Wellington mayor and Taunton Tweeds launch new Blackdown Hills cycle routes - The Blackdown Hills
Wellington mayor and Taunton Tweeds launch new Blackdown Hills cycle routes
( Last Updated: 08-09-2010 )
A new series of cycling routes in the Blackdown Hills was launched on 5 September by the mayor of Wellington, and some very dapper companions.
Members of the Taunton Tweeds Cycle Chic club, resplendent in 1940s outfits, brought along their ukuleles for an old fashioned sing-song, before hopping on their vintage bicycles to christen the route from Wellington to Hemyock. They were joined by Wellington mayor Andrew Govier, mayoress Jacqui Govier and deputy mayor Vivienne Stock-Williams.
The series has been published by the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) team to encourage cycling.
The Blackdown Hills, on the Devon and Somerset border, offer excellent conditions for on-road cycling. The terrain ranges from challenging ascents to gentle countryside, with a network of quiet roads and superb views.
Blackdown Hills AONB manager Linda Bennett said:
"We're delighted to be launching these routes now, just before the Tour of Britain comes through the Blackdown Hills. The focus on cycling will help to give the Blackdowns due recognition as a top location for on-road rides in the South West".
The series can be downloaded from the cycling page.
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