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2015-03-09T11:55:10Z

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==Media Information==

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Some Of Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 020 7207 3435. Other operators of pedal chariots can be hired for the afternoon by negotiation.
==Previous Protests==

Protests during 2013 took place at:

* [[Brighton & Hove]]: Since 2006)
* [[Bristol]] (Since 2006)
* [[Canterbury]] (Since 2013)
* [[Cardiff]] (Caerdydd) (Since 2008)
* [[Clacton]] (Since 2013)
* [[London]] (Since 2004)
* [[Manchester]] (since 2006)
* [[Portsmouth]] (since 2011)
* [[Southampton]] (since 2007)
* [[York]] (since 2006)

Protests that took place during 2012 were:

* Sat 26 May: [[Portsmouth]] (Completed, about 100 took part - photos available)
* Fri 1 June: [[Manchester]]
* Sat 2 June: [[York]]
* Fri 8 June: [[Southampton]]
* Sat 9 June: [[Cardiff]], [[Exeter]], [[London]]
* Sun 10 June: [[Brighton & Hove]], [[Bristol]]
* Sat 16 June: [[Nottingham]]
* Sat 14 July: [[Glasgow]]

Protests that took place during 2011 were:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (Sunday 19 June 2011 - assemble from 11am for a 1.30pm departure, the Full Moon Pub, Stokes Croft)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Protests that took place during 2010 were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 

In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

The first WNBR in the UK was in London in 2004, when 56 protesters rode around Hyde Park.

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]]'''
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]'''
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

===Other companies/organisations that have contacted us in support===

*Rajeev Singh, from techBULLsolution Ltd (05-Mar-2015)
*Uthara Print, Sarah Fox (Manchester) (19-Feb-215)
*Amelie Jones, Create Vwe Designs Limited (13-Feb-2015)
*Pathway Innovations and Technologies, Inc., San Daigo (21-Nov-2014)
*Paul Lauener, (22-12-2013)
*Stink Digital, Marilyn Napaul (on behalf of Ray-ban) (16-Apr-2014)
*The Cinnamon Club (08-Mar-2010)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408



'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

United Kingdom media information

2015-03-09T11:53:32Z

Frank: /* Other companies/organisations that have contacted us in support */

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

==Media Information==

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Some Of Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 020 7207 3435. Other operators of pedal chariots can be hired for the afternoon by negotiation.
==Previous Protests==

Protests during 2013 took place at:

* [[Brighton & Hove]]: Since 2006)
* [[Bristol]] (Since 2006)
* [[Canterbury]] (Since 2013)
* [[Cardiff]] (Caerdydd) (Since 2008)
* [[Clacton]] (Since 2013)
* [[London]] (Since 2004)
* [[Manchester]] (since 2006)
* [[Portsmouth]] (since 2011)
* [[Southampton]] (since 2007)
* [[York]] (since 2006)

Protests that took place during 2012 were:

* Sat 26 May: [[Portsmouth]] (Completed, about 100 took part - photos available)
* Fri 1 June: [[Manchester]]
* Sat 2 June: [[York]]
* Fri 8 June: [[Southampton]]
* Sat 9 June: [[Cardiff]], [[Exeter]], [[London]]
* Sun 10 June: [[Brighton & Hove]], [[Bristol]]
* Sat 16 June: [[Nottingham]]
* Sat 14 July: [[Glasgow]]

Protests that took place during 2011 were:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (Sunday 19 June 2011 - assemble from 11am for a 1.30pm departure, the Full Moon Pub, Stokes Croft)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Protests that took place during 2010 were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 

In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

The first WNBR in the UK was in London in 2004, when 56 protesters rode around Hyde Park.

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]]'''
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]'''
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408



'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

United Kingdom media information

2015-03-09T11:52:42Z

Frank: /* Ecological Companies That Support The Ride */

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

==Media Information==

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Some Of Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 020 7207 3435. Other operators of pedal chariots can be hired for the afternoon by negotiation.
==Previous Protests==

Protests during 2013 took place at:

* [[Brighton & Hove]]: Since 2006)
* [[Bristol]] (Since 2006)
* [[Canterbury]] (Since 2013)
* [[Cardiff]] (Caerdydd) (Since 2008)
* [[Clacton]] (Since 2013)
* [[London]] (Since 2004)
* [[Manchester]] (since 2006)
* [[Portsmouth]] (since 2011)
* [[Southampton]] (since 2007)
* [[York]] (since 2006)

Protests that took place during 2012 were:

* Sat 26 May: [[Portsmouth]] (Completed, about 100 took part - photos available)
* Fri 1 June: [[Manchester]]
* Sat 2 June: [[York]]
* Fri 8 June: [[Southampton]]
* Sat 9 June: [[Cardiff]], [[Exeter]], [[London]]
* Sun 10 June: [[Brighton & Hove]], [[Bristol]]
* Sat 16 June: [[Nottingham]]
* Sat 14 July: [[Glasgow]]

Protests that took place during 2011 were:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (Sunday 19 June 2011 - assemble from 11am for a 1.30pm departure, the Full Moon Pub, Stokes Croft)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Protests that took place during 2010 were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 

In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

The first WNBR in the UK was in London in 2004, when 56 protesters rode around Hyde Park.

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]]'''
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]'''
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

= Other companies/organisations that have contacted us in support =

Rajeev Singh, from techBULLsolution Ltd (05-Mar-2015)
Uthara Print, Sarah Fox (Manchester) (19-Feb-215)
Amelie Jones, Create Vwe Designs Limited (13-Feb-2015)
Pathway Innovations and Technologies, Inc., San Daigo (21-Nov-2014)
Paul Lauener, (22-12-2013)
Stink Digital, Marilyn Napaul (on behalf of Ray-ban) (16-Apr-2014)
The Cinnamon Club (08-Mar-2010)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408



'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

United Kingdom media information

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[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

==Media Information==

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Some Of Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 020 7207 3435. Other operators of pedal chariots can be hired for the afternoon by negotiation.
==Previous Protests==

Protests during 2013 took place at:

* [[Brighton & Hove]]: Since 2006)
* [[Bristol]] (Since 2006)
* [[Canterbury]] (Since 2013)
* [[Cardiff]] (Caerdydd) (Since 2008)
* [[Clacton]] (Since 2013)
* [[London]] (Since 2004)
* [[Manchester]] (since 2006)
* [[Portsmouth]] (since 2011)
* [[Southampton]] (since 2007)
* [[York]] (since 2006)

Protests that took place during 2012 were:

* Sat 26 May: [[Portsmouth]] (Completed, about 100 took part - photos available)
* Fri 1 June: [[Manchester]]
* Sat 2 June: [[York]]
* Fri 8 June: [[Southampton]]
* Sat 9 June: [[Cardiff]], [[Exeter]], [[London]]
* Sun 10 June: [[Brighton & Hove]], [[Bristol]]
* Sat 16 June: [[Nottingham]]
* Sat 14 July: [[Glasgow]]

Protests that took place during 2011 were:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (Sunday 19 June 2011 - assemble from 11am for a 1.30pm departure, the Full Moon Pub, Stokes Croft)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Protests that took place during 2010 were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 

In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

The first WNBR in the UK was in London in 2004, when 56 protesters rode around Hyde Park.

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]]'''
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]'''
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408



'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

United Kingdom media information

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[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Previous Protests==

Protests during 2013 took place at:

* [[Brighton & Hove]]: Since 2006)
* [[Bristol]] (Since 2006)
* [[Canterbury]] (Since 2013)
* [[Cardiff]] (Caerdydd) (Since 2008)
* [[Clacton]] (Since 2013)
* [[London]] (Since 2004)
* [[Manchester]] (since 2006)
* [[Portsmouth]] (since 2011)
* [[Southampton]] (since 2007)
* [[York]] (since 2006)

Protests that took place during 2012 were:

* Sat 26 May: [[Portsmouth]] (Completed, about 100 took part - photos available)
* Fri 1 June: [[Manchester]]
* Sat 2 June: [[York]]
* Fri 8 June: [[Southampton]]
* Sat 9 June: [[Cardiff]], [[Exeter]], [[London]]
* Sun 10 June: [[Brighton & Hove]], [[Bristol]]
* Sat 16 June: [[Nottingham]]
* Sat 14 July: [[Glasgow]]

Protests that took place during 2011 were:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (Sunday 19 June 2011 - assemble from 11am for a 1.30pm departure, the Full Moon Pub, Stokes Croft)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Protests that took place during 2010 were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 

In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

The first WNBR in the UK was in London in 2004, when 56 protesters rode around Hyde Park.

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]]'''
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]'''
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 020 7207 3435. Other operators of pedal chariots can be hired for the afternoon by negotiation.

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408



'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

United Kingdom media information

2014-04-04T16:01:24Z

Frank: /* Previous Protests */

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Previous Protests==

Protests during 2013 took place at:

* [[Brighton & Hove]]: Since 2006)
* [[Bristol]] (Since 2006)
* [[Canterbury]] (Since 2013)
* [[Cardiff]] (Caerdydd) (Since 2008)
* [[Clacton]] (Since 2013)
* [[London]] (Since 2004)
* [[Manchester]] (since 2006)
* [[Portsmouth]] (since 2011)
* [[Southampton]] (since 2007)
* [[York]] (since 2006)

Protests that took place during 2012 were:

* Sat 26 May: [[Portsmouth]] (Completed, about 100 took part - photos available)
* Fri 1 June: [[Manchester]]
* Sat 2 June: [[York]]
* Fri 8 June: [[Southampton]]
* Sat 9 June: [[Cardiff]], [[Exeter]], [[London]]
* Sun 10 June: [[Brighton & Hove]], [[Bristol]]
* Sat 16 June: [[Nottingham]]
* Sat 14 July: [[Glasgow]]

Protests that took place during 2011 were:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (Sunday 19 June 2011 - assemble from 11am for a 1.30pm departure, the Full Moon Pub, Stokes Croft)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Protests that took place during 2010 were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 

In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

The first WNBR in the UK was in London in 2004, when 56 protesters rode around Hyde Park.

