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Deborah Foster

@skandia60s.bsky.social
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Socialist, activist, cycling, rebel, MDANT, Trade Unionist, retired NHS based in UK Instagram @skandia60s

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Mark On A Bike @mtonabike.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Well these are eye catching from Better Streets for Liverpool
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
On Saturday it’s a Moderate Level 2 Guided Ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. 10 miles, at a steady pace, of quiet roads & trails across to Upton Court Park, Slough. Please book the ride by Friday PM to be sure of a place - we DO fill up! Same link for Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
Saturday’s route, a mix of gravel paths & quiet roadsLook at that view of Windsor Castle from Upton Court Park!Enforced jollity at Upton Court ParkFixing bikes back at The Swan
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Today our Level 2 ride celebrated #TrunksAcrossTheThames by visiting 16 #ThamesHospice 🐘. We’ll see some more on next week’s Level 3 to the Great Park (NB leaving W&E Brewery). Please donate to this marvellous cause at: bit.ly/4hORoe3
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
On Saturday it’s a Moderate Level 2 Guided Ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. 9.5 miles round #Windsor, #Eton & EW to see the #ThamesHospice 🐘🐘 donate here: bit.ly/4hORoe3. Please book the ride by Friday PM to be sure of a place. Same link to book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
A map showing our route. NB It features roads, it's NOT suitable for under 13sOne of the elephants, this one's beside the Long Walk - opposite the Windsor Castle (pub)Pop art/Batman themed elephant in Eton (our favourite)Fixing bikes back at The Swan
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
We need a new voluntary Trustee, to be our #CommunityChampion. Please email info@windsorcyclehub.org if you’ve a background in this area, incl. local council liaison, advocacy & fundraising. You must be passionate about making #cycling accessible for all in #Windsor. Applications close: 28th August
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Lovely & sunny (not too hot) for this month’s Easy Level 1 ride. We paid our, probably, last visit to part Eton’s grounds today. Enjoyed the Myrke bridge, accidentally found an elephant & admired Keith’s matching helmet/bike combo. Back next week for a Level 2 🐘spotting ride around Windsor.
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Cycling’s something everyone can enjoy - no matter how old you are. Got a bike, not riding it as much as you’d like? Come & see us at @theswanclewer.bsky.social on Saturdays from 11am. 2/3
Look at his poise on that Penny Farthing - a natural!Helping people with their bike related questions is what we do at Windsor Cycle Hub. With our clear branding, you can’t miss us!You’re never too old to enjoy a spot of bicycle limboWho wouldn’t want a ‘I Pedalled To The Park’ badge? These 2 boys certainly did (incl the one who said he couldn’t do it!)
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
What we do at #WindsorCycleHub is made possible by our #volunteers & friends. It also helps that #cycling is the best hobby, & way to get, around! 3/3
Just some of the people who give up their time to make what WCH do possible. It’s one team
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Today was #PedalThePark 2 - our 2nd big ride for all ages from #StagMeadow up to #WindsorGreatPark village. Perfect weather 🌞, not too hot & a breeze. Lots of different types of bikes & people - excellent! 1/3
2 Bromptons & a Penny Farthing walk into a meadow…The first bike bus climbs the gravel track out of Stag MeadowThe bike bus arrives at the village greenAt Windsor Cycle Hub we love trikes, bikes, Penny farthings - you name it
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
#PedalToThePark 2 is on Sunday 19th July. It's for people of ALL ages. We'll show that you CAN ride up to #WindsorGreatPark, with the mutual support of our #BikeBus & volunteers. Remember your picnic & friends! Meet at Stag Meadow from 10:30-12:00, please book with this link: bit.ly/49VSkq2
A digital poster for Pedal To The Park 2 with Windsor Cycle Hub. It spews a group of cyclists being lead into Windsor Great Park by a WCH volunteer. The event's on Sunday 19th July, meet at Stage Meadow from 10:30.
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
On Saturday it’s a moderate Level 2 #GuidedRide from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11. Due to the #HeatWave, it's a short/shaded route. Please wear sunscreen, light clothes & bring 2 drinks. If it hits 30º, we'll cancel. Please book the ride by Friday PM, same link for bike repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
Our route across to Dorney - we've got the option of adding an Eton loop if everyone's OKSaturday's forecast. It's very high 20s heading to 30. Please don't ride this week unless you're fit & prepare for the ride with correct clothing & hydrationA group of our riders taking shelter in the shade by DorneyFixing a bike wheel at the Swan. If it's too hot for you to ride, why not let us check your bike over?
