The Leeds-Bradford Cycle Superhighway has an opening date. The CS1 route, which starts just outside Leeds
City Centre and reaches Bradford via Armley, Bramley, Stanningley and Thornbury, will be ready for people to start riding on 20th June.
There will be an official opening during that week, along with an exciting range of activities open to anyone, including Cycling Safaris, Bike Buses for kids and commuters, and a ‘Top Gear’ style challenge where different modes will compete to see who’s the fastest. CS2, from Leeds to Seacroft will complete in late June – keep your eyes on Facebook, Twitter and the website for updates.
This means that parking restrictions will be coming into force the week before – cars parked on the superhighway will be receiving fines.
So, what are you waiting for? You’ve still got time to get that bike out the shed, pump up your tyres and breeze past the morning traffic on your way to work, to school or to the shops! Check out the upcoming events on Facebook, on Twitter and The City Connect website. Tweet pictures of yourself on the route #PeopleOfCityConnect and tell your employer or school to get ‘Bike Friendly’!
City Connect say they “want to thank the people of Bradford and Leeds for their patience while the CityConnect works have gone on. We know the disruption has been tough at times, but the improvements are nearly complete, and with it, you’ll have a safe and direct segregated route into Leeds and Bradford.”See you on the Superhighway!
To find out more, visit the City Connect website.