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]]'''
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]'''
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 020 7207 3435. Other operators of pedal chariots can be hired for the afternoon by negotiation.

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (Sipson to Hyde Park Extension 2010 coordinator) 
jesse [at] wnbr.org.uk
0781 458 7361

'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

United Kingdom media information

2014-04-04T16:00:24Z

Frank: Updated for 2013 protests

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Previous Protests==

Protests during 2013 took place at:

[[Brighton & Hove]]: Since 2006)
[[Bristol]] (Since 2006)
[[Canterbury]] (Since 2013)
[[Cardiff]] (Caerdydd) (Since 2008)
[[Clacton]] (Since 2013)
[[London]] (Since 2004)
[[Manchester]] (since 2006)
[[Portsmouth]] (since 2011)
[[Southampton]] (since 2007)
[[York]] (since 2006)

Protests that took place during 2012 were:

* Sat 26 May: [[Portsmouth]] (Completed, about 100 took part - photos available)
* Fri 1 June: [[Manchester]]
* Sat 2 June: [[York]]
* Fri 8 June: [[Southampton]]
* Sat 9 June: [[Cardiff]], [[Exeter]], [[London]]
* Sun 10 June: [[Brighton & Hove]], [[Bristol]]
* Sat 16 June: [[Nottingham]]
* Sat 14 July: [[Glasgow]]

Protests that took place during 2011 were:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (Sunday 19 June 2011 - assemble from 11am for a 1.30pm departure, the Full Moon Pub, Stokes Croft)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Protests that took place during 2010 were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 

In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

The first WNBR in the UK was in London in 2004, when 56 protesters rode around Hyde Park.

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]]'''
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]'''
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 020 7207 3435. Other operators of pedal chariots can be hired for the afternoon by negotiation.

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (Sipson to Hyde Park Extension 2010 coordinator) 
jesse [at] wnbr.org.uk
0781 458 7361

'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

United Kingdom media information

2013-06-05T00:14:30Z

Frank: Updated for 2013

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

The following rides took place in 2012 (note that all 2012 UK rides are registered as part of [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk Team Green Britain Bike Week]:

London
Brighton

* Sat 26 May: [[Portsmouth]] (Completed, about 100 took part - photos available)
* Fri 1 June: [[Manchester]]
* Sat 2 June: [[York]]
* Fri 8 June: [[Southampton]]
* Sat 9 June: [[Cardiff]], [[Exeter]], [[London]]
* Sun 10 June: [[Brighton & Hove]], [[Bristol]]
* Sat 16 June: [[Nottingham]]
* Sat 14 July: [[Glasgow]]

Rides During 2011 were:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (Sunday 19 June 2011 - assemble from 11am for a 1.30pm departure, the Full Moon Pub, Stokes Croft)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]] (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC - new ride proposed)
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]''' (There is currently strong interest in a ride happening here)
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

In 2010, rides that took place were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 
In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 020 7207 3435. Other operators of pedal chariots can be hired for the afternoon by negotiation.

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (Sipson to Hyde Park Extension 2010 coordinator) 
jesse [at] wnbr.org.uk
0781 458 7361

'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

London ride

2013-06-05T00:11:39Z

Frank:

{{Template:Ride location sub-page breadcrumb (London)}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday 8 June 2013|Time=Depends on start point|Location=Various '''(NOT in Hyde Park)'''}}

==Start points==
There are 5 start points for this year's ride:

*[[London Marble Arch | Marble Arch]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=Marble+Arch+Toilets,+London,+Greater+London&hq=Marble+Arch+Toilets,+London,+Greater+London&t=m&z=15 centre of roundabout], nearest post code: W1H 7EL
*[[London Regents Park | Regents Park]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, Cumberland Green, nearest post code: NW1 4HA
*[[London Kings Cross | Kings Cross]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=n1c+4aa&ll=51.535965,-0.124905&spn=0.006941,0.018475&hnear=London+N1C+4AA,+United+Kingdom&t=m&z=16&iwloc=A Granary Square], N1C 4AA
*[[London Clapham Junction | Clapham Junction]], 14:45 assembly, 15:00 departure, Grant Road, SW11 2NU
*[[London West Norwood | West Norwood]], 12:00 assembly, 14:30 departure, Knights Hill, SE27 0JD

Here's a topological map (similar to a tube map) showing how they fit together:

[[File:London_topology.png]]

The 3 start points which are north of the river (Marble Arch, Regents Park, and Kings Cross) will all merge together near Piccadilly Circus/Haymarket. The 2 start points which are south of the river (Clapham Junction and West Norwood) will merge together at Vauxhall Bridge. Everyone will then merge together at Belvedere Road (near the London Eye) and cross Waterloo Bridge in a huge group like previous years, then do the rest of the route together.

Here's a geographical map, using the same colours for each leg of the route:

[[File:London_2013_routes.png]]

NB The exact departure times may change on the day, depending on how many people go to each start point. However, they won't be any earlier than the assembly times listed here.

==Things to Know==
'''Wear clothes before and after the ride'''

Do not undress until just before the protest moves off, as this will undermine our positive relationship with the authorities. There is no law against nudity in Britain, but please don't exercise your right to nudity in London before the ride, as it will impact on our ability to make arrangements with police. Feel free to undress in the UK at any other time of the year, as this will not have any impact on the WNBR.

Some more information about the [[London photography policy | photography policy]] can be found here: [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_people.2F_the_press_photograph_me.3F|UK FAQ]]

'''Assembly area'''

You can assemble at one of the start points before the actual start time; see above for exact times at different lcoations. You can stay dressed as long as you want, but don't get undressed more than five minutes before the advertised start time, or as otherwise directed. If you turn up too early, Stewards will ask you to leave and return at the proper time. See the section below to read why. Be prepared to form up ready for departure at about five minutes before departure. The protest will start at different times at different locations - see details above.


'''Route'''

Arranging the route for the WNBR requires negotiation with multiple authorities, working around other events, some of which are planned well in advance and others which occur on very short notice. The WNBR isn't the London Marathon and can't agree roads being closed months in advance. We try and ensure the route goes past many of the London landmarks where it will be seen by people on the streets. This helps to promote the goals of the protest ride whilst letting you see London whilst doing something a little bit different. We do try to announce the route beforehand, but sometimes it is difficult to do so without having to change it at the last minute. This is why the route isn't always available beforehand and may even change on the day at the discretion of the lead marshal.

After the five rides come together, the plan is to follow a route similar to 2011 (a circular 9 mile (14km) route of mostly flat cycling). The 2013 route should see you passing the London landmarks of Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, London Eye, Royal Courts of Justice, Ludgate, St Paul's Cathedral, Covent Garden, The Mall and Wellington Arch.

The proposed route is on BikeMap.net [http://www.bikemap.net/route/1430059 here], though it turns out we can't use the whole length of The Mall this year, so we will make a detour via Marlborough Road back via Piccadilly. The list of streets and collation points (for pauses to let back-markers catch up) can be seen [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/3/32/2012_London_Route.pdf here].

It's a really good idea to take your clothes with you on the ride. Make sure they are secured though. You don't want to be the person who lost their clothes on the ride or the one whose friends decided the ride was taking too long, they had better things to do and went home with your clothes.

Even though the route will be circular, there is no plan to provide secure storage while we are doing the ride.

'''Ride length'''

About 9 miles plus a variable start leg depending on where you begin. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride! In 2011 it took 2.5 hours and we still managed to lose people at traffic lights.

'''Finish'''

The finish is at Wellington Arch. When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be a venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be asked by Stewards to leave the roadway, dress and depart immediately.

'''Dispersal'''

Get dressed before you leave the finish area. If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After Ride Celebration'''

At this time there are no official after ride parties planned. Anyone arranging gatherings elsewhere or parties in the evening is not affiliated with the World Naked Bike Ride.

London ride

2013-06-05T00:07:07Z

Frank: Updated assembly time and area information to reflect multiple starts and commented out body painting arrangements as these can't be correct in 2013!

{{Template:Ride location sub-page breadcrumb (London)}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday 8 June 2013|Time=Depends on start point|Location=Various '''(NOT in Hyde Park)'''}}

==Start points==
There are 5 start points for this year's ride:

*[[London Marble Arch | Marble Arch]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=Marble+Arch+Toilets,+London,+Greater+London&hq=Marble+Arch+Toilets,+London,+Greater+London&t=m&z=15 centre of roundabout], nearest post code: W1H 7EL
*[[London Regents Park | Regents Park]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, Cumberland Green, nearest post code: NW1 4HA
*[[London Kings Cross | Kings Cross]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=n1c+4aa&ll=51.535965,-0.124905&spn=0.006941,0.018475&hnear=London+N1C+4AA,+United+Kingdom&t=m&z=16&iwloc=A Granary Square], N1C 4AA
*[[London Clapham Junction | Clapham Junction]], 14:45 assembly, 15:00 departure, Grant Road, SW11 2NU
*[[London West Norwood | West Norwood]], 12:00 assembly, 14:30 departure, Knights Hill, SE27 0JD

Here's a topological map (similar to a tube map) showing how they fit together:

[[File:London_topology.png]]

The 3 start points which are north of the river (Marble Arch, Regents Park, and Kings Cross) will all merge together near Piccadilly Circus/Haymarket. The 2 start points which are south of the river (Clapham Junction and West Norwood) will merge together at Vauxhall Bridge. Everyone will then merge together at Belvedere Road (near the London Eye) and cross Waterloo Bridge in a huge group like previous years, then do the rest of the route together.

Here's a geographical map, using the same colours for each leg of the route:

[[File:London_2013_routes.png]]

NB The exact departure times may change on the day, depending on how many people go to each start point. However, they won't be any earlier than the assembly times listed here.

==Things to Know==
'''Wear clothes before and after the ride'''

Do not undress until just before the protest moves off, as this will undermine our positive relationship with the authorities. There is no law against nudity in Britain, but please don't exercise your right to nudity in London before the ride, as it will impact on our ability to make arrangements with police. Feel free to undress in the UK at any other time of the year, as this will not have any impact on the WNBR.

