Cycling to Work on the C4 | 7. FOCUS: Cycling infrastructure | DEPTFORD TO LONDON BRIDGE

Cycling to work in the rush hour is getting easier thanks to more and more protected cycle lanes popping up. The C4 cycle route from Deptford to London Bridge is one such example that has contributed to London’s cycling boom. Large parts of the route separate riders from the road, making it safer and easier to cycle into town.

On this journey, we discuss topics like route planning, the need to look out for pedestrians and other riders, and the importance of staying alert when passing the many side roads along the route that cross the cycle lane.

I hope this film helps you reflect on how you cycle! PLEASE SHARE the film with anyone you know who is thinking about cycling to work for the first time!

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Intro
0:29 – About the C4 cycle route
1:32 – Some options for route planning
2:10 – The London Cycle Routes channel
2:38 – Looking out for other riders
3:26 – Surrey Quays section of the route
4:05 – Strategy for passing side roads
4:52 – Looking out for pedestrians
5:44 – Applying the Four Key Skills
6:40 – Junction with Tanner Street
7:15 – Look right to see Tower Bridge!
7:45 – Joining bus lane on Tooley Street
8:02 – Please share & subscribe!
8:22 – Thank you page
8:32 – Links to Films 2 and 5

ROUTE PLANNING LINKS MENTIONED IN FILM:
– TFL cycle route map: https://tfl.gov.uk/maps/cycle
– Cycle Streets app: https://m.cyclestreets.net/
– SafeCycleLDN map: https://safecycleldn.com/
– London Cycle Routes YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@Londoncycleroutes

IMPORTANT NOTE ON HOW YOU RIDE:
The channel will show videos of me cycling that intend to stimulate reflection and discussion on how we ride so we can all develop as riders.

I cannot take responsibility for how you ride after you watch the videos. The cycling shown may not be suitable for all situations. Remember that you may need to be flexible when you ride and you should always adhere to the rules for cycling in your area. Cycle training with a qualified instructor can be invaluable, whatever your level of experience, so check out options in your area. If you or your workplace would like me to deliver training for you, then please get in touch via email.

OTHER HELPFUL LINKS:
The following links are available in the channel bio:
– Riding Competencies Mind Map (Eager Cycle Coaching)
– The Highway Code (England, Scotland and Wales)
– The National Standard for Cycle Training (Department for Transport)
– The Bikeability Trust website

MUSIC:
Special thanks to the very talented Pim Jones for supplying music for the channel. Check out Pim’s music here:

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