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Today’s easy Level 1 ride took us over to #UptonCourtPark* in Slough via #EtonCollege. A massive park with really good #CyclePaths & a great view of #WindsorCastle. Back next week for a moderate Level 2 ride - heat permitting! *Home of the legendary #SloughMusicFestival
Conker /Charriots of Fire avenue in EtonMaking a bid for an our next album cover in UCPLook at that lovely cycle path surface in UCP! Us RBWM residents are very envious Heading out of UCP back to Windsor. Unexpected view of the castle
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
On Saturday it’s an Easy Level 1 Guided Ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. 7.5 car free miles to #UptonCourtPark, Slough. Still quite hot, so don’t forget a drink & sunscreen! Please book the ride by Friday PM to be sure of a place. Same link to book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
Saturday’s route - a loop through 2 of Slough’s many parks The Myrke Bridge - one of our favourites One of the nice new cycle paths in SloughFixing bikes at the Swan - it’s always busier on nice days. Best be with us by 1115
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Keeping Sunday 19th July free to join #PedalToThePark 2? It's a fun bike ride for all ages. Our 'Bike Buses' leave Stag Meadow from 1030 to whisk you up there. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the village green, where we'll have fun bike challenges & more rides. More details 👇, book here: bit.ly/49VSkq2
Poster showing determined young girl pedalling to the park. It's to promote Windsor Cycle Hub's 2nd big cycling event on Sunday 19th July.
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Save the date: Sunday 19th July for #PedalToThePark 2. A ride for all ages to Windsor Great Park, for a picnic & fun bike stuff by the village green. Watch this space for more info in the coming weeks.
An image of a young girl enjoying riding her bike. With info on WCH's Pedal To The Park Event, 2026. It's a ride for all ages, with extra routes in the park & fun stuff o do on the village green.
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
On Saturday it’s an Intermediate Level 3 Guided Ride, for more experienced cyclists, from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. A 16 mile loop out to Windsor Great Park. Please book the ride by Friday afternoon to be sure of a place. Same link to book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
The routeA pre ride briefing- pay attention to the ride leaderIt’s the Queen!Fixing bikes at the Swan
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
A few showers 🌧️ didn’t put us off today’s Level 1 ride through Eton 📚the Jubilee River & on towards Dorney 🐄. Our ride leader gave us a full briefing on the lovely St Mary Magdalene church in Boveney. Back next week for a longer Level 2 ride.
Passing through Eton High StreetKestrel spotting on the Jubilee RiverThe Jubilee River path is a great place to cycle We’re friends of the friendless church in Boveney
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
On Saturday it’s an Easy Level 1 Guided Ride, for inexperienced cyclists & families, from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. A low traffic 8 miles around Dorney/Jubilee River. Please book the ride by Friday afternoon, to be sure of a place. Same link to book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
This week’s route, over the Thames around Dorney & EtonLevel 1 rides are for everyone - families  & less experienced rides in particular Eton’s a great place to ride & soak up some history If you’re not coming on the ride, why not bring your bike in for a check over
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
It’s time for new #skillz this 5th Saturday from 11am at @theswanclewer.bsky.social, with: 1. Using our Routes library/GPX files to plan your own rides. 2. Riding through tight gaps etc. for L1/L2. 3. Removing stubborn tyres to fix punctures. Same link to book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
One of our many Route options on Ride with GPSRide skills in action - everyone needs to know how to use gears! Removing stubborn tyres is something everyone needs to know Bike Kitchen will be open as usual
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
On Saturday it’s an Advanced Level 4 Guided Ride, for experienced cyclists from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. A 26 mile, mainly gravel, circuit to Moss End, White Waltham & Holyport. Please book the ride by Friday, to help us plan. Same link to book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
Our circuit, it's on for gravel loversA course recce, out by White WalthamHogoak Lane - gateway to the south! WE fix bikes at The Swan. for charity donations
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
On Saturday it’s an Intermediate Level 3 Guided Ride, for more experienced cyclists from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. A 15 mile loop around Windsor Great Park. Please book the ride by Friday afternoon, to be sure of a place. Same link to book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
Our routeIn Windsor Great ParkIt’s the Queen’s statueFixing bikes at the Swan
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
On Saturday it’s an Easy Level 1 Guided Ride, for inexperienced cyclists/families, from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. A traffic free 8 miles around Dorney/Jubilee River. Please book the ride by Friday afternoon, to be sure of a place. Same link to book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
The route WCH doing their thing with some riders Fixing bikes at The Swan
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Last, but not least… #Windsor #CycleHub wouldn’t be what it is without its team of dedicated #volunteers. They give up their Saturdays (& a fair bit of time midweek too) to help our community to 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️ more. Want to help us? Join us on a ride &/or come in for a chat. Every Saturday from 11am. 3/3
Preparing the Coach House at The Swan earlier this morningPreparing the bunting & setting the sceneYour ride leaders, all First Aid trained & focused on your safety Fixing your bikes at The Swan, 5 years ago - we’re still going strong!