Some more information about the [[London photography policy | photography policy]] can be found here: [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_people.2F_the_press_photograph_me.3F|UK FAQ]]

'''Assembly area'''

You can assemble at one of the start points quarter of an hour before the actual start time. You can stay dressed as long as you want, but don't get undressed more than five minutes before the advertised start time, or as otherwise directed. If you turn up too early, Stewards will ask you to leave and return at the proper time. See the section below to read why. Be prepared to form up ready for departure at about five minutes before departure. The protest will start at different times at different locations - see details above.


'''Route'''

Arranging the route for the WNBR requires negotiation with multiple authorities, working around other events, some of which are planned well in advance and others which occur on very short notice. The WNBR isn't the London Marathon and can't agree roads being closed months in advance. We try and ensure the route goes past many of the London landmarks where it will be seen by people on the streets. This helps to promote the goals of the protest ride whilst letting you see London whilst doing something a little bit different. We do try to announce the route beforehand, but sometimes it is difficult to do so without having to change it at the last minute. This is why the route isn't always available beforehand and may even change on the day at the discretion of the lead marshal.

After the five rides come together, the plan is to follow a route similar to 2011 (a circular 9 mile (14km) route of mostly flat cycling). The 2013 route should see you passing the London landmarks of Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, London Eye, Royal Courts of Justice, Ludgate, St Paul's Cathedral, Covent Garden, The Mall and Wellington Arch.

The proposed route is on BikeMap.net [http://www.bikemap.net/route/1430059 here], though it turns out we can't use the whole length of The Mall this year, so we will make a detour via Marlborough Road back via Piccadilly. The list of streets and collation points (for pauses to let back-markers catch up) can be seen [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/3/32/2012_London_Route.pdf here].

It's a really good idea to take your clothes with you on the ride. Make sure they are secured though. You don't want to be the person who lost their clothes on the ride or the one whose friends decided the ride was taking too long, they had better things to do and went home with your clothes.

Even though the route will be circular, there is no plan to provide secure storage while we are doing the ride.

'''Ride length'''

About 9 miles plus a variable start leg depending on where you begin. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride! In 2011 it took 2.5 hours and we still managed to lose people at traffic lights.

'''Finish'''

The finish is at Wellington Arch. When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be a venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be asked by Stewards to leave the roadway, dress and depart immediately.

'''Dispersal'''

Get dressed before you leave the finish area. If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After Ride Celebration'''

At this time there are no official after ride parties planned. Anyone arranging gatherings elsewhere or parties in the evening is not affiliated with the World Naked Bike Ride.

London

2011-05-11T09:45:43Z

Frank: /* Objectives and demands */

{{Template:Ride location breadcrumb|Country=UK}}

''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 11 June 2011] the eighth London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,000 participants on Saturday 12 June 2010!!! Previously we had 1,200 (2009), 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk Team Green Britain Bike Week 2010]! They've been brilliant, and we're proud to be part of Bike Week.
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:BikeWeek.png|left|Team Green Britain Bike Week, 18-26 June 2011|link=http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/wnbr_london]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 11 June 2011]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=Hyde Park. }}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2011 route will be announced here The current plan is to run it along the lines of the 2010 route but with a return to Hyde Park (a circular 10 mile route of mostly flat cycling). Note that the actual route has yet to be finalised, and anyway, may be altered on the day (at the discretion of Ride Marshals).  

'''Assembly area''' 
Assemble in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in the large meadow north of the Achilles Statue (to the East of the Broadwalk). Do not arrive before 3pm as Stewards will turn you away. This is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner.([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link]). People who wish to use the WNBR body paints, are welcome to do so. An informal body painting space will be available in Hyde Park from 1.30pm. This space will be very far from the assembly location, and nudity will not be permitted.

'''Body Painting area (informal/small) from 1.30pm till 3pm''' 
The following information is for 2010 ride and will be updated for 2011 Please check back. There is an informal arrangement for a bodypainting group this year. We will provide body paints, stencils and sponge brushes but no official body painters. Nudity will not be permitted (equivalent of bathing costume coverage must be worn). Large numbers won't be permitted. Riders who are finished will need to move on. Photography won't be allowed. 

To learn the location of the informal body painting area, please call or text Will at 07903 019696. This should keep the body-painting relatively private.

We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride.

'''Please wear clothes before and after the ride'''
Do not undress before 3pm in Hyde Park, as this will undermine our positive relationship with the Royal Parks. There is no law against nudity in Britain, but please don't exercise your right to nudity in London before the ride, as it will impact on our ability to make arrangements with police. Feel free to undress in the UK at any other time of the year, as this will not have any impact on the WNBR.

'''Finish''' 
In 2011 the plan is to finish the at the Wellington Arch - i.e. back to an almost circular route. The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be asked by Stewards to leave the roadway, dress and depart immediately. 

'''Ride length''' 
7 miles. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride!.

'''After Ride Celebration''' 
We will announce any recommended post-ride events here. 



==Ride support==

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are able to repeat last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through the London Bicycle Tour Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £12. See below for more details 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
Due to safety concerns, runners are no longer be permitted in the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (donations please, minimum £3.50) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome.  If presence of photographers makes people uncomfortable, we recommend riders consider adopting the following measures:
* The most effective measure is to avoid disrobing at the assembly. Simply wear something that can be easily removed when the ride pauses on route. The problem photography rarely occurs during the ride. 
* Verbally address the photographer by saying "Go away, I do not wish to be photographed". At the same time, hold up your hand to indicate the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". If this doesn't work, address the people near to you, asking them to stand between you and the photographer. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to any problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]]. Some riders have found this useful in dealing with problem photographers.

'''PA equipment''' 
Use of PA equipment or amplification within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone should be avoided, as it is not-legal. We recommend turning off any sound amplification for the sections of ride along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

'''Health & safety''' 
Footwear is required in order to allow riders to come to a safe emergency stop. We advise you to wear a helmet. You can paint it, decorate it, camouflage it ....but keep your head! 

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be a venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below.

In 2011 the main theme of the ride will be improving safety for cyclists. We are also supporting the LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=2136 Safer Lorries Campaign]

===Objectives===
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===

===Legality===

The WNBR London organising collective has been working closely with the Metropolitan police since 2005; they are fully aware of the nature of the protest and supportive of our right to make it. We have excellent relations with the police; most years they assist with traffic control and have their own riders accompanying us (although they keep their uniforms on).

Contrary to popular opinion, there is no law against nudity in England and you will not be arrested simply for being nude on this protest. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] for more information.


Notice: The terms of the 2010 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
NOTICE: There is an informal body painting area arrangement (see [[London#Ride_details|ride details]] at top of this page). We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride.

The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in previous years, the London Bicycle Tour Company will do a discounted bike rental for the day of just £12.

On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bike delivery will not be available for the discount price - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''.

Full details and instructions on how to pre-book your bike are on the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]



===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===

Bike Hire (for the day of the ride) - see [[London_Bike_Hire]].

[http://www.theatrebreaks.com/Discounts-for-WNBR-Participants-No-Theatre.aspx Hotels and Shows]
Theatre Breaks are offering a 10% discount hotels in London - places that have committed to accepting guests and their bicycles.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 5th June 2011, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 28 May 2010 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 



===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2011 meetings are as follows (19:00 start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 10 February 2011 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 24 March 2011
# Thursday 14 April 2011
# Thursday 12 May 2011
# Thursday 26 May 2011 or 09 June 2011



We used to meet in the Great Court of the ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx British Museum]. But this space is no longer available past 8pm (as of 2011), so we wil be moving the meeting space to the [http://www.southbankcentre.co.uk South Bank Centre's Royal Festival Hall]. The 24 March meeting will be held at the Green Bar in the Royal Festival Hall (4th level, on the "green side" - the side nearer the London Eye). For future meetings, check this page, and/or see the wnbr-London yahoo list. We try to remember to have WNBR things out so it is easier to spot the meeting. If you are in doubt, just ask "is this the bike ride meeting?"

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure. Stewards will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.



'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' (date/time TBA)  at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).
*Wear shoes and clothes for the duration of the ride
*Wear a high-visibility vest that you borrow and return to the lead steward.

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this if you attend the training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

If you have a PMR radio handset (walkie talkie), please bring it with you.

The up-to-date (2010) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact last year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=153964541323740 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias
*[http://www.bikewars.co.uk/ Bikewars],"[http://www.bikewars.co.uk ‘Image Galleries of the London and Brighton Ride 2009 & 2010]"

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire for events and privet bookings
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]
*[http://www.naktiv.net/books/active-nudists.html Active Nudists (includes WNBR coverage) Photo Book with Reviews]
*[http://www.vivrenu.com/search.php?query=londres&topic=31&category=0&author=gilles&days=0&type=stories VivreNu.com some french articles photos and videos about nudity and wnbr in london ]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2011-05-11T09:40:01Z

Frank: Updated for 2011 route (without giving route details - as yet TBC)

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 11 June 2011] the eighth London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,000 participants on Saturday 12 June 2010!!! Previously we had 1,200 (2009), 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk Team Green Britain Bike Week 2010]! They've been brilliant, and we're proud to be part of Bike Week.
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:BikeWeek.png|left|Team Green Britain Bike Week, 18-26 June 2011|link=http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/wnbr_london]]

{{UK donations link}}

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==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2011 route will be announced here The current plan is to run it along the lines of the 2010 route but with a return to Hyde Park (a circular 10 mile route of mostly flat cycling). Note that the actual route has yet to be finalised, and anyway, may be altered on the day (at the discretion of Ride Marshals).  

'''Assembly area''' 
Assemble in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in the large meadow north of the Achilles Statue (to the East of the Broadwalk). Do not arrive before 3pm as Stewards will turn you away. This is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner.([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link]). People who wish to use the WNBR body paints, are welcome to do so. An informal body painting space will be available in Hyde Park from 1.30pm. This space will be very far from the assembly location, and nudity will not be permitted.

