FREE TravelWise and Cycling Roadshows
THERE’S a tasty treat in store for potential pedal pushers this summer as the county council’s TravelWise team takes to the road.
As part of the push to promote public transport, cycling and walking, Lancashire County Council is calling on anyone with an interest in reducing their carbon emissions to visit one of their roadshow events.
And, as well as the usual information leaflets and free advice visitors could also whip up their own fruit smoothie by bike!
Other exciting and informative features coming to a town near you soon include:
- A virtual reality cycling “computrainer” - ride a perfect simulation of cycling. You can either race against time or just amble along with many courses available from 500m to 50km!
- Free timetable information for public transport and expert advice on planning your journey.
- Information on cycle routes in your area, cycle clubs, and how to start cycling with advice from our cycle experts.
- WIN, WIN, WIN! Free prize draw to win vouchers for local cycle shops
County Councillor Matthew Tomlinson, cabinet member for environment and transportation, said:
“These roadshow events are an excellent chance for members of the public to gather information and advice from local experts and decide on the best form of healthy, sustainable transport for them.
“With concerns about climate change and the impact of carbon emissions, now is a great time to look into your transport options, and you may also find yourself saving money, enjoying safer, stress-free journeys, getting healthier and much more.
“It doesn’t have to be a major lifestyle change, even small changes to your routine such as walking to the local shops, or catching the bus occasionally to work can make a difference.
“Don’t forget, walking and cycling are some of the best forms of exercise and a good way of getting the 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day that health experts recommend.”
For more information about public transport, walking and cycling visit www.transportforlancashire.com and for bus and train times you can call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 (calls cost 10p per minute plus your usual network charges) or plan your journey by visiting www.traveline.org.uk
For more cycling information check out www.lancashire.gov.uk/cycling or call freephone 0800 328 1635
For further information on the Roadshows contact Pennine Events on
01695 682020 or email - info@pennineevents.co.uk
The Cycling Roadshow will be appearing at:
• Accrington Market Place Tues 8th April
• Burnley Football Club Sat 26th April
• Morecambe Promenade (by the Dome) Sun 11th May
• Chorley Market Place Tues 13th May
• Myerscough College Open Day and Country Fair Sun 1st June
• Kite and Outdoor Sport Festival,
Beacon Country Park, Skelmersdale Sat 7th June
• Lancaster Market Square Fri 13th June
• Preston Community Festival, Williamson Park Sun 15th June
• St Peters Health & Leisure Centre, Burnley Wed 18th June
• Skelmersdale Concourse Centre Thur 26th June
• Nelson Town Centre Fri 25th July
• Cleveleys North Promenade Sat 16th Aug
• Burnley Community Festival, Queens Park Sun 24th Aug
• In Town without My Car, Preston tbc Sept
All events are from 10am - 4pm also also attending at a number of the events will be Cycling Projects and Travelwise with free information and advice about public transport in your area. Events Management company Pennine events will be organising the roadshows and providing staffing for the activities – visit www.pennineevents.co.uk for details about the services they offer.