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These have all been developed in consultation consultation in developed been all have These University of of University – five double-sided cycle stands cycle double-sided five –

University Boulevard University – five double-sided cycle stands cycle double-sided five – Street in Beeston, parallel to Lower Road and Fletcher Road Fletcher and Road Lower to parallel Beeston, in Street

www.thetram.net/cycling available – – available

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information about cycling along the tram network are are network tram the along cycling about information

Bramcote Lane – five double-sided cycle stands cycle double-sided five –

between the track and the pavement for cyclists for pavement the and track the between

Compton Acres areas). Further copies of this leaflet and and leaflet this of copies Further areas). Acres Compton

Fletcher Road and Lower Road, maximising the distance distance the maximising Road, Lower and Road Fletcher

Inham Road Inham – five double-sided cycle stands cycle double-sided five –

centre to Clifton (including The Meadows, and and Wilford Meadows, The (including Clifton to centre

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cycling routes along the Beeston / tram route at: route tram /Chilwell Beeston the along routes cycling Whether cycling around the tramway is new to you or not, there are some things you’ll need to bear in mind. Cycle using a Citycard. a using Cycle

Cycle stands are provided at tram stops located on the the on located stops tram at provided are stands Cycle

registered Citycard. Alternatively, you can hire a Citycard Citycard a hire can you Alternatively, Citycard. registered

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hub is monitored by CCTV and can be accessed via a a via accessed be can and CCTV by monitored is hub

are provided along Middle Street (Styring Street to Humber Humber to Street (Styring Street Middle along provided are You will find that some tram tracks run on streets that If cyclists are not careful, it is possible for tyres to Secure Citycard Cycle Hub parking at Toton Lane. This This Lane. Toton at parking Hub Cycle Citycard Secure

Pedestrian / cycle paths, cycle lanes, and toucan crossings crossings toucan and lanes, cycle paths, cycle / Pedestrian cyclists use. It’s important to take extra care in these areas General cycle safety tips:

Arkwright Street / Arkwright Walk Arkwright / Street Arkwright • • slide on the tracks or drop into the track grooves.

to ensure your safety and avoid getting into difficulties.

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coverage): Toton Lane, Inham Road, Bramcote Lane, Cator Cator Lane, Bramcote Road, Inham Lane, Toton coverage): as metal grates or kerbs can be a hazard if not Wilford Road / Wilford Street Wilford / Road Wilford • Cycle stands at the following tram stops (all with CCTV CCTV with (all stops tram following the at stands Cycle pedestrians – wear high visibility clothing

approached sensibly, so can tram tracks.

platform and the nearest rail nearest the and platform

north - south city cycle routes on: routes cycle city south - north Take care around trams and tracks

Designated track crossings to allow you to cross the tracks tracks the cross to you allow to crossings track Designated

existing the with provided are connections Cycling

Road tram stop as there is not enough space between the the between space enough not is there as stop tram Road Protect yourself by wearing a safety helmet

Parallel cycle routes taking cyclists behind the Chilwell Chilwell the behind cyclists taking routes cycle Parallel

tramway on Meadows Way Meadows on tramway

right manoeuvres, for example on the approach to tram stops tram to approach the on example for manoeuvres, right Cross tracks close to a right angle

New cycle lanes and pedestrian / cycle paths alongside the the alongside paths cycle / pedestrian and lanes cycle New Devonshire Avenue to help cyclists cross the tram tracks tram the cross cyclists help to Avenue Devonshire

Additional road markings and signs to help cyclists make the the make cyclists help to signs and markings road Additional Keep an eye out for pedestrians and other Traffic signs and road markings

Toucan crossing facilities at Central College, Hall Croft and and Croft Hall College, Central at facilities crossing Toucan

Enterprise Way meets Queen’s Drive Queen’s meets Way Enterprise Look out for trams road users to ensure that they have seen you alongside the tramway the alongside

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New cycle lanes and shared pedestrian / cycle paths paths cycle / pedestrian shared and lanes cycle New

Road, Chilwell and Chilwell Road, Beeston, maximising the the maximising Beeston, Road, Chilwell and Chilwell Road,

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tramway and create new cycling opportunities: cycling new create and tramway (including cycles) on the Cycle Route

Lenton Lane, linking to existing cycle routes through King’s King’s through routes cycle existing to linking Lane, Lenton Don’t cycle too close to the kerb

to help cyclists to travel alongside and around the the around and alongside travel to cyclists help to Think ahead and signal early then, keeping New pedestrian / cycle paths on Gregory Street and and Street Gregory on paths cycle / pedestrian New

