Cycling has grown by 80% in Dorset since 2003 as people cycle to work, to school, to get fit or just to get out of the house and enjoy themselves. More cyclists mean that there is greater chance of conflict with other road users. However, if everyone is considerate, then there is plenty of space for all. Set a good example to other road users and keep yourself and them safe by following the Bike Polite Code:
Please contact travelchoice@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk to provide any feedback or suggestions
You can report a problem online to Dorset Highways, such as defects with footways, cycle tracks and roads such as potholes, lighting, overhanging vegetation, obstructions, flooding.
You can also report a problem with Rights of Way.
For general issues about walking and cycling please contact the Sustainable Transport Team at travelchoice@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or call 01305 224552
www.dcn.org.uk – Dorset Cyclists’ Network campaigning for a cycle friendly Dorset
www.cyclinguk.org/group/west-dorset-cycling – local group of Cycling UK providing led cycle rides in West Dorset
www.sustrans.org.uk – the UK’s leading sustainable transport charity
www.sdmbc.org.uk – South Dorset Mountain Bike Club
www.cyclinguk.org/article/cycling-guide/top-ten-tips-for-cycling-in-traffic – Guidance for cycling in traffic
www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/bikeability – child cycle training in Dorset to the “Bikeability” standard
www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/adult-cycling – Boost your confidence and sign up for a subsidised refresher cycle training session
www.bridportcycles.co.uk – Bike sales, repair and hire
www.walkingforhealth.org.uk/walkfinder – search the website to find gentle walks around the town centre led by Bridport Healthwalks
www.bridport-tc.gov.uk/green-spaces-project/ – Bridport Green Route is a 3 mile walking route around the town linking green spaces
www.westdorsetramblers.org.uk – local branch of The Ramblers leading local walks
www.dorsetyoungwalkers.org.uk – Ramblers Association group for younger members with led walks
www.walkingworks.org.uk – support and information on walking as a healthy lifestyle choice
www.livingstreets.org.uk – national charity representing the rights of pedestrians
www.travelinesw.com – latest bus timetables and fare information
www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/community-transport – information for people who cannot use or don’t have access to public or private transport
www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/travelchoice – reduce your car use by using active, sustainable transport
www.carsharedorset.com – free carshare journey matching database to help you save money and reduce your carbon footprint
www.livewelldorset.co.uk – free service for adults in Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset who would like to improve their health and wellbeing
www.activedorset.org – information on where to find clubs, activities, sessions and venues to play sport or participate in physical activity
www.transitiontownbridport.co.uk – community network rebuilding resilience and reducing carbon emissions to help Bridport deal with peak oil and climate change