Where are you based? Summer: I live in Ilkeston. Evie: I am also in Ilkeston. What do you do? Summer: I’m seven years old and I’m in year two at school. Evie: I’m eleven (nearly twelve) and I’m in year seven at school. How long have you cycled for? Summer: I have been cycling for… Continue reading Why we cycle: Summer & Evie
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Why we cycle: Pippa Nayer
Where are you based? I live in Normanton. What do you do? I’m a poet and a herbalist, I run my own small business and I do volunteer work in mental health areas. I do a bunch of stuff! How long have you cycled for? I’ve been cycling on and off since I was a… Continue reading Why we cycle: Pippa Nayer
Inspiration, advice and support for girls and women who want to cycle.
Over 40 women and girls attended a free, female only event at The University of Derby Enterprise Centre on the evening of Wednesday 26th February. The event was organised collaboratively by Love to Ride, Derby Cycling Group and Sustrans, and formed part of a wider campaign to encourage more women to cycle in Derby. The evening… Continue reading Inspiration, advice and support for girls and women who want to cycle.
Why we cycle: Cathy Tester
Where are you based? I’m based in Oakwood, having recently moved from Wirksworth. What do you do? I do some voluntary work with Age UK and I’m involved in Derby Cycling Group. I’m in the process of setting up ‘Cycling Without Age’ in Derby. How long have you cycled for? I got my Brompton about… Continue reading Why we cycle: Cathy Tester
Why we cycle: Mavis Ratcliffe
Where are you based? South Derbyshire. I have been in Etwall for 55 years and I was in Mickleover for 20 years before that. What do you do? I am retired, but I continue to enjoy many activities and interests. I am involved with Age Concern in Etwall, I cycle, I walk my dog and… Continue reading Why we cycle: Mavis Ratcliffe
Why we cycle: Lisa Eldret
Where are you based? Darley but also I work at the Council House but I travel round the city quite a lot for various events because of my role. What do you do? I’m a Mum of three young children, a councillor on Derby City Council and leader of the Labour Group. How long have… Continue reading Why we cycle: Lisa Eldret
Why we cycle: Joss Winter
Where are you based? I live in Nottingham, but I grew up in Burton-on-Trent and went to school in Derby so I’ve grown up knowing its quirks and charms. What do you do? I work for Sustrans as a workplace engagement officer in Derby and Nottingham, where I’m trying to get more businesses involved and… Continue reading Why we cycle: Joss Winter
Why we cycle: Kim Kimberly
Where are you based? Oakwood What do you do? I divide my time between part time work and several voluntary jobs. I am also working at getting fit by cycling, dancing, running and walking. How long have you cycled for? I have only recently started cycling regularly. Although I learnt to ride as a child,… Continue reading Why we cycle: Kim Kimberly
Why we cycle: Kate Ball
Where are you based? Derby What do you do? I’m a full-time carer, trustee for a small charity and part of a community interest company that is setting up to provide care and outdoor sessions for people with disabilities and vulnerabilities. How long have you cycled for? About 33 years. I learnt when I was… Continue reading Why we cycle: Kate Ball
Why we cycle: Amy Barnett
Where are you based? For my cycling work, Markeaton Park and for my other job I’m in Allenton. What do you do? I’ve got a few different roles. My main job role is as a Residential Childcare Worker for Derby City Council so I work with children in care. My second job is for Cycle… Continue reading Why we cycle: Amy Barnett