Stapleford and Toton Toton and Stapleford

Clifton, a number of features have been introduced introduced been have features of number a Clifton, both hands on the handlebars, cross the track Typical Map connecting cycle routes cycle connecting

junctions connecting with existing bridleways and and bridleways existing with connecting junctions Use appropriate hand signals when making

to Chilwell and and Chilwell to NET of extension the of part s A Sign Showing

Bridge and Gregory Street), linking to existing parallel and and parallel existing to linking Street), Gregory and Bridge

and Cator Lane with cycling crossing facilities at road road at facilities crossing cycling with Lane Cator and a left or right turn to let people know of Recommended White Hart junction (where Abbey Street meets Abbey Abbey meets Street Abbey (where junction Hart White A new pedestrian / cycle path between Inham Road Road Inham between path cycle / pedestrian new A Don’t gamble – wait for the green light No Motor Vehicles

tram network tram your intentions Route for Cyclists

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pedestrians and cyclists can cross together, hence ‘two-can’ cross. ‘two-can’ hence together, cross can cyclists and pedestrians at all road junctions road all at

Note: A toucan crossing is the name of a crossing where where crossing a of name the is crossing toucan A Note: them in case the traffic pulls away suddenly

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New pedestrian / cycle paths on Toton Lane (between (between Lane Toton on paths cycle / pedestrian New Concentrate at all times pedestrians only Trams Only (cycles prohibited) linking to the existing cycle ways on University Boulevard Boulevard University on ways cycle existing the to linking

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Cycling around around Cycling

Cycle facilities at the new signalised junction (where Lower Lower (where junction signalised new the at facilities Cycle Don’t run a red light or you could face a fine.

If in doubt, dismount and cross the tramway Road Narrows for Tram Stop Ahead

help cyclists on the Chilwell tram route including: route tram Chilwell the on cyclists help

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Queens Queens on foot Specific features and road layouts have been developed to to developed been have layouts road and features Specific Special cycle features on the Chilwell route Chilwell the on features cycle Special You can cycle alongside the tram network or enjoy a ride along the , Big Track or Erewash Valley Trail – for more information visit www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/travelplan

Bike hire with your phone Citycard Cycle Hubs Citycard Cycles can be hired via mobile phone for collection and drop-off on or near the following Citycard Cycle Hub facilities are at the following locations around the network (see map): RideWise offer cycling skills and confidence locations around the tram network: training including improving awareness of • (Station Street) potential hazards that can be found around a • Car Park tramway and how you can stay safe. • Cycling the Phoenix Park • Royal Centre Reasons to get on your bike or keep cycling… • Nottingham Trent University (Shakespeare Street) Cycling has many benefits. It is convenient, Wilkinson Street environmentally friendly and helps to keep you fit. For further information Nottingham Station Or in person at: • Travel Centre in Broadmarsh Bus Cycling keeps you fit and boosts your health - about cycling around the CHILWELL Station (accessible from the Lace Market tram stop) regular cycling increases your fitness level and you tram network, please visit can burn up to 500 calories in just 30 minutes Toton Lane • Nottingham Tourist Information Centre www.thetram.net/cycling (accessible from Old Market Square tram stop) tram route Clifton South Cycling reduces your risk of heart disease and chronic illness www.thetram.net/cycling Citycard Cycle Hub feature: How to hire a bike for a few hours or a day During rush hour, it can save you time and money Citycard Cycles • Undercover cycle parking with 24 hour access Register your mobile phone at 1 www.citycardcycles.co.uk It’s good for your mental health • Secure swipe access door, activated with ’s Citycard Cycle scheme a registered Citycard 2 Follow the instructions on the cycle hire stand IT’S FREE! offers something for everyone who loves cycling or • Cycle stands / security lighting / CCTV 3 Unlock your hire bike and you’re on your way Bikes do not produce any pollution, so you can do fancies taking a bicycle for a short spin. your bit for the environment too! Hire a bike for a day, a week, When you are finished with the bike, please return it to a Citycard Cycles hire stand and text ‘return’ to unhire the bike. a month or a year… Failure to do so may result in your membership being cancelled. Contact RideWise on: Could you use a bike for all or part of your journey to Tel: (0115) 955 2288 work or do you just fancy some regular exercise? To register your mobile phone or for more Email: [email protected] Why not connect your tram journey with a Citycard information on Citycard Cycles: Visit: www.ridewise.org.uk Cycle? You can pre-book your bike and pick it up from any of the Citycard Cycle Hubs.  (0115) 876 1350 Visit The Big Wheel – www.bigwheel.org.uk – for more information on sustainable . You can use your mobile phone to hire a Citycard [email protected] See Cycle for up to one day. To hire a bike for more than a @ Follow us: inside day, please visit the Broadmarsh Travel Centre or call 0115 876 1350. @Transport_Nottm Facebook “f” Logo CMYK / .eps Facebook “f” Logo CMYK / .eps for a map of the great new cycle facilities TransportNottm along the route plus safety advice

Information correct as of June 2015