Southern incorporating Gatwick Express. However, as of early , this tough policy seems to have been dropped, but if you have problems on Southern territory, please do let us know.
Tandems and tricycles: Unknown. A 'limited number' of cycles are carried free on all services except on trains due to arrive into London Victoria, London Bridge or Brighton between Reservations for cycles are not required. Former Gatwick Express services now run through to Brighton, and have considerable luggage capacity, but are now bound by the same peak hour rules as other Southern services.
Formerly a haven for cyclists, the South West Trains area has seen increasing restrictions as new trains are introduced. Reservations are obligatory on all but some Waterloo to Southampton trains, but booking is now free. Note, however, that if you have booked a cheap 'Megatrain' ticket to Southampton or Portsmouth, you will not be entitled to travel with a bicycle, even on a train where bicycles are welcome. A few other specifics:. A 'nod and a wink' policy existed for many years on the ground, and bikes were usually allowed aboard at the guard's discretion, but according to reports, this is no longer the case.
Bike space can vary from two upwards. Generally speaking, longer trains on longer journeys will convey more bicycles. The Class offers six cycle spaces situated in the 3rd and 4th coaches counting from 1st class, which is almost always at the London end.
Cycles must not be placed in the disabled space, in the door areas except by agreement with the guard , or behind the drivers door. The shorter Class officially offers only two bike spaces, but with careful positioning three or fours can be squeezed in, and the guard will usually allow this, provided the gangways are not obstructed. The only exceptions to these rules are when travelling too or from three stations with short platforms - Bedhampton London-bound platform , Beaulieu Road and Shawford.
Cycles should usually be placed in the first door of the 2nd carriage in the direction of travel. Thus the cycle allocation may be as much as ten one day two per doorway , or as little as four the next, depending on the guard and the number of passengers. Bicycles must be held by their owners and allow passengers to move freely around the. Tel: Reservations: email: customerrelations swtrains.
West Coast services carry up to four bikes, with a free compulsory advance reservation system. TIP: To escape Virgin's blood pressure-raising automated telephone booking system, say 'agent' at the start. This, we're told, should put you through to a nice lady in Scotland. TIP: When making a cycle booking, use the Virgin Customer Services number rather than the ticket line But be warned - if you're adding a cycle reservation to an existing ticket, the telephone staff will give you a reference number to present at the station.
A cyclist has recently been turned away at Euston trying to board with the number only. Staff may insist on a bicycle reservation ticket More than their jobs are worth, etc etc.
TIP: Voyager and Pendolino trains carry a yellow rectangle at the opposite end to the bike space. This is usually at the 'country' ie furthest from London end of the train. Brittany Ferries have recently introduced peak-time cycle fares on all routes. There are no special restrictions on folding bikes. Routes: Wide-ranging national coach operator Folding bikes: No restrictions but we would always recommend keeping the bike well covered and treating as normal luggage Tandems and tricycles: Unknown.
There is no charge for bicycles, but it is advisable to confirm that space is available in advance. Folding bikes travel without restriction, but you are advised to carry the bike as hand luggage. As with an airline, luggage is thrown into the hold. Strangely, you could be better off NOT folding the bike and just riding aboard. Unless you can tell us otherwise, we know of no charge for bicycles and no booking requirements. Bikes Traditional Trad. Male Trad. Female Trad. Hybrid Trek Hybrid.
Mechanics Contact. Press reviews Local and International Achievements. November-March: am - 5pm Open weekends and public holidays More Docklands Light Railway You can only take a folded bicycle, and it must be totally enclosed in a cover. London Overground You can take a folded bicycle at any time anywhere on the network. Gospel Oak-Blackhorse Road You can take a non-folding bicycle on all trains except those travelling between and Monday-Friday.
Richmond-Willesden Junction You may take your bicycle on all trains but we recommend that you do not travel with a non-folding bicycle during peak times Monday-Friday as trains can be very busy.
Clapham Junction-Willesden Junction You may take your bicycle on all trains but we recommend that you do not travel with a non-folding bicycle during peak times Monday-Friday as trains can be very busy.