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Thanks also to @theswanclewer.bsky.social, for hosting us since the beginning. Who wouldn’t want to visit a #CycleHub based in an award winning #CommunityPub?! Perfectly located, with great facilities. Thanks too to Reverend Rosie for her best wishes & stressing the importance of #community. 2/3
The ride listen intently to the pre-ride safety briefingChairman Willie & Reverend Rosie - celebrate our anniversary The raffle tickets are drawnOne of the pub quiz teams in action
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
What a great day to ride in #WindsorGreatPark & celebrate our 5th birthday 🎂. It was back to @theswanclewer.bsky.social afterwards for 🍻🍟🍕🧁, a pub quiz 🤔 & raffle. Thanks to all our volunteers for today & the last 5 years! 1/3
Most of today’s riders gathering at Stag MeadowRiding up into WGPA brief stop at the WGP Post Office Rising past Smith’s Lawn polo field in WGP
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
After a dodgy start, the weather turned out nice for today’s moderate Level 2 ride to Dorney, the Jubilee River & Chalvey. Thanks to all volunteers. Back next week for an intermediate Level 3 ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social.
Group 2 navigate the Summerleaze bridge - best not attempted when it’s wet! Group 2 peering over the edge of the bridge Group 1 pause on the Jubilee River path to exchange birding tips & wait for rye other groups to catch upHere comes group 2!
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Today’s easy Level 1 ride included an Easter egg hunt 🐣🐰. The eagle eyed found most of them. We took in Eton, Upton Court Park & the Jubilee River. Thanks to our volunteers for making it happen. Back to @theswanclewer.bsky.social for a chat & refreshing brew. Next week it’s a moderate Level 2.
Group 1 passing Brunel’s viaduct & the allotment in EtonGroup 2 tackle the hill up from the Myrke into Upton Court ParkGroup 3 take a breather in Eton College Group 1 stop to admire the view from the Myrke bridge
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Together Alliance @togetheralliance.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Join us: 28 March, Park Lane, 12pm togetheralliance.org.uk
An image featuring a white text box overlaid on a photo of an urban street scene. The text box displays a social media post from "Together Alliance (@UKTogetherAll)" which reads: "28 March will be a turning point in history. But to make that happen, we need to show up in big numbers. We have to show that the majority rejects far-right values. Join us: 28 March, Park Lane, 12pm."

The background shows a concrete wall under a bridge or overpass, covered in graffiti and a row of black and white posters that mirror the message in the text box. The posters say "AGAINST THE FAR RIGHT" and include the date, time, and location: "28 MARCH 12PM PARK LANE, LONDON." A traffic cone is visible in the lower-left corner.
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
On this 4th Saturday it’s an Advanced Level 4 Guided Ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. A 20 mile Gravel ride to Cookham, back via the Jubilee River. Bring a spare inner tube! Please book the ride by Friday, so we can expect you. Same link to pre-book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
Saturday’s route - there’s a lot of gravelThe traffic free route to CookhamOn the way to Cookham on gravel!If you’re not coming on the ride, get your wheels fixed in our Bike Kitchen
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
What a lovely day for our moderate Level 2 ride from Windsor & Eton Brewery today. Look at the amazing blossom in Langley. Thanks to all our volunteers for making this possible.
