Cycling at Eddington
Eddington is a 15 minute cycle to the centre of Cambridge and has plenty of cycle parking.
To make cycling accessible there are pedestrian and cycle routes across Eddington. There is also the Ridgeway, a 900m dedicated cycle highway, running through Eddington connecting to Storey’s Way and Huntingdon Road. The name of the Ridgeway is a reference to the geological features of the site as it follows the natural plateau of the land and the historic ridge. To the north of the ridge line was traditionally marked by soil which was more clay-like in substance, and to the south, the ground conditions were more gravel-like.
You can plan your cycle route on Cycle Streets, choosing the quietest or quickest route to suit you, enter CB3 1SE as your destination.
Travel initiatives for University key workers
The University of Cambridge has a range of transport initiatives to encourage cycling at Eddington as part of our community travel plan framework. Some of the offers for University members include:
- Eddington Borrow a Bike: Outspoken provides a scheme that enables Key Worker Housing residents to loan bicycles. There are several types of bikes, from the standard bike, e-bike and cargo bike, as well as children’s bikes.
- Eddington Dr Bike: Bikeworks, with their experienced mechanics, offer one-to-one sessions to conduct a full check of bicycles and carry out minor repairs on site. Please visit the website and check the eligibility conditions.
- Cycle Training: A fully qualified National Standard Instructor provide a two-hour one-to one-lesson to suit your individual abilities and goals.
- There are also e-bikes and e-scooters for hire: Voi provides e-scooters and e-bikes ready for hire 24/7 in the Community Square outside the Storey’s Field Centre which are available for general use.