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Posting about urbanism and cycling in Manchester, UK and beyond. See my blog domcycling.com for more of this from the UK, Europe and especially the Netherlands. Green Party supporter, having finally given up on Labour. I take a lot of photos.

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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 29/09/2026
Thought we were getting a new bike share for a minute!
Quest bike share bikes, assuming fake for filming ongoing in the area
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 27/09/2026
The running continues with my first 15k yesterday. 3/4 of the way to a half marathon now 🤔
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 27/09/2026
Been a while since I’ve been along the Mersey river path to Stockport, so I was glad to see a few of the A frame barriers have been replaced with something much more accessible.
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 24/09/2026
One for Jim. Though he won’t be there obviously, as it’s not Monaco.
Sticking the finger to Man Utd, specifically Jim RATcliffe
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 22/09/2026
Briefly passed the CyanLines popup on Nicholas St in Manchester at lunch today. Good to see things like this happening, in addition to the work done on Deansgate. Shame it’s just for two days though. Let’s make it 6 months, then permanent.
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 15/09/2026
Morning commute, breezing past all the cars 🚲…
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 15/09/2026
Trafford Rd, Salford. The usual lack of thought for people cycling. No safe alternative provided, not even a way to get back to the cycle path from the main carriageway after the obstruction. No idea how long this is going to be here for, but it looks like a while.
Sign saying cycle lane closed ahead, use dual carriageway Cycle lane closed sign in front of the blocked cycle pathCycle path blocked with scaffolding
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 14/09/2026
Every new football season, Trafford Council tell us about how they’re cracking down on illegal, antisocial and dangerous match-day parking. But then every match, the streets look like this.
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 10/09/2026
Seems like every time I go to London, there’s more and more people cycling!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 04/09/2026
That really was quick! Trees, planters and cycle parking now in place on Deansgate. This is such a big improvement, more of this please!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 03/09/2026
Well that was quick! Pop-up trees, planting and cycle parking going in on Deansgate
Cycle parking being installedCycle parking being installedTemporary barriers in place while work is carried outTrees on the back of a lorry
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 02/09/2026
Great to see this end of Deansgate getting some much needed greenery as well as finally some cycle parking. 8 spaces isn’t a lot though. I suspect once people know they’re there, they will be regularly full. cyanlines.com/treesondeans...
Visualisation of Deansgate with trees and cycle parking
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 22/08/2026
Ride over to Chorlton Water Park for lunch at the Meeting Place Café - Tibetan Kitchen, then off to do some shopping in Chorlton
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 22/08/2026
Back from a week and half trip to Lisbon. A little different to our usual Netherlands trips, especially the weather and hills! There was also much less cycling than usual, but we did manage a bit while we were there, on e-bikes thankfully.
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 22/08/2026
Parkrun number 10 done! 🥳 Reasonable time, given I’ve had two weeks off while I was away (more on that soon) and had way too much to eat and drink
Waiting to set off, on the running track in Longford ParkQueuing up at the endPost-run selfie
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 30/07/2026
Early start to vote in the GM mayoral election. A vote for a greener Manchester, safer streets and more investment in active travel. #bikesatpollingstations #manchester #gmmayoralelection
Bike outside the polling station
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 12/07/2026
Follow-up to previous posts covering our trip to Center Parcs Woburn Forest at Easter this year. In this post, I take a ride from the Center Parcs site to Bletchley Park in the southwest of Milton Keynes, famously home of the WWII codebreakers. domcycling.com/2026/07/12/r...
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Riding from Center Parcs Woburn Forest to Bletchley Park
After an initial short ride outside Center Parcs Woburn Forest, during our Easter 2026 trip, I was keen to explore a bit further. With a trip planned to Bletchley Park, it seemed like a great oppor…
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 04/07/2026
With the Mancunian Way closed for its annual inspection last weekend, I took the opportunity to go for a short ride along this iconic structure. Join me as I cover the history of this urban motorway and enjoy some lesser-seen views of Manchester from it. domcycling.com/2026/07/04/r...
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Riding along the Mancunian Way
While riding over Hulme’s Horseshoe Bridge on a warm Saturday evening in June 2026, I was surprised to see a completely empty Mancunian Way. That’s unusual, what’s happened? Stopp…
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 12/07/2026
Follow-up to previous posts covering our trip to Center Parcs Woburn Forest at Easter this year. In this post, I take a ride from the Center Parcs site to Bletchley Park in the southwest of Milton Keynes, famously home of the WWII codebreakers. domcycling.com/2026/07/12/r...