Lining up at the Brunel railway viaduct behind W&E Brewery The ride heads out past the brewery & our secret archLook at this blossom in Langley, shades of John HyndeComing up the slope by the river
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
This Saturday we’re not at The 🦢 but nearby at Windsor & Eton Brewery, for: 1. A Moderate Level 2 Guided Ride, for less experienced cyclists, at 11am. A 12 mile loop via Eton & Langley. 2. Bike Kitchen basic repairs. 3. A refurbished Bike Sale. Please pre-book the Ride & Repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
Saturday’s route over to Langley, a mix of trails & quiet roadsPausing to enjoy some sun in the Jubilee River trailFixing bikes, but this week we’ll be by the arches NOT The SwanAn example of the type of bikes we’ll have for sale. Visit our website for more
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
What a turnout for today’s damp Level 1 easy ride! Clearly everyone has cabin fever & needed to get outside. It was an urban route across to Eton & back via W Windsor. Three people came in one bike, can you work out which one?
Stopping on Eton Bridge to enjoy the puddles.Deep in the depths of the Pirate Park in W WindsorThis fella’s got quite a collection of bikes, look at this beauty!
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Weather permitting 🌦️🤞, on Saturday it’s a 7 mile easy Level 1 Guided Ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. A beginners' urban route, around Eton & W.Windsor to avoid puddles/mud. Please book the ride by Friday, so we can expect you. Same link to pre-book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
The route, with an option to cross into EtonRiding on one of Windsor's cycle routesHoping the new signs outside the Racecourse Marina keep the shared path car freeIf you don't fancy riding, come in & gt your bike checked over
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Cycling UK Official @cyclinguk.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
🕳️ It’s #NationalPotholeDay, and the results are in... Congrats to the winners of our pothole photo competition, capturing Britain’s road craters in all their unwanted glory. See one? Report it: fillthathole.org.uk
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Merry Christmas from the volunteers at #WindsorCycleHub. It’s our last @theswanclewer.bsky.social session of 2025 on Saturday 20th. We open at 10:45 for a Level 3 ride to #WindsorGreatPark. Our #BikeKitchen Elves we be at the 🦢 to safety check any Xmas bikes. Please book both here: bit.ly/49VSkq2
A robin on a gravel bike’s brake level, photo taken earlier today in Windsor Great Park
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
This Saturday (Dec w/e 1) it’s an Easy Level 1 guided ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. Up to 8 steady miles, with some basic riding skills included. Dress for drizzle. Please book the ride, by Friday, so we can expect you. Same link to pre-book Bike Kitchen repairs: bit.ly/49VSkq2
A steady ride along the Jubilee River path - we check how puddly it is before choosing to ride on itWe fix bikes at The Swan! Simple repairs & safety checks. We welcome donations to pay for tools, parts & trainingRiding up the slope, back to Clewer
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Amazing weather this morning for our Level 3 ride to Dorney Rowing Lake. Lots of riders, plenty of great photos & stacks of wildlife spots. 1/2
Groups 1 & (the new) 2 assemble in front of the club houseGroup 1 in action at Dorney Group 2 action shotGroups 1 & 2 assemble at the start house
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Jeremy Corbyn @jeremycorbyn.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Nigel Farage is coming for our human rights. My piece for @tribunemagazine.bsky.social. www.tribunemag.co.uk/2025/10/farage-is-coming-for-our-human-rights
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Farage Is Coming for Our Human Rights
Nigel Farage is waging a war on human rights that will strip asylum seekers of their basic protections from injustice and harm. We can't let that happen.
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
This Saturday (Nov w/e 1) it’s an easy Level 1 guided ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am. A family friendly 6.8 mile traffic-free loop on gravel trails to Eton Wick 🍂⛅️. Please pre-book the ride, by Friday evening, & Bike Kitchen repairs with this link, so we can expect you: bit.ly/49VSkq2
The route 
Some Level 1 riders enjoying the Jubilee River pathOur top mechanics, on the case at The Swan
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
This Saturday, due to the high winds forecast with Storm Amy ⛈️🌫️🌪️, there’s no Guided Ride. Staying on our bikes & away from debris is key. We’re open for Bike Kitchen repairs, here’s the booking link: bit.ly/49VSkq2 We’ll be at Dedworth Medical Centre’s wellbeing event too, maybe see you there?
