Cycling is the most efficient and environmentally friendly form of transport ever invented and using pedal power is one of the easiest ways to stay fit.
Research has shown that almost 50% of all journeys in Darlington are less than two miles - an easy cycling distance. And – this is almost too good to be true - Darlington is generally flat and there is already a network of cycle paths in and around the town.
Need a bit of extra confidence or support to get cycling?
Contact Team Local Motion on 0800 45 89 810 to book some free cycle training or even a free bike loan to get you started.
Did You Know?
- 34% of all car trips in Darlington are replaceable by cycling. For 44% of these potential cycle trips, the main deterrent is the perceived amount of time it would take
- On a bike you can travel four times faster than you can walk for the same amount of energy
Reporting Incidents
If you are suffering as a result of Anti-Social Behaviour and would like to talk to someone, call in confidence and speak to one of our officers on 01325 346831.
If you are witnessing Anti-Social Behaviour occurring and would like a uniformed response to deal with the Anti-Social Behaviour call the Uniformed Wardens on 0781 6820048.
If you would like to report an incident regarding cycling that has occurred in the town centre or cycling on pavements please email cycling@darlington.gov.uk or call 01325 388716. If you have an incident to report please include details of date, time, location and nature of the incident so that information can be verified using CCTV footage.
Cycling Code of Conduct for Darlington Town Centre
For details of cycling in Darlington town centre please refer to the attached Code of Conduct
Town Centre Code of Conduct
Plan Your Journey
You can plan a cycle journey on the Bikely website. The site allows you to plot routes, showing distances and ascent/descent.
Bikely
Everyday Cycling
British Cycling has launched a website which covers many aspects of everyday cycling - you can record your bike trips, find new routes and even set yourself challenges. Its free to register and you could win a new bike!
Everyday Cycling
To report any damage, broken glass/debris or other problems with the cycle network in Darlington please call 01325 388777.