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Riding from Center Parcs Woburn Forest to Bletchley Park
After an initial short ride outside Center Parcs Woburn Forest, during our Easter 2026 trip, I was keen to explore a bit further. With a trip planned to Bletchley Park, it seemed like a great oppor…
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 11/07/2026
Back for my 6th #parkrun after a few weeks away. Absolute scorcher, surprised I managed a reasonable time 🥵 Big queue of people getting selfies with Dame Kelly Holmes!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 06/07/2026
My first 10k🥳🎉 Was surprisingly alright, even with the heat. Made a change running round Sale Water Park and not the quays!
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De Filmende Fietser @filmendefietser.eurosky.social · 05/07/2026
In case you wonder how such a neighbourhood may look like: a recently built neighbourhood, also in Utrecht, gives a good impression: -mixed high- and low density housing -lots of trees and green space -multiple playgrounds -ample space for walking and cycling
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 04/07/2026
With the Mancunian Way closed for its annual inspection last weekend, I took the opportunity to go for a short ride along this iconic structure. Join me as I cover the history of this urban motorway and enjoy some lesser-seen views of Manchester from it. domcycling.com/2026/07/04/r...
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Riding along the Mancunian Way
While riding over Hulme’s Horseshoe Bridge on a warm Saturday evening in June 2026, I was surprised to see a completely empty Mancunian Way. That’s unusual, what’s happened? Stopp…
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 27/06/2026
Riding the Mancunian Way, it’s closed till Monday!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 27/06/2026
Riding the Mancunian Way, it’s closed till Monday!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 21/06/2026
Evening ride to Carrington Moss. Usually my summer regular, but it’s been a while since I’ve been over. So muggy, but at least it didn’t rain!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 21/06/2026
Back at @grubmcr.bsky.social again today for Father’s Day lunch. Really pleased we have this in Stretford now!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 21/06/2026
Trying out the fantastic new @grubmcr.bsky.social Stretford yesterday. Great atmosphere down there, definitely a worthy replacement for the Foodhall!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 17/06/2026
Great to see Grub Stretford open! 🥳 No ticket for tonight, so just had a nosy through the door, hopefully get down at the weekend, when it opens properly. Great to see more great things coming to the new town centre!
Grub entranceInside Grub
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 16/06/2026
It’s quite pleasant having John Dalton Street closed. Should be permanent.
Roadworks on John Dalton StreetSelfie looking back on an empty John Dalton StreetEmpty John Dalton Street
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 15/06/2026
My second 8k, running to the quays and back. No PB, but after a bad night’s sleep, long day and humidity, I was just glad to get round. 9k next week, onwards to 10k!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 13/06/2026
5th #parkrun today and another PB! I’m now 4 minutes quicker than my first one 🥳
Waiting to set off, particularly busy todaySelfie after finishing
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De Filmende Fietser @filmendefietser.eurosky.social · 10/06/2026
A city may have the best cycling infrastructure, but without bicycle parking, it still falls short. Safe, dry, accessible, free, and user-friendly parking options that connect both to the cycling- and public transport networks are essential to encourage people to choose to cycle.
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 09/06/2026
Trafford’s North Active Corridor Walking and Cycling Combined Schemes Survey - open until 21st June 2026 online1.snapsurveys.com/Interview/b8... #manchester #trafford #cycling
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Starting survey...
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 09/06/2026
Dark skies on the ride home, but no rain 🙌 #winning #manchester #cycling
Riding along the cycle lanes on Deansgate with dark skies aheadRiding along the cycle lanes on Deansgate with dark skies aheadRiding along the cycle lanes at Deansgate Interchange with dark skies ahead
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BicycleDutch @bicycledutch.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
The nearest supermarket is 110 metres from my home. The railway station is 750 metres away. My bicycle in Utrecht lives in the world's largest bicycle parking garage. This week's post and video explain how I've managed to live most of my life without owning a car.
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Can you live without a car?