'''Body Painting area (informal/small) from 1.30pm till 3pm''' 
The following information is for 2010 ride and will be updated for 2011 Please check back. There is an informal arrangement for a bodypainting group this year. We will provide body paints, stencils and sponge brushes but no official body painters. Nudity will not be permitted (equivalent of bathing costume coverage must be worn). Large numbers won't be permitted. Riders who are finished will need to move on. Photography won't be allowed. 

To learn the location of the informal body painting area, please call or text Will at 07903 019696. This should keep the body-painting relatively private.

We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride.

'''Please wear clothes before and after the ride'''
Do not undress before 3pm in Hyde Park, as this will undermine our positive relationship with the Royal Parks. There is no law against nudity in Britain, but please don't exercise your right to nudity in London before the ride, as it will impact on our ability to make arrangements with police. Feel free to undress in the UK at any other time of the year, as this will not have any impact on the WNBR.

'''Finish''' 
In 2011 the plan is to finish the at the Wellington Arch - i.e. back to an almost circular route. The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be asked by Stewards to leave the roadway, dress and depart immediately. 

'''Ride length''' 
7 miles. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride!.

'''After Ride Celebration''' 
We will announce any recommended post-ride events here. 



==Ride support==

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are able to repeat last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through the London Bicycle Tour Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £12. See below for more details 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
Due to safety concerns, runners are no longer be permitted in the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (donations please, minimum £3.50) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome.  If presence of photographers makes people uncomfortable, we recommend riders consider adopting the following measures:
* The most effective measure is to avoid disrobing at the assembly. Simply wear something that can be easily removed when the ride pauses on route. The problem photography rarely occurs during the ride. 
* Verbally address the photographer by saying "Go away, I do not wish to be photographed". At the same time, hold up your hand to indicate the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". If this doesn't work, address the people near to you, asking them to stand between you and the photographer. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to any problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]]. Some riders have found this useful in dealing with problem photographers.

'''PA equipment''' 
Use of PA equipment or amplification within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone should be avoided, as it is not-legal. We recommend turning off any sound amplification for the sections of ride along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

'''Health & safety''' 
Footwear is required in order to allow riders to come to a safe emergency stop. We advise you to wear a helmet. You can paint it, decorate it, camouflage it ....but keep your head! 

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be a venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===

===Legality===

The WNBR London organising collective has been working closely with the Metropolitan police since 2005; they are fully aware of the nature of the protest and supportive of our right to make it. We have excellent relations with the police; most years they assist with traffic control and have their own riders accompanying us (although they keep their uniforms on).

Contrary to popular opinion, there is no law against nudity in England and you will not be arrested simply for being nude on this protest. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] for more information.


Notice: The terms of the 2010 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
NOTICE: There is an informal body painting area arrangement (see [[London#Ride_details|ride details]] at top of this page). We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride.

The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in previous years, the London Bicycle Tour Company will do a discounted bike rental for the day of just £12.

On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bike delivery will not be available for the discount price - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''.

Full details and instructions on how to pre-book your bike are on the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]



===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===

Bike Hire (for the day of the ride) - see [[London_Bike_Hire]].

[http://www.theatrebreaks.com/Discounts-for-WNBR-Participants-No-Theatre.aspx Hotels and Shows]
Theatre Breaks are offering a 10% discount hotels in London - places that have committed to accepting guests and their bicycles.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 5th June 2011, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 28 May 2010 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 



===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2011 meetings are as follows (19:00 start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 10 February 2011 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 24 March 2011
# Thursday 14 April 2011
# Thursday 12 May 2011
# Thursday 26 May 2011 or 09 June 2011



We used to meet in the Great Court of the ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx British Museum]. But this space is no longer available past 8pm (as of 2011), so we wil be moving the meeting space to the [http://www.southbankcentre.co.uk South Bank Centre's Royal Festival Hall]. The 24 March meeting will be held at the Green Bar in the Royal Festival Hall (4th level, on the "green side" - the side nearer the London Eye). For future meetings, check this page, and/or see the wnbr-London yahoo list. We try to remember to have WNBR things out so it is easier to spot the meeting. If you are in doubt, just ask "is this the bike ride meeting?"

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure. Stewards will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.



'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' (date/time TBA)  at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).
*Wear shoes and clothes for the duration of the ride
*Wear a high-visibility vest that you borrow and return to the lead steward.

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this if you attend the training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

If you have a PMR radio handset (walkie talkie), please bring it with you.

The up-to-date (2010) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact last year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=153964541323740 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias
*[http://www.bikewars.co.uk/ Bikewars],"[http://www.bikewars.co.uk ‘Image Galleries of the London and Brighton Ride 2009 & 2010]"

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire for events and privet bookings
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]
*[http://www.naktiv.net/books/active-nudists.html Active Nudists (includes WNBR coverage) Photo Book with Reviews]
*[http://www.vivrenu.com/search.php?query=londres&topic=31&category=0&author=gilles&days=0&type=stories VivreNu.com some french articles photos and videos about nudity and wnbr in london ]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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United Kingdom media information

2011-05-11T09:27:08Z

Frank: /* Latest News */

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

The following rides have been confirmed as taking place in June 2011 (note that all 2011 UK rides are registered as part of [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk Team Green Britain Bike Week]:

Rides set for 2011 (and currently known about) are:

* '''[[Brighton & Hove]]''' (12 June 2011, assemble from 12pm for a 1.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Bristol]]''' (12 June 2011 - TBC)
* '''[[Cardiff]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 4pm departure Park Place rear of National Museum)
* '''[[Edinburgh]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, 3pm Middle Meadow Walk - TBC)
* '''[[Exeter]] (New Ride)''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 10am at Duckes Marsh for a 12 noon departure)
* '''[[London]]''' (Saturday 11 June 2011, assemble 3pm for a 3.30pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Manchester]]''' (Friday 3 June 2011, assemble from 6pm for a 7pm departure - TBC)
* '''[[Portsmouth]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011, assemble from 11.30am for a Noon departure)
* '''[[Sheffield]]''' (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC)
* '''[[Southampton]]''' (Friday 10 June 2011 assemble from 6pm for a 6.30pm departure)
* '''[[York]]''' (Saturday 4 June 2011, assemble from 4pm for a 5pm departure - just south of Millennium Bridge on the Fulford side)

Other UK towns with plans to hold a ride include:

*'''[[Bath]]'''
*'''[[Belfast]]'''
*'''[[Cambridge]]'''
*'''[[Canterbury]] (Saturday 18 June 2011, TBC - new ride proposed)
*'''[[Glasgow]]'''
*'''[[Leeds]]''' (There is currently strong interest in a ride happening here)
*'''[[Oxford]]'''
*'''[[Totnes]]'''

In 2010, rides that took place were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 
In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 0207 207 34 35

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (Sipson to Hyde Park Extension 2010 coordinator) 
jesse [at] wnbr.org.uk
0781 458 7361

'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

United Kingdom media information

2011-05-11T09:18:01Z

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[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

The following rides have been confirmed as taking place in June 2011 (note that all 2011 UK rides are registered as part of [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk Team Green Britain Bike Week]:

In 2010, rides that took place were:

*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Southampton]]'''
*Friday 11 June 2010 - '''[[Manchester]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Edinburgh]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[London]]'''
* Saturday 12 June 2010 - '''[[Cardiff]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Bristol]]'''
* Sunday 13 June 2010 - '''[[Brighton & Hove]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[Sheffield]]'''
* Saturday 19 June 2010 - '''[[York]]'''
 
In 2009, these were the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Transport for Media use==
If you a looking to cover (film or photograph) the ride itself. Cycle taxis/pedicabs can be booked from *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]:. Each chariot can take two passengers and any gear thay may have. That way it’s possible to be a part of the event and report on it as it happens. 0207 207 34 35

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (Sipson to Hyde Park Extension 2010 coordinator) 
jesse [at] wnbr.org.uk
0781 458 7361

'''Ronnie Basson''' (WNBR Cardiff Coordinator) 
sharon.basson [at] googlemail.com
Tel: 07880 854678

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

London

2010-05-25T20:40:56Z

Frank: /* Discounts */

{{Template:Ride location breadcrumb|Country=UK}}

''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:BikeWeek.png|left|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=Hyde Park. }}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route will not be circular this year. Instead the ride will finish in the vicinity of the Greater London Assembly (near Tower Bridge). There are extensive construction projects along Oxford Street and construction on Cross Rail near to Tottenham Court Road, so we elected to make a linear route for the ride. The ride finish will be accompanied by a symbolic submission of a letter to the Mayor's office. We expect to provide a map of the route shortly. The current route plan will pass near to: Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, The Law Courts, Ludgate, St Paul's Cathedral, Bank of England, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and City Hall (GLA Building). 

'''Assembly area''' 
Same place, same time (make plans for 3:00pm), assemble in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles Statue. This is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner.([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link]) 

'''Finish''' 
The ride will conclude in a location near to City Hall. The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be encouraged to dress and depart. 

'''Ride length''' 
9.5 miles. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride!.

'''After Ride Celebration''' 
We will post information about after ride events that may interest riders. 

==Extended ride option==

'''Sipson Ride Extension (full route of 25 miles)'''
An optional 15.5 mile extension to the main WNBR route will be available for experienced cyclists. This ride will depart at noon from the very western edge of London. It will travel 15.5 miles in order to join the core ride assembly at 3pm in Hyde Park.

'''Reason for the extended ride'''
The Sipson Ride Extension will allow riders to demonstrate their support for the campaigners who saved the village of Sipson (which was due to be demolished to allow a third Heathrow runway to be built). The riders will broadly follow the route of proposed "cycling superhighway" #9, as a gesture of support for implementing infrastructure for cyclists in London.