Weather forecast for Saturday showing 41mph gusts!Bike repairs at the Swan
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Liam Thorp @liamthorp.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Very good stuff from Sadiq Khan at the Labour Irish society event. He said there are two reasons he loves coming to Labour Conference. “One is the reception at the Labour Party Irish Society reception. “The second is to get away from all the Sharia Law in London”
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
This week we helped 6th #Windsor #Brownies earn their mechanics badges. It’s great showing youngsters how to take care of their bikes (it’s good to show grown-ups too). Got a children’s group in Windsor that want to know more about bikes? Drop us a line at info@windsorcyclehub.org
A group of Brownies after practicing riding around our cones. Our volunteers love sharing bike skillsSome very attentive Brownies taking in loads of information on bike tools from our volunteer A very attentive Brownie getting some tips on brakes from one of our volunteers
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
ICYMI, Clara’s - our favourite cafe in #WindsorGreatPark closes soon for the season. Quite likely that tomorrow’s Level 3 Guided Ride to WGP will drop in. Would be rude not to! Book your place today: bit.ly/3L2XCUa
Clara’s cafe counter showing a variety of refreshments & a sign advising that it closes between 31st Sept - 31st March
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Stop Trump Coalition @ukstoptrump.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
Yesterday, the largest far-right protest in UK history marched through London, led by racist Tommy Robinson. Today, we say: They don’t speak for us — and they won’t have the last word. This Wednesday we come together against Trump and for a better future. Do everything to be there.
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David Bonney #MDANT 🇺🇦 @isettawindsor.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
What is UOE Store? They seem to have staged a coup at the big Post Office in #Windsor. The self serve machines are “no longer in service”.
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Otto English @ottoenglish.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
This is a huge story. Don't let him get away with it. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Nigel Farage uses private company to pay less tax on GB News earnings
Exclusive: Reform leader’s use of personal services firm is a practice criticised across the political spectrum
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
A record 30 riders for today’s Level 1 from @theswanclewer.bsky.social to sunny #Slough & #Eton. Thanks for today’s volunteers who made it possible. We like to see you on our rides, but please book at least 1 day 📆 in advance to help us plan volunteer numbers, so we can all enjoy ourselves 😀🚲.
The ride leader stands on the new bench to address the crowd at the Swan. Ride safety is everything!Riders from groups 1 & 2 unite along the Jubilee River track. Riders from groups 2 & 3 meet in Slough’s Herschel Park. They can never hear enough local history!One of our riders enjoys a welcome break on the Myrke Bridge ‘twixt Slough & Eton. It’s amazing to see how well the trees etc. have grown here.
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Summerleaze bridge on NCN4 (the rickety wooden one from Monkey Island Lane over to Eton Dorney Rowing Lake) is closed for repairs. TBF, it’s in a state with lots of gaps & rotten boards - so in need of urgent repair. Off to cross the Thames on the M4 bridge instead.
Entrance to the bridge for Monkey Island Lane - showing barrierThe sign saying it’s closed & showing alternative route
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
This Saturday (1st w/e of Sept) it’s an easy Level 1 guided ride from @theswanclewer.bsky.social at 11am, be with us at 1045. A quiet traffic-free 8 mile mixed surface loop, suitable for families. Please pre-book the ride & Bike Kitchen repairs with this link, so we can expect you: bit.ly/49VSkq2
WCH in action, doing the ‘Chariots of Fire’ avenue in EtonFixing bikes at the Swan, we’ve established that the wheel needs trueingA cycling route sign that you’re bound to see on Saturday
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Windsor Cycle Hub @windsorcyclehub.bsky.social · 23/08/2025
More records broken this week, with our biggest ever Level 4 ride. After the pre-ride brief, we headed off along a selection of nice traffic-free lanes to Bracknell. We stopped at Waitrose for coffee & a comfort break. Then on via Chavey Down, N.Ascot & WGP back to @theswanclewer.bsky.social.
The ride leader gives the important pre-ride brief at the 🦢. “Please don’t ride on the ride leader’s right!” etc.Pre departure snap at the 🦢In Nuptown (‘twixt Winkfield & B’nell) after enjoying a route unsuitable for motors.Just about to leave B’nell (head office town of a well known supermarket) - outside of Waitrose
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