How we started
The inaugaral meeting of Cycle Seahaven was held on 13th January 2009 at The Wellington,Seaford. Some 35 enthusiastic people turned up,a committee was formed and off we went!
Our aim then was simply to get people onto their bikes and it still is. We are an inclusive club,seeking to encourage people of all ages,abilities and cycling interests to do more cycling and share the enjoyment of cycling with other people living in the Seaford,Newhaven,Peacehaven area.
Rides
Cycle Seahaven organises rides for MTB riders and road riders of many levels of fitness and experience. We have devised a grading system to enable members to determine if a particular ride is for them. Have a look at the grading system to see how we grade our rides.
We currently have 13 ride leaders who publicise our rides on a rides calendar. This is regularly updated,sometimes with last minute additions. We include details such as the ride leader’s name,grade of ride,the meeting time/place,and a brief description of the route. The rides are listed as a summary,but you can click on each one to see more detail.
Campaigns
Cycle Seahaven actively campaigns to bring about improvements to access and facilities for cyclists in the Seahaven area. We have established excellent links to many organisations including:Forestry Commission;South Downs National Park Authority;Sustrans;National Trust;Cycle Touring Club;East Sussex County Council,Lewes District Council and Seaford Town Council;local Police;parish councils and other cycling groups in East Sussex.
Key campaigns for the Club at the present time are:
- Creation of a cycle path down Exceat Hill towards Friston Forest
- Continuation of the cycle path at Bishopstone railway bridge
- Improved cycle paths in the National Park
- A safe route down the Ouse Valley from Lewes to Newhaven
- Cycle path on Seaford promenade
Club structure and membership
Cycle Seahaven’s committee is made up of 10 local cycling enthusiasts. The Committee members (link to profiles) are voted in by the members at our AGM,usually held in January,and they all work really hard to cater for members’ interests. The Committee really welcomes any feedback,ideas and suggestions about any aspects of the Club. If you fancy doing a particular ride then contact us with your ideas –we’re keen to expand our knowledge of local routes for all abilities. Please feel free to get in touch with us at:info@cycleseahaven.org.uk.
Have a look at the minutes of the committee meetings here to see the behind the scenes work at the Club. If you would like to suggest an item for discussion at the next meeting,please contact Jill,the Club Secretary.
Cycle Seahaven also produces a regular Newsletter giving a round-up of news from Club ride and updates on its campaigning. Members are warmly invited to send photos and articles for the Newsletter to Clive,the Rides and Events Co-ordinator.