When you live in a very car-dependent society, it might be hard to imagine, but you can live without owning a car. I’ve done so for almost my entire life. I did learn to drive, back in 1984, but I only ever owned a car briefly—when I was just turning 20. I had it for four months, from 2 August 1985 until 15 December 1985.
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 03/06/2026
How much better the parade on Barton Rd, Stretford is looking now. The installation of bollards, planters and cycle stands makes it somewhere you want to linger, rather than park your car. Shame it took this to stop people parking here.
Car parked on the pavementAnother car parked on the pavementLooking much better after the installation of bollards, planters and cycle stands
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 02/06/2026
Fantastic seeing how much has been done since we were there in 2023. Reckon we're due another visit!
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 31/05/2026
During our trip to Center Parcs Woburn Forest at Easter, I managed to get off-site for a couple of rides. I started with this ride. A short, largely gravel ride in the area just outside Center Parcs. domcycling.com/2026/05/31/s...
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Short ride outside Center Parcs Woburn Forest
While at Center Parcs Woburn Forest in Easter 2026, I was keen to get off-site and explore the local area on bike. Prior to going, I spent some time looking for information about routes nearby and …
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 21/05/2026
Opening date is 4th June, so they’re not wasting any time! I went for a look earlier and tables and chairs are being installed and lights.
Boards surrounding the multi-storey car parkLooking through a gap at the work going on under the car park, with tables and chairs and lights being installed
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 21/05/2026
Fantastic news for Stretford, with @grubmcr.bsky.social coming to underneath the car park! Stretford Foodhall worked brilliantly as a third space and has been sorely missed. Hopefully this space will be suitable replacement and more. Maybe there’ll be a spot for @stretforduke.bsky.social too 😉
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From carpark to community hotspot GRUB set to bring their signature events programme and award winning chefs to Stretford
Stretford town centre is set to welcome independent street food specialists GRUB this summer as planning has been submitted for a new town centre community destination. GRUB Stretford will be a vibran...
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 19/05/2026
What was interesting yesterday on my commute to Birchwood was the number of school kids walking or cycling across Irlam Locks. Makes all the more sense why Wellacre Academy has such high numbers of kids cycling, given how much slower driving/public transport would be for those over the other side.
Approaching Irlam Locks on the Flixton side On the path across the locksCrossing the locksView of the lock gates and Irlam Railway Viaduct
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 19/05/2026
Outside the Co-op Bank on S King St. We should definitely have more of these anchors where spaces is limited (caveat, assuming they can’t be easily removed).
Cyclehoop wall anchor attached to a wall
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Iain Roberts @slowbikeiain.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
People: it's outrageous that my local council can't fix all the potholes. Also people: I'm driving around in a very heavy SUV, parking on pavements and I want to pay less tax, not more.
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 18/05/2026
Not the usual commute today, over to Birchwood instead. Making use of as many bits of cycling infrastructure and quiets routes as possible, it was a fairly leisurely one hour ride. Could be even better with a few upgrades along the way.
Crossing Irlam LocksRoad passing under the Cadishead Railway ViaductDam Lane selfieOn the outskirts of Birchwood
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 18/05/2026
Never mind a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, I’m just hoping for a decent cycle lane
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 17/05/2026
First time riding in Chester today. Headed out along the Millennium Greenway into Wales, then back along the River Dee. Lovely route, I was reminded of Utrecht coming back along the river, which is definitely a complement!
Crossing into Wales on the Chester Millennium GreenwayView of the River Dee from Hawarden BridgeSelfie on my new wheelsView along the River Dee
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 16/05/2026
Second #parkrun done and a PB for 5k! 🥳
Waiting to startRunning past the community allotmentQueuing at the finish linePost-run selfie
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 16/05/2026
Fantastic seeing @thebugclubband.bsky.social again, especially in such an intimate venue like the Eagle Inn. The stuff off the new album sounds fantastic too, can’t wait for it to come out!
The Eagle InnSamTillyThe band
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Dom Cycling @domcycling.com · 15/05/2026
It was the final couch to 5k run on Wednesday! 🥳🎉 Didn’t start off too well, heavy rain and I left the house wearing my crocs by mistake! On my own from now on, no more encouraging words from Sarah Millican. Hopefully back at parkrun tomorrow, if it’s on 🤞
Running selfieUnder the Park Way bridgeDiggers next to the canalApproaching Watersmeet
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