Gospel Oak-Stratford You may take your bicycle on all trains but we recommend that you do not travel with a non-folding bicycle during peak times Monday-Friday as trains can be very busy. Blackhorse Road-Barking You may take your bicycle on all trains but we recommend that you do not travel with a non-folding bicycle during peak times Monday-Friday as trains can be very busy.
Rail replacement bus services for London Overground You can only take a folded bicycle on rail replacement buses, not a non-folding bicycle. River You can take any bicycle on any London boat service at any time. Coaches Please ask the company you are booked with about travelling with a bicycle.
Tram Tramlink only takes folding bicycles - no container is required, although bicycles must be fully folded. Tel: Heathrow Connect Routes: London Paddington - local stations to Heathrow Airport Folding bikes: No restrictions Tandems and tricycles: Unknown Cycles are carried free, except on trains due to arrive in Paddington between Compact machines fit the overhead racks Tandems and tricycles: Unknown Limited accommodation is available for cycles on Heathrow Express services, for passengers flying with their cycles from the airport.
Tel: Reservations: email: queries. Tandems and tricycles: Not permitted Cycles are carried free of charge on all off-peak services Restrictions apply Monday to Friday Tandems and tricycles: Not permitted Cycles are not conveyed at any time, unless they have been flat-packed for air travel. However, they are banned: Monday to Friday on services south of Broxbourne or Shenfield that terminate in Liverpool Street or Stratford between Tandems and tricycles: Unknown A 'limited number' of cycles are carried free on all services except on trains due to arrive into London Victoria, London Bridge or Brighton between Tandems and tricycles: Unknown Formerly a haven for cyclists, the South West Trains area has seen increasing restrictions as new trains are introduced.
Bicycles must be held by their owners and allow passengers to move freely around the Tel: Reservations: email: customerrelations swtrains. Parking your bike at the station There are secure cycle parking facilities at many of our stations - find yours now. Search now. More about travelling on Great Northern. Travelling with luggage See our guide to bringing bags. Station information Including addresses, maps and opening times. Got a question or comment? At 28cm wide, it's big enough for a tablet or small notebook computer plus other office essentials.
Better yet, as the Sling It is completely waterproof, you don't have to worry about them getting damp. A stabilising strap runs across your chest, to stop the bag swinging around while you're cycling, but can be unclipped for use on foot.
Because the bag is so compact, you don't look like a bicycle messenger when you do get off the bike. Also available in black, white, silver and grey, and in larger sizes if you have a bigger laptop. This lightweight windproof jacket is genuinely showerproof.
It won't keep you dry in sustained rain, which will get in through the seams and eventually through the fabric itself, but it doesn't immediately leak like some windproof clothing. When you've got a folding bike that jacket is often enough weather protection you're probably not cycling very far to begin with, and you can jump on public transport or into a taxi if it's tipping down.
You won't overheat easily either as it breathes well - the lightweight nylon fabric is supplemented with mesh underarm vents, the cut is slim, and the cuffs, hem, and neck are lightly elasticated. It's a great just-in-case jacket to stash in your bag, as it weighs little over g and packs down to the size of your fist.
Folding bike commuters have another thing to consider if they choose to wear a helmet: the helmet needs looking after in transit, not just at home and work. It'll rattle around in overhead luggage racks. Skate-style helmets are less vulnerable to accidental knocks than conventional ribbed helmets, as the expanded polystyrene EPS is completely covered by the polycarbonate outer shell. The Section is lightweight and well ventilated for a skate-style helmet, due to its 'in-mould construction', which means that the EPS and outer shell are made in one mould and fused together, rather than being made in separate moulds and stuck together after.
It's available in three sizes: S cm circumference , M cm , and L cm , and there are pads to fine tune the fit. To start saving money on a new bike and accessories, take a look at our cycle scheme. You are here: Home - Blog - How to. Ready to begin? I'm an employee Employee I'm an employer Employer. Let's get started Enter your employer's name or code If you know your employer hasn't registered with Cyclescheme you can invite your employer.
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