'''Requirements for riders in Sipson ride'''
In order to participate in the Sipson Ride Extension, you must have strong cycling skills, good equipment, and good fitness. Riders are required to pre-register if they wish to join the 25 mile route. It is important that you test your equipment beforehand, and check that you are ready for a ride of more than 20 miles. The route has few hills, but you'll be on your bike for hours. The Sipson Ride Extension will have minimal support 1-2 stewards. You will have to abandon the ride and find your own way if you experience equipment failure or don't have the stamina to keep up.

'''Pre-registration required for Extended ride'''
To preregister, contact sipsonTHIRDRUNWAY@wnbr.org.uk (please delete THIRDRUNWAY from the address before sending the e-mail). We are anticipating a group of 15-40 cyclists will travel the extended WNBR London route from Sipson to Tower Bridge. Please note: The rail stations nearest to Sipson are several miles away. Riders will need to allow ample time to reach the ride assembly location before noon.

==Ride support==

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are able to repeat last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through the London Bicycle Tour Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £12. See below for more details 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
Due to safety concerns, runners are no longer be permitted in the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (donations please, minimum £3.50) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage guarantee any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome.  If presence of photographers makes people uncomfortable, we recommend riders consider adopting the following measures:
* The most effective measure is to avoid disrobing at the assembly. Simply wear something that can be easily removed when the ride pauses on route. The problem photography rarely occurs during the ride. 
* Verbally address the photographer by saying "Go away, I do not wish to be photographed". At the same time, hold up your hand to indicate the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". If this doesn't work, address the people near to you, asking them to stand between you and the photographer. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to any problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]]. Some riders have found this useful in dealing with problem photographers.

'''PA equipment''' 
Use of PA equipment or amplification within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone should be avoided, as it is not-legal. We recommend turning off any sound amplification for the sections of ride along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

'''Health & safety''' 
Footwear is required in order to allow riders to come to a safe emergency stop. We advise you to wear a helmet. You can paint it, decorate it, camouflage it ....but keep your head! 

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
Watch this space and the Yahoo Group very, very closely. We have something special! Nothing in life except pain comes free, but this will be worth the expenditure. 

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===

===Legality===

The WNBR London organising collective has been working closely with the Metropolitan police since 2005; they are fully aware of the nature of the protest and supportive of our right to make it. We have excellent relations with the police; most years they assist with traffic control and have their own riders accompanying us (although they keep their uniforms on).

Contrary to popular opinion, there is no law against nudity in England and you will not be arrested simply for being nude on this protest. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] for more information.


Notice: The terms of the 2010 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in previous years, the London Bicycle Tour Company will do a discounted bike rental for the day of just £12.

On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bike delivery will not be available for the discount price - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''.

Full details and instructions on how to pre-book your bike are on the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]



===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===

Bike Hire (for the day of the ride) - see [[London_Bike_Hire]].

[http://www.theatrebreaks.com/Discounts-for-WNBR-Participants-No-Theatre.aspx Hotels and Shows]
Theatre Breaks are offering a 10% discount hotels in London - places that have committed to accepting guests and their bicycles.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 6th June 2010, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 28 May 2010 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 



===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 03 June 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure. Stewards will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.



'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''3pm to 5pm on Saturday 5 June 2010''' or '''3pm to 5pm on Sunday 6 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).
*Wear shoes and clothes for the duration of the ride
*Wear a high-visibility vest that you borrow and return to the lead steward.

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this if you attend the training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

If you have a PMR radio handset (walkie talkie), please bring it with you.

The up-to-date (2010) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2010-05-22T11:10:49Z

Frank: /* Legality */

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:BikeWeek.png|left|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=Hyde Park. }}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route will not be circular this year. Instead the ride will finish in the vicinity of the Greater London Assembly (near Tower Bridge). There are extensive construction projects along Oxford Street and construction on Cross Rail near to Tottenham Court Road, so we elected to make a linear route for the ride. The ride finish will be accompanied by a symbolic submission of a letter to the Mayor's office. We expect to provide a map of the route shortly. The current route plan will pass near to: Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, The Law Courts, Ludgate, St Paul's Cathedral, Bank of England, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and City Hall (GLA Building). 

'''Assembly area''' 
Same place, same time (make plans for 3:00pm), assemble in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles Statue. This is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner.([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link]) 

'''Finish''' 
The ride will conclude in a location near to City Hall. The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be encouraged to dress and depart. 

'''Ride length''' 
9.5 miles. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride!.

'''After Ride Celebration''' 
We will post information about after ride events that may interest riders. 

==Extended ride option==

'''Sipson Ride Extension (full route of 25 miles)'''
An optional 15.5 mile extension to the main WNBR route will be available for experienced cyclists. This ride will depart at noon from the very western edge of London. It will travel 15.5 miles in order to join the core ride assembly at 3pm in Hyde Park.

'''Reason for the extended ride'''
The Sipson Ride Extension will allow riders to demonstrate their support for the campaigners who saved the village of Sipson (which was due to be demolished to allow a third Heathrow runway to be built). The riders will broadly follow the route of proposed "cycling superhighway" #9, as a gesture of support for implementing infrastructure for cyclists in London.

'''Requirements for riders in Sipson ride'''
In order to participate in the Sipson Ride Extension, you must have strong cycling skills, good equipment, and good fitness. Riders are required to pre-register if they wish to join the 25 mile route. It is important that you test your equipment beforehand, and check that you are ready for a ride of more than 20 miles. The route has few hills, but you'll be on your bike for hours. The Sipson Ride Extension will have minimal support 1-2 stewards. You will have to abandon the ride and find your own way if you experience equipment failure or don't have the stamina to keep up.

'''Pre-registration required for Extended ride'''
To preregister, contact sipsonTHIRDRUNWAY@wnbr.org.uk (please delete THIRDRUNWAY from the address before sending the e-mail). We are anticipating a group of 15-40 cyclists will travel the extended WNBR London route from Sipson to Tower Bridge. Please note: The rail stations nearest to Sipson are several miles away. Riders will need to allow ample time to reach the ride assembly location before noon.

==Ride support==

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are able to repeat last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through the London Bicycle Tour Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £12. See below for more details 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
Due to safety concerns, runners are no longer be permitted in the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (donations please, minimum £3.50) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage guarantee any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome.  If presence of photographers makes people uncomfortable, we recommend riders consider adopting the following measures:
* The most effective measure is to avoid disrobing at the assembly. Simply wear something that can be easily removed when the ride pauses on route. The problem photography rarely occurs during the ride. 
* Verbally address the photographer by saying "Go away, I do not wish to be photographed". At the same time, hold up your hand to indicate the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". If this doesn't work, address the people near to you, asking them to stand between you and the photographer. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to any problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]]. Some riders have found this useful in dealing with problem photographers.

'''PA equipment''' 
Use of PA equipment or amplification within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone should be avoided, as it is not-legal. We recommend turning off any sound amplification for the sections of ride along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

'''Health & safety''' 
Footwear is required in order to allow riders to come to a safe emergency stop. We advise you to wear a helmet. You can paint it, decorate it, camouflage it ....but keep your head! 

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
Watch this space and the Yahoo Group very, very closely. We have something special! Nothing in life except pain comes free, but this will be worth the expenditure. 

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===

===Legality===

The WNBR London organising collective has been working closely with the Metropolitan police since 2005; they are fully aware of the nature of the protest and supportive of our right to make it. We have excellent relations with the police; most years they assist with traffic control and have their own riders accompanying us (although they keep their uniforms on).

Contrary to popular opinion, there is no law against nudity in England and you will not be arrested simply for being nude on this protest. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] for more information.


Notice: The terms of the 2010 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in previous years, the London Bicycle Tour Company will do a discounted bike rental for the day of just £12.

On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bike delivery will not be available for the discount price - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''.

Full details and instructions on how to pre-book your bike are on the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]



===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 6th June 2010, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 28 May 2010 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 



===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 03 June 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure. Stewards will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.



'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''3pm to 5pm on Saturday 5 June 2010''' or '''3pm to 5pm on Sunday 6 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).
*Wear shoes and clothes for the duration of the ride
*Wear a high-visibility vest that you borrow and return to the lead steward.

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this if you attend the training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

If you have a PMR radio handset (walkie talkie), please bring it with you.

The up-to-date (2010) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2010-05-22T10:25:37Z

Frank: /* Ride support */

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:BikeWeek.png|left|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=Hyde Park. }}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route will not be circular this year. Instead the ride will finish in the vicinity of the Greater London Assembly (near Tower Bridge). There are extensive construction projects along Oxford Street and construction on Cross Rail near to Tottenham Court Road, so we elected to make a linear route for the ride. The ride finish will be accompanied by a symbolic submission of a letter to the Mayor's office. We expect to provide a map of the route shortly. The current route plan will pass near to: Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, The Law Courts, Ludgate, St Paul's Cathedral, Bank of England, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and City Hall (GLA Building). 

'''Assembly area''' 
Same place, same time (make plans for 3:00pm), assemble in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles Statue. This is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner.([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link]) 

'''Finish''' 
The ride will conclude in a location near to City Hall. The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be encouraged to dress and depart. 

'''Ride length''' 
9.5 miles. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride!.

'''After Ride Celebration''' 
We will post information about after ride events that may interest riders. 

==Extended ride option==

'''Sipson Ride Extension (full route of 25 miles)'''
An optional 15.5 mile extension to the main WNBR route will be available for experienced cyclists. This ride will depart at noon from the very western edge of London. It will travel 15.5 miles in order to join the core ride assembly at 3pm in Hyde Park.

'''Reason for the extended ride'''
The Sipson Ride Extension will allow riders to demonstrate their support for the campaigners who saved the village of Sipson (which was due to be demolished to allow a third Heathrow runway to be built). The riders will broadly follow the route of proposed "cycling superhighway" #9, as a gesture of support for implementing infrastructure for cyclists in London.

'''Requirements for riders in Sipson ride'''
In order to participate in the Sipson Ride Extension, you must have strong cycling skills, good equipment, and good fitness. Riders are required to pre-register if they wish to join the 25 mile route. It is important that you test your equipment beforehand, and check that you are ready for a ride of more than 20 miles. The route has few hills, but you'll be on your bike for hours. The Sipson Ride Extension will have minimal support 1-2 stewards. You will have to abandon the ride and find your own way if you experience equipment failure or don't have the stamina to keep up.

