Cycle to work to beat the traffic ? Or use your bicycle for weekend cycle rides ? Then you will be interested to hear that a new, FREE map showing the cycle routes in and around Guildford is available.

Produced by Surrey County Council with support from Guildford Borough Council, the map is in a handy leaflet form and illustrates both on and off-road cycle routes and where to find special cycle parking.

As well as identifying the cycling facilities, it also provides valuable information on safety and security, cycling skills; equipment and useful contacts for further information.

Both the Borough and County Councils are encouraging cycling as an alternative to the car for short trips, such as journeys to work and school. In order to help encourage all age groups to cycle, a coherent cycle network is being developed linking key areas such as residential, employment and schools.

The Borough Council's cycling strategy provides the framework for cycle route provision in the borough. The strategy is amended annually in May and describes the routes and other facilities scheduled for implementation in the forthcoming year.

To obtain a copy of the cycling leaflet or for more information on the Borough Council's cycling strategy please contact Simon Tarrant, Transport Planning Assistant, on 01483 444529 or click here to e-mail