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21 storiesNewest publisher update · 2026-10-29 07:00 UTC
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Cycling to Hopetoun House: a grand day out from Edinburgh

Swap busy city streets for quiet lanes, open farmland, coastal views and one of Scotland's finest stately homes. You can cycle to Hopetoun House in about one hour from Edinburgh city centre. The route is a mixture of traffic-free paths and quiet residential streets. Start on the Roseburn PathRoseburn cycle pathThis traffic-free path is a delight. Once a railway line, it's now one of Edinburgh's best cycle paths. It passes through leafy sections of woodland and greenery and it is easy to for [...

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Edinburgh to Glasgow by E-Bike: 2 Ways to Turn a Cross-City Ride into a Tour

A ride between Edinburgh and Glasgow sounds, at first, like a matter of getting from one city to the other. On a bicycle, the choice of route changes the entire day. You could follow the canals through Linlithgow and Falkirk, stopping whenever a village or a view catches your attention. Or you could use National Cycle Network Route 75, moving between riverside paths, old railway lines, quieter roads and the towns of the Central Belt. Both are journeys between cities, yet they ask different thing

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Could an Electric Commuter Bike Make the Longer Route to Work Worth Taking?

There are often two versions of the journey to work. One is the route a map suggests: direct, easy to follow and perhaps dominated by the same roads you would use in a car. The other takes a little more thought. It follows quieter streets, avoids an awkward junction or adds a climb to reach a more pleasant stretch of road.For someone considering cycling to work, that extra distance can be enough to put the second option aside. A route might look inviting on a Sunday afternoon but feel less appea

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Sigrid Rides: another cycling adventure with a cat

View Sigrid Rides on Amazon A man cycling with a cat might sound like a niche subject for a book, but it's one I've come across before. I previously read Nala's World by Dean Nicholson, the story of his remarkable journey around the world with Nala, a rescue cat he picked up in Bosnia. So when I discovered that someone else had written a book about cycling with a feline companion, I was curious to find out more.Sigrid Rides by Travis Nelson tells a different story. Rather t [...]

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HOW OFF-SITE CONSTRUCTION REDUCES ON-SITE CARBON EMISSIONS

As businesses across the UK place greater emphasis on sustainability, every stage of the construction process is coming under closer scrutiny. It’s no longer just about how a building performs once it’s complete, as the environmental impact of constructing it in the first place is receiving greater attention.By manufacturing much of the building in a controlled factory environment before transporting it for installation, modern modular buildings can significantly reduce the amount of [...]

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Bicycle Repair: What to Fix Yourself and When to Get Help

Before your next cycling trip, find out which bicycle repairs you can handle at home and when to book a mechanic. Learn how to assess common faults, choose a repair service and check your bike before setting off. A flat tyre on the way to work and a brake that has stopped gripping need different responses. One may be a repair you can manage with a spare tube and some practice. The other means putting the ride on hold until the fault is fixed.Before a cycling trip, it helps to know where y [...]

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AIRBANK Pocket 2 Pro bike pump- review

Get 5% off by using my discount code COLINBAIRD when you buy the pocket 2 Pro from AIRBANK: https://www.airbankpump.com/?ref=vrhj...There are few things more frustrating on a bike ride than discovering you've got a flat tyre. The traditional manual bicycle pump has always been a necessary bit of kit to solve this problem. But, it is a hassle to transport it with you on every trip and it is a pain to use. In comparison the Airbank Pocket Pro 2 is easier to carry and a joy to use. This tiny electr

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Book review: Around the world in 80 days by Mark Beaumont

In Around the World in 80 Days, Mark Beaumont tells the remarkable story of breaking the world record for cycling around the globe, completing the journey in just 78 days, 14 hours and 40 minutes.What makes this book worthwhile is the story behind the statistics. Beaumont takes readers into the relentless routine of riding for up to 16 hours a day, surviving on minimal sleep. One of the book's greatest strengths is its honesty. Beaumont openly discusses the physical pain, mental fatigue a [...]

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Cycling to the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse

I love visiting lighthouses and the one at the Mull of Galloway is special because it's at Scotland's most southerly point. This lighthouse is also open to visitors, which is not always possible at other lighthouses. Here, you can climb the lighthouse steps for spectacular views. You can also enjoy a refreshment in Scotland's most southerly cafe. Mull of Galloway is about 22 miles from Stranraer. Getting thereI did this as a day trip from Portpatrick, around 23 miles from t [...]

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Cycling to Logan Botanic Garden

It does not feel like Scotland here. At Logan Botanic gardens its more like Australia or South America.​ Thanks to the warming influence of the Gulf Stream, these gardens are home to an incredible collection of exotic plants. The gardens are located in south-west Scotland, around 14 miles from Portpatrick.Getting thereUse Portpatrick as a base to get to Logan. Porpatrick is pretty straightforward to reach using a train to Stranraer, followed by a 7 mile cycle. All the details are on my Portpat [

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Cycling to Portpatrick

It's one of Scotland's most attractive seaside villages. Located in southwest Scotland, its quite easy to get there by taking a train to Stranraer and then cycling 7 miles. The village is a good base for visiting places like Logan Botanic Garden and the Mull of Galloway lighthouse. Highlights7 mile cycle from Stranraer on a quiet roadvisiting St John's Castle in Stranraera dramatic cliff walk to Dunskey castle in Portpatrickrelaxing with a drink and a view of Portpatrick's harbourenjo [...]

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Review of Culzean Castle and how to get there by bike

Of all Scotland's castles Culzean offers the greatest number of things to see and do. It's not just the castle to see, but the grounds are full of interesting buildings and gorgeous gardens. And it's easy to get there by train and bike.Highlightsjust 5 miles of cycling to get there from the nearest train stationthe castle's Oval Tower, a masterpiece by one of Scotland's most renowned architectsexquisite interiors full of period furniture and paintingshuge grounds to explore with 40 buildings, in

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How to plan a family bike trip that everyone will actually dig

People Standing on Dock during Sunrise. Image from https://www.pexels.com/photo/people-standing-on-dock-during-sunrise-39691/ Planning a family bike trip can be a ton of fun, but let’s be real—it takes a bit of brainpower. You’ve got kids of all ages, different energy levels, and maybe a few “I’m bored” complaints already lined up. The trick? Keep it chill, flexible, and all about having a good time together.Pick a spot everyone can handleStep one: figur [...]

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The Scottish Deer Centre

This wildlife park is located in Fife, near Cupar. It's home to 12 species of deer, a wolf pack, wildcats, otters and European brown bears. There's also a bird‑of‑prey centre. It’s a great destination for children with plenty of play areas. You can get to it by cycling 3.7 miles from the nearest station, LadybankHighlightshand‑feeding deer, they will come right up to the fence to take the food watch birds in flight at a falconry showa chance to see a Scottish wildcattreeto [...]

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5 Top Cycling Spots in Europe

Image by Gianni Crestani from Pixabay Cycling in Europe can mean anything from a relaxed ride through vineyards to challenging climbs with a view at the top. There’s a rhythm to it that’s different from walking or driving, you notice the small towns, the way the light falls across old stone buildings, and the quiet streets before the tourists arrive. Europe’s variety means you can find routes for every mood and skill level. Some are coastal, others twist through moun [...]