'''Pre-registration required for Extended ride'''
To preregister, contact sipsonTHIRDRUNWAY@wnbr.org.uk (please delete THIRDRUNWAY from the address before sending the e-mail). We are anticipating a group of 15-40 cyclists will travel the extended WNBR London route from Sipson to Tower Bridge. Please note: The rail stations nearest to Sipson are several miles away. Riders will need to allow ample time to reach the ride assembly location before noon.

==Ride support==

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are able to repeat last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through the London Bicycle Tour Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £12. See below for more details 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
Due to safety concerns, runners are no longer be permitted in the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (donations please, minimum £3.50) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage guarantee any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome.  If presence of photographers makes people uncomfortable, we recommend riders consider adopting the following measures:
* The most effective measure is to avoid disrobing at the assembly. Simply wear something that can be easily removed when the ride pauses on route. The problem photography rarely occurs during the ride. 
* Verbally address the photographer by saying "Go away, I do not wish to be photographed". At the same time, hold up your hand to indicate the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". If this doesn't work, address the people near to you, asking them to stand between you and the photographer. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to any problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]]. Some riders have found this useful in dealing with problem photographers.

'''PA equipment''' 
Use of PA equipment or amplification within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone should be avoided, as it is not-legal. We recommend turning off any sound amplification for the sections of ride along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

'''Health & safety''' 
Footwear is required in order to allow riders to come to a safe emergency stop. We advise you to wear a helmet. You can paint it, decorate it, camouflage it ....but keep your head! 

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
Watch this space and the Yahoo Group very, very closely. We have something special! Nothing in life except pain comes free, but this will be worth the expenditure. 

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in previous years, the London Bicycle Tour Company will do a discounted bike rental for the day of just £12.

On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bike delivery will not be available for the discount price - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''.

Full details and instructions on how to pre-book your bike are on the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]



===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 6th June 2010, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 28 May 2010 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 



===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 03 June 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure. Stewards will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.



'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''3pm to 5pm on Saturday 5 June 2010''' or '''3pm to 5pm on Sunday 6 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).
*Wear shoes and clothes for the duration of the ride
*Wear a high-visibility vest that you borrow and return to the lead steward.

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this if you attend the training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

If you have a PMR radio handset (walkie talkie), please bring it with you.

The up-to-date (2010) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2010-05-22T10:22:30Z

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:BikeWeek.png|left|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=Hyde Park. }}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route will not be circular this year. Instead the ride will finish in the vicinity of the Greater London Assembly (near Tower Bridge). There are extensive construction projects along Oxford Street and construction on Cross Rail near to Tottenham Court Road, so we elected to make a linear route for the ride. The ride finish will be accompanied by a symbolic submission of a letter to the Mayor's office. We expect to provide a map of the route shortly. The current route plan will pass near to: Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, The Law Courts, Ludgate, St Paul's Cathedral, Bank of England, Tower of London, Tower Bridge and City Hall (GLA Building). 

'''Assembly area''' 
Same place, same time (make plans for 3:00pm), assemble in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles Statue. This is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner.([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link]) 

'''Finish''' 
The ride will conclude in a location near to City Hall. The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be encouraged to dress and depart. 

'''Ride length''' 
9.5 miles. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride!.

'''After Ride Celebration''' 
We will post information about after ride events that may interest riders. 

==Extended ride option==

'''Sipson Ride Extension (full route of 25 miles)'''
An optional 15.5 mile extension to the main WNBR route will be available for experienced cyclists. This ride will depart at noon from the very western edge of London. It will travel 15.5 miles in order to join the core ride assembly at 3pm in Hyde Park.

'''Reason for the extended ride'''
The Sipson Ride Extension will allow riders to demonstrate their support for the campaigners who saved the village of Sipson (which was due to be demolished to allow a third Heathrow runway to be built). The riders will broadly follow the route of proposed "cycling superhighway" #9, as a gesture of support for implementing infrastructure for cyclists in London.

'''Requirements for riders in Sipson ride'''
In order to participate in the Sipson Ride Extension, you must have strong cycling skills, good equipment, and good fitness. Riders are required to pre-register if they wish to join the 25 mile route. It is important that you test your equipment beforehand, and check that you are ready for a ride of more than 20 miles. The route has few hills, but you'll be on your bike for hours. The Sipson Ride Extension will have minimal support 1-2 stewards. You will have to abandon the ride and find your own way if you experience equipment failure or don't have the stamina to keep up.

'''Pre-registration required for Extended ride'''
To preregister, contact sipsonTHIRDRUNWAY@wnbr.org.uk (please delete THIRDRUNWAY from the address before sending the e-mail). We are anticipating a group of 15-40 cyclists will travel the extended WNBR London route from Sipson to Tower Bridge. Please note: The rail stations nearest to Sipson are several miles away. Riders will need to allow ample time to reach the ride assembly location before noon.

==Ride support==

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are able to repeat last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through the London Bicycle Tour Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £12. See below for more details 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
Due to safety concerns, runners are no longer be permitted in the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (donations please, minimum £3.50) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage guarantee any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome. An increasing number photographers behaved in a very intrusive and unwelcome manner toward riders (especially female) at the ride assembly 2009 ride. Because we cannot regulate the presence of photographers, we recommend riders consider adopting the following measures:
* The most effective measure is to avoid disrobing at the assembly. Simply wear something that can be easily removed when the ride pauses on route. The problem photography rarely occurs during the ride. 
* Verbally address the photographer by saying "Go away, I do not wish to be photographed". At the same time, hold up your hand to indicate the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". If this doesn't work, address the people near to you, asking them to stand between you and the photographer. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to the problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]]. Some riders have found this useful in dealing with problem photographers.

'''PA equipment''' 
Use of PA equipment or amplification within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone should be avoided, as it is not-legal. We recommend turning off any sound amplification for the sections of ride along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

'''Health & safety''' 
Footwear is required in order to allow riders to come to a safe emergency stop. We advise you to wear a helmet. You can paint it, decorate it, camouflage it ....but keep your head! 

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
Watch this space and the Yahoo Group very, very closely. We have something special! Nothing in life except pain comes free, but this will be worth the expenditure. 

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in previous years, the London Bicycle Tour Company will do a discounted bike rental for the day of just £12.

On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bike delivery will not be available for the discount price - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''.

Full details and instructions on how to pre-book your bike are on the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]



===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 6th June 2010, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 28 May 2010 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 



===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 03 June 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure. Stewards will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.



'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''3pm to 5pm on Saturday 5 June 2010''' or '''3pm to 5pm on Sunday 6 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).
*Wear shoes and clothes for the duration of the ride
*Wear a high-visibility vest that you borrow and return to the lead steward.

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this if you attend the training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

If you have a PMR radio handset (walkie talkie), please bring it with you.

The up-to-date (2010) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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United Kingdom media information

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[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

In 2009, these are the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafleting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of riders available for interview.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ben Lovejoy has some exceptional and unique photos of the London 2008 ride. The photos and contact details [http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/benlovejoy/temp/lnbr/ are available here].

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes] - a rickshaw hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (York, Sheffield, Edinburgh) 
thedishbench [at] yahoo.com 
07814 587361 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7814 587361

'''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer) 
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk 
07877 906 972

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

The London ride is part of [http://www.lsw2006.org/ London Sustainability Week].

London

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of [http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ Love London] and Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:Lovelondon.jpg|150px|left|Love London (www.lovelondon.org.uk]]
[[Image:BikeWeek.png|center|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

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==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised, but something different is planned for 2010. 

'''Assembly area''' 
To be confirmed.

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are hopeful of repeating last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through London Bicycle Touring Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £10. 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
RUNNERS will not be admitted to the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (price to be confirmed) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage offer any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome. An increasing number of photographers were very intrusive and unpleasant toward riders at the 2009 ride. We can recommend several solutions.
* We firstly suggest you simply wear something easily removed until the start and then disrobe for the ride proper. 
* You can also prevent photographers by holding your palm toward the camera lens in the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". More often than not the snappers turn away. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to the problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]] that you can put up if a rider doesn't respond to verbal requests to stop taking intrusive photos.

'''Finish''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. We assure you that the finish will be in an accessible part of Central London. Last year's ride finished at Wellington Arch, some 500 yards from the start. 

'''Ride length''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised.

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
We are looking for volunteers who are able to arrange after-ride party. Please contact us in the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===
The 2009 ride featured approximately 10km (6 miles) of central London with mostly left turns and a mix of high traffic and low traffic riding. There were a park start, no major hills and a finish area. The route started at Hyde Park Corner, then took in Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Bridge, Aquarium/London Eye, IMAX cinema roundabout, Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Royal Courts of Justice, Fleet Street, Chancery Lane, High Holborn, St Giles, Centre Point/Tottenham Court Road Tube, Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, Maddox Street, US Embassy, Park Lane, and finished at Hyde Park Corner around the Wellington Arch.

The assembly area was within Hyde Park, just north of the statue of Achilles (London's oldest public nude statue!).

[[Image:London-route-2009.gif|thumb|right|150px|2009 London route]]
The 2009 route was similar to the 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 routes, but with the addition of Chancery Lane instead of Covent Garden.

Please see our detailed official map [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Image:London-route-2009.pdf here] (455KB PDF).

You can probably still find a nifty alternative map of the 2008 route [http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=436045 here] that includes an elevation profile!

If you're wondering why the route never includes Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Birdcage Walk or Horseguards Parade, the Metropolitan Police requests that we not to use these routes because the Trooping of the Colour has caused there to be various traffic restrictions on these streets on the day of every ride.

No doubt in 2010 we are not to use public address equipment within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone. Use of PA equipment or amplification within the zone is liable to impair our good relationship with the police, and might expose you to legal problems. The route falls within the zone as we pass along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in 2006, 2007, and 2008 London Bicycle Touring Company will do a discounted bike rental of £10 for the afternoon of the 2009 ride. On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bikes delivery will not be available - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''. For full details/instructions on how to pre-book your bike, visit the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]

The shop has provided downloadable directions for a relatively traffic-free journey of 15 minutes to the ride assembly point (see the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page for these directions).

