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Hythe Bridge Street in Oxford with queue of cars heading west nose to tail. Pedestrians in large numbers on the pavements

‘Doing something’ about Oxford’s transport

By Zuhura Plummer

When it comes to Oxford’s traffic, everyone agrees there is a problem. I have yet to meet someone who loves sitting on a stationary A34, or enjoys their car filling with fumes from the car in front while crawling along at 5 mph. What should be done about this problem?

Screen shot of Google street view showing dual carriageway with one car and a red traffic cone

What can we learn from David Brain’s death?

By Ian Loader

At 18.40 on 24 February David Brain, 54, was killed by a collision with a car while cycling on Frieze Way in Kidlington. He was riding towards the A44 roundabout when he was struck by a silver VW Golf. He died at the scene as a result of his injuries. This was another preventable death on Oxfordshire’s roads, a further grim indicator of our county’s road safety crisis.

Young woman in midwife uniform and cycle helmet riding bike on a wooded path. She is shrieking with enjoyment, both feet lifted high off the pedals

Oxford employers embrace bikes

By Anna Railton

Three very different organisations have started trialling ebikes to help their employees travel around the city in a more efficient, greener and cheaper way.

Cars driving through flood water in Feryy Hinksey Road Oxford

Get on your bike to stop flooding

By Lucy Giuliano and Jane Buekett

Ten years ago, in January 2014, Oxford experienced terrible flooding. Abingdon and Botley Roads were closed to traffic and hundreds of properties were inundated. This past week, on the exact anniversary of that disaster, the city has again been hit by serious flooding.

Older man in hi-vis jacket and helmet cycling down a lane through autumn trees in sunshine

New year cycling resolutions

By Alison Hill and Jonny Ives

What are your cycling resolutions for the new year? Here are some suggestions to start you off.

wrapped gift in Christmas paper with decorations in the background

Christmas gifts for cyclists

By Andy Chivers

As we approach Christmas there’s still time left to get a gift for those people in your life who cycle or want to learn to cycle. Read on for some ideas.

Path of loose broken stone viewed at ground level

An accessible city?

By Sushila Dhall

Pedestrians are supposed to be at the top of the hierarchy in road-use planning. But is this really the case? What is it like to be an urban pedestrian with mobility support needs?

Christmassy label on red glitter background. Wording on label is 'Christmas Challenge Charity Partner'

Supporting safe streets for all

By Lucy Giuliano

Since I started as Cyclox Campaigns Director 5 months ago I’ve seen news reports of a local road collision on most days. We want everyone to feel safe on our streets. To achieve this, we need your support. Read on to find out more.    

Covered cycle rack in primary school full of locked-up kids' bikes

East Oxford schools need new cycle racks

By Lucy Pegg and Chris Jarvis

There has been a gradual uptick in walking and cycling to school in recent years, but this academic year the change feels seismic. Since the start of term in September both St Mary & St John Primary School (SSMJ) and Larkrise Primary have seen a huge increase in the number of pupils and staff arriving by bike. Read on to find out why.

Sign saying 'Lemond and Fignon' with tiny model cyclists on top

Oxford bike bridges and the Tour de France

By Jonny Ives

The announcement of the route of the next Tour de France does not usually resonate deeply in Oxford. This year, details of the 2024 Tour may ring a few more bells than usual for cyclists using the newly repaired Marston cycle path. Read on to find out why.