===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 6th June 2010, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 29 May 2009 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 

[http://www.climaterush.co.uk Climate Rush]
Monday 1 June 2009 assemble at 5pm at 10 St James Square, SW1Y 4LE (move off at 6pm)
A start-of-summer ride on the first night of the pre-Copenhagen climate talks in Bonn. Bike ride begins outside the corportate conference: "Coal: an answer to energy security?" 10 St James Square (assemble 5pm, move off at 6pm).

===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 27 May 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure.

Stewards are '''NOT meant to police the ride''' - that is the job of the police - we just need people willing and able to look out for others and to lend a helping hand when required. '''Assembly Area Volunteers''' (see below) will be working alongside the Stewards by intervening when problem photography is spotted at the ride assembly. Stewards and Assembly Area Volunteers will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.

'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''10am -12 noon on Saturday 5 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A sign identifying you as a WNBR steward.
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this at the 5 June training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

As a steward, you are welcome to go "as bare as you dare" although you may want to consider not riding entirely nude as this may affect your willingness/ability to assist others. If you do ride nude, we ask that you get the word "STEWARD" prominently painted onto your body. You '''must''' wear shoes.

The up-to-date (2009) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2010-04-26T22:33:36Z

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of [http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ Love London] and Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:Lovelondon.jpg|150px|left|Love London (www.lovelondon.org.uk]]
[[Image:BikeWeek.png|center|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=TBC. Meeting place is likely to be in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles statue (this is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner)([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link])}}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised, but something different is planned for 2010. 

'''Assembly area''' 
To be confirmed.

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are hopeful of repeating last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through London Bicycle Touring Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £10. 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
RUNNERS will not be admitted to the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (price to be confirmed) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage offer any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome. An increasing number of photographers were very intrusive and unpleasant toward riders at the 2009 ride. We can recommend several solutions.
* We firstly suggest you simply wear something easily removed until the start and then disrobe for the ride proper. 
* You can also prevent photographers by holding your palm toward the camera lens in the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". More often than not the snappers turn away. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to the problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]] that you can put up if a rider doesn't respond to verbal requests to stop taking intrusive photos.

'''Finish''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. We assure you that the finish will be in an accessible part of Central London. Last year's ride finished at Wellington Arch, some 500 yards from the start. 

'''Ride length''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised.

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
We are looking for volunteers who are able to arrange after-ride party. Please contact us in the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===
The 2009 ride featured approximately 10km (6 miles) of central London with mostly left turns and a mix of high traffic and low traffic riding. There were a park start, no major hills and a finish area. The route started at Hyde Park Corner, then took in Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Bridge, Aquarium/London Eye, IMAX cinema roundabout, Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Royal Courts of Justice, Fleet Street, Chancery Lane, High Holborn, St Giles, Centre Point/Tottenham Court Road Tube, Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, Maddox Street, US Embassy, Park Lane, and finished at Hyde Park Corner around the Wellington Arch.

The assembly area was within Hyde Park, just north of the statue of Achilles (London's oldest public nude statue!).

[[Image:London-route-2009.gif|thumb|right|150px|2009 London route]]
The 2009 route was similar to the 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 routes, but with the addition of Chancery Lane instead of Covent Garden.

Please see our detailed official map [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Image:London-route-2009.pdf here] (455KB PDF).

You can probably still find a nifty alternative map of the 2008 route [http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=436045 here] that includes an elevation profile!

If you're wondering why the route never includes Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Birdcage Walk or Horseguards Parade, the Metropolitan Police requests that we not to use these routes because the Trooping of the Colour has caused there to be various traffic restrictions on these streets on the day of every ride.

No doubt in 2010 we are not to use public address equipment within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone. Use of PA equipment or amplification within the zone is liable to impair our good relationship with the police, and might expose you to legal problems. The route falls within the zone as we pass along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in 2006, 2007, and 2008 London Bicycle Touring Company will do a discounted bike rental of £10 for the afternoon of the 2009 ride. On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bikes delivery will not be available - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''. For full details/instructions on how to pre-book your bike, visit the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]

The shop has provided downloadable directions for a relatively traffic-free journey of 15 minutes to the ride assembly point (see the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page for these directions).

===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 6th June 2010, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 29 May 2009 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 

[http://www.climaterush.co.uk Climate Rush]
Monday 1 June 2009 assemble at 5pm at 10 St James Square, SW1Y 4LE (move off at 6pm)
A start-of-summer ride on the first night of the pre-Copenhagen climate talks in Bonn. Bike ride begins outside the corportate conference: "Coal: an answer to energy security?" 10 St James Square (assemble 5pm, move off at 6pm).

===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 27 May 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure.

Stewards are '''NOT meant to police the ride''' - that is the job of the police - we just need people willing and able to look out for others and to lend a helping hand when required. '''Assembly Area Volunteers''' (see below) will be working alongside the Stewards by intervening when problem photography is spotted at the ride assembly. Stewards and Assembly Area Volunteers will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.

'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''10am -12 noon on Saturday 5 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A sign identifying you as a WNBR steward.
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this at the 5 June training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

As a steward, you are welcome to go "as bare as you dare" although you may want to consider not riding entirely nude as this may affect your willingness/ability to assist others. If you do ride nude, we ask that you get the word "STEWARD" prominently painted onto your body. You '''must''' wear shoes.

The up-to-date (2009) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2010-04-26T22:32:46Z

Frank:

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of [http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ Love London] and Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:Lovelondon.jpg|150px|left|Love London (www.lovelondon.org.uk]]
[[Image:BikeWeek.png|center|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=TBC. Meeting place is likely to be in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles statue (this is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner)([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link])}}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised, but something different is planned for 2010. <-- Until further notice, please assume [[London#Route|last year's route]], which is still fairly possible. -->

'''Assembly area''' 
To be confirmed.

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are hopeful of repeating last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through London Bicycle Touring Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £10. 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
RUNNERS will not be admitted to the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (price to be confirmed) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage offer any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome. An increasing number of photographers were very intrusive and unpleasant toward riders at the 2009 ride. We can recommend several solutions.
* We firstly suggest you simply wear something easily removed until the start and then disrobe for the ride proper. 
* You can also prevent photographers by holding your palm toward the camera lens in the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". More often than not the snappers turn away. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to the problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]] that you can put up if a rider doesn't respond to verbal requests to stop taking intrusive photos.

'''Finish''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. We assure you that the finish will be in an accessible part of Central London. Last year's ride finished at Wellington Arch, some 500 yards from the start. 

'''Ride length''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised.

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
We are looking for volunteers who are able to arrange after-ride party. Please contact us in the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===
The 2009 ride featured approximately 10km (6 miles) of central London with mostly left turns and a mix of high traffic and low traffic riding. There were a park start, no major hills and a finish area. The route started at Hyde Park Corner, then took in Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Bridge, Aquarium/London Eye, IMAX cinema roundabout, Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Royal Courts of Justice, Fleet Street, Chancery Lane, High Holborn, St Giles, Centre Point/Tottenham Court Road Tube, Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, Maddox Street, US Embassy, Park Lane, and finished at Hyde Park Corner around the Wellington Arch.

The assembly area was within Hyde Park, just north of the statue of Achilles (London's oldest public nude statue!).

[[Image:London-route-2009.gif|thumb|right|150px|2009 London route]]
The 2009 route was similar to the 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 routes, but with the addition of Chancery Lane instead of Covent Garden.

Please see our detailed official map [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Image:London-route-2009.pdf here] (455KB PDF).

You can probably still find a nifty alternative map of the 2008 route [http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=436045 here] that includes an elevation profile!

If you're wondering why the route never includes Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Birdcage Walk or Horseguards Parade, the Metropolitan Police requests that we not to use these routes because the Trooping of the Colour has caused there to be various traffic restrictions on these streets on the day of every ride.

No doubt in 2010 we are not to use public address equipment within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone. Use of PA equipment or amplification within the zone is liable to impair our good relationship with the police, and might expose you to legal problems. The route falls within the zone as we pass along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in 2006, 2007, and 2008 London Bicycle Touring Company will do a discounted bike rental of £10 for the afternoon of the 2009 ride. On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bikes delivery will not be available - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''. For full details/instructions on how to pre-book your bike, visit the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]

The shop has provided downloadable directions for a relatively traffic-free journey of 15 minutes to the ride assembly point (see the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page for these directions).

===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 6th June 2010, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 29 May 2009 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 

[http://www.climaterush.co.uk Climate Rush]
Monday 1 June 2009 assemble at 5pm at 10 St James Square, SW1Y 4LE (move off at 6pm)
A start-of-summer ride on the first night of the pre-Copenhagen climate talks in Bonn. Bike ride begins outside the corportate conference: "Coal: an answer to energy security?" 10 St James Square (assemble 5pm, move off at 6pm).

===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 27 May 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure.

Stewards are '''NOT meant to police the ride''' - that is the job of the police - we just need people willing and able to look out for others and to lend a helping hand when required. '''Assembly Area Volunteers''' (see below) will be working alongside the Stewards by intervening when problem photography is spotted at the ride assembly. Stewards and Assembly Area Volunteers will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.

'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''10am -12 noon on Saturday 5 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A sign identifying you as a WNBR steward.
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this at the 5 June training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

As a steward, you are welcome to go "as bare as you dare" although you may want to consider not riding entirely nude as this may affect your willingness/ability to assist others. If you do ride nude, we ask that you get the word "STEWARD" prominently painted onto your body. You '''must''' wear shoes.

The up-to-date (2009) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2010-04-26T22:27:43Z

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of [http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ Love London] and Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:Lovelondon.jpg|150px|left|Love London (www.lovelondon.org.uk]]
[[Image:BikeWeek.png|center|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=TBC. Meeting place is likely to be in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles statue (this is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner)([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link])}}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. Until further notice, please assume [[London#Route|last year's route]], which is still fairly possible.

'''Assembly area''' 
To be confirmed.

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are hopeful of repeating last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through London Bicycle Touring Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £10. 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
RUNNERS will not be admitted to the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (price to be confirmed) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage offer any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome. An increasing number of photographers were very intrusive and unpleasant toward riders at the 2009 ride. We can recommend several solutions.
* We firstly suggest you simply wear something easily removed until the start and then disrobe for the ride proper. 
* You can also prevent photographers by holding your palm toward the camera lens in the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". More often than not the snappers turn away. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to the problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]] that you can put up if a rider doesn't respond to verbal requests to stop taking intrusive photos.

'''Finish''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. We assure you that the finish will be in an accessible part of Central London. Last year's ride finished at Wellington Arch, some 500 yards from the start. 

'''Ride length''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised.

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
We are looking for volunteers who are able to arrange after-ride party. Please contact us in the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===
The 2009 ride featured approximately 10km (6 miles) of central London with mostly left turns and a mix of high traffic and low traffic riding. There were a park start, no major hills and a finish area. The route started at Hyde Park Corner, then took in Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Bridge, Aquarium/London Eye, IMAX cinema roundabout, Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Royal Courts of Justice, Fleet Street, Chancery Lane, High Holborn, St Giles, Centre Point/Tottenham Court Road Tube, Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, Maddox Street, US Embassy, Park Lane, and finished at Hyde Park Corner around the Wellington Arch.

The assembly area was within Hyde Park, just north of the statue of Achilles (London's oldest public nude statue!).

[[Image:London-route-2009.gif|thumb|right|150px|2009 London route]]
The 2009 route was similar to the 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 routes, but with the addition of Chancery Lane instead of Covent Garden.

Please see our detailed official map [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Image:London-route-2009.pdf here] (455KB PDF).

You can probably still find a nifty alternative map of the 2008 route [http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=436045 here] that includes an elevation profile!

If you're wondering why the route never includes Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Birdcage Walk or Horseguards Parade, the Metropolitan Police requests that we not to use these routes because the Trooping of the Colour has caused there to be various traffic restrictions on these streets on the day of every ride.

No doubt in 2010 we are not to use public address equipment within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone. Use of PA equipment or amplification within the zone is liable to impair our good relationship with the police, and might expose you to legal problems. The route falls within the zone as we pass along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in 2006, 2007, and 2008 London Bicycle Touring Company will do a discounted bike rental of £10 for the afternoon of the 2009 ride. On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bikes delivery will not be available - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''. For full details/instructions on how to pre-book your bike, visit the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]

The shop has provided downloadable directions for a relatively traffic-free journey of 15 minutes to the ride assembly point (see the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page for these directions).

===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.

[http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 6th June 2010, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 29 May 2009 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 

[http://www.climaterush.co.uk Climate Rush]
Monday 1 June 2009 assemble at 5pm at 10 St James Square, SW1Y 4LE (move off at 6pm)
A start-of-summer ride on the first night of the pre-Copenhagen climate talks in Bonn. Bike ride begins outside the corportate conference: "Coal: an answer to energy security?" 10 St James Square (assemble 5pm, move off at 6pm).

===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 27 May 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure.

Stewards are '''NOT meant to police the ride''' - that is the job of the police - we just need people willing and able to look out for others and to lend a helping hand when required. '''Assembly Area Volunteers''' (see below) will be working alongside the Stewards by intervening when problem photography is spotted at the ride assembly. Stewards and Assembly Area Volunteers will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.

'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''10am -12 noon on Saturday 5 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A sign identifying you as a WNBR steward.
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this at the 5 June training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

As a steward, you are welcome to go "as bare as you dare" although you may want to consider not riding entirely nude as this may affect your willingness/ability to assist others. If you do ride nude, we ask that you get the word "STEWARD" prominently painted onto your body. You '''must''' wear shoes.

The up-to-date (2009) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2010-04-26T22:24:15Z

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of [http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ Love London] and Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:Lovelondon.jpg|150px|left|Love London (www.lovelondon.org.uk]]
[[Image:BikeWeek.png|center|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=TBC. Meeting place is likely to be in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles statue (this is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner)([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link])}}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. Until further notice, please assume [[London#Route|last year's route]], which is still fairly possible.

'''Assembly area''' 
To be confirmed.

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are hopeful of repeating last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through London Bicycle Touring Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £10. 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
RUNNERS will not be admitted to the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (price to be confirmed) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage offer any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome. An increasing number of photographers were very intrusive and unpleasant toward riders at the 2009 ride. We can recommend several solutions.
* We firstly suggest you simply wear something easily removed until the start and then disrobe for the ride proper. 
* You can also prevent photographers by holding your palm toward the camera lens in the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". More often than not the snappers turn away. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to the problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]] that you can put up if a rider doesn't respond to verbal requests to stop taking intrusive photos.

'''Finish''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. We assure you that the finish will be in an accessible part of Central London. Last year's ride finished at Wellington Arch, some 500 yards from the start. 

'''Ride length''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised.

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
We are looking for volunteers who are able to arrange after-ride party. Please contact us in the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===
The 2009 ride featured approximately 10km (6 miles) of central London with mostly left turns and a mix of high traffic and low traffic riding. There were a park start, no major hills and a finish area. The route started at Hyde Park Corner, then took in Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Bridge, Aquarium/London Eye, IMAX cinema roundabout, Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Royal Courts of Justice, Fleet Street, Chancery Lane, High Holborn, St Giles, Centre Point/Tottenham Court Road Tube, Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, Maddox Street, US Embassy, Park Lane, and finished at Hyde Park Corner around the Wellington Arch.

The assembly area was within Hyde Park, just north of the statue of Achilles (London's oldest public nude statue!).

[[Image:London-route-2009.gif|thumb|right|150px|2009 London route]]
The 2009 route was similar to the 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 routes, but with the addition of Chancery Lane instead of Covent Garden.

Please see our detailed official map [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Image:London-route-2009.pdf here] (455KB PDF).

You can probably still find a nifty alternative map of the 2008 route [http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=436045 here] that includes an elevation profile!

If you're wondering why the route never includes Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Birdcage Walk or Horseguards Parade, the Metropolitan Police requests that we not to use these routes because the Trooping of the Colour has caused there to be various traffic restrictions on these streets on the day of every ride.

No doubt in 2010 we are not to use public address equipment within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone. Use of PA equipment or amplification within the zone is liable to impair our good relationship with the police, and might expose you to legal problems. The route falls within the zone as we pass along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in 2006, 2007, and 2008 London Bicycle Touring Company will do a discounted bike rental of £10 for the afternoon of the 2009 ride. On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bikes delivery will not be available - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''. For full details/instructions on how to pre-book your bike, visit the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]

The shop has provided downloadable directions for a relatively traffic-free journey of 15 minutes to the ride assembly point (see the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page for these directions).

===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafletting at these events.

(This is where we list upcoming events that will have stalls)



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 29 May 2009 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 

[http://www.climaterush.co.uk Climate Rush]
Monday 1 June 2009 assemble at 5pm at 10 St James Square, SW1Y 4LE (move off at 6pm)
A start-of-summer ride on the first night of the pre-Copenhagen climate talks in Bonn. Bike ride begins outside the corportate conference: "Coal: an answer to energy security?" 10 St James Square (assemble 5pm, move off at 6pm).

===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 13 May 2010
# Thursday 27 May 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure.

Stewards are '''NOT meant to police the ride''' - that is the job of the police - we just need people willing and able to look out for others and to lend a helping hand when required. '''Assembly Area Volunteers''' (see below) will be working alongside the Stewards by intervening when problem photography is spotted at the ride assembly. Stewards and Assembly Area Volunteers will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.

'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''10am -12 noon on Saturday 5 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A sign identifying you as a WNBR steward.
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this at the 5 June training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

As a steward, you are welcome to go "as bare as you dare" although you may want to consider not riding entirely nude as this may affect your willingness/ability to assist others. If you do ride nude, we ask that you get the word "STEWARD" prominently painted onto your body. You '''must''' wear shoes.

The up-to-date (2009) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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London

2010-04-26T22:23:09Z

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of [http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ Love London] and Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:Lovelondon.jpg|150px|left|Love London (www.lovelondon.org.uk]]
[[Image:BikeWeek.png|center|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=TBC. Meeting place is likely to be in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles statue (this is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner)([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link])}}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. Until further notice, please assume [[London#Route|last year's route]], which is still fairly possible.

'''Assembly area''' 
To be confirmed.

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are hopeful of repeating last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through London Bicycle Touring Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £10. 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
RUNNERS will not be admitted to the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (price to be confirmed) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage offer any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome. An increasing number of photographers were very intrusive and unpleasant toward riders at the 2009 ride. We can recommend several solutions.
* We firstly suggest you simply wear something easily removed until the start and then disrobe for the ride proper. 
* You can also prevent photographers by holding your palm toward the camera lens in the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". More often than not the snappers turn away. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to the problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]] that you can put up if a rider doesn't respond to verbal requests to stop taking intrusive photos.

'''Finish''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. We assure you that the finish will be in an accessible part of Central London. Last year's ride finished at Wellington Arch, some 500 yards from the start. 

'''Ride length''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised.

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
We are looking for volunteers who are able to arrange after-ride party. Please contact us in the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===
The 2009 ride featured approximately 10km (6 miles) of central London with mostly left turns and a mix of high traffic and low traffic riding. There were a park start, no major hills and a finish area. The route started at Hyde Park Corner, then took in Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Bridge, Aquarium/London Eye, IMAX cinema roundabout, Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Royal Courts of Justice, Fleet Street, Chancery Lane, High Holborn, St Giles, Centre Point/Tottenham Court Road Tube, Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, Maddox Street, US Embassy, Park Lane, and finished at Hyde Park Corner around the Wellington Arch.

The assembly area was within Hyde Park, just north of the statue of Achilles (London's oldest public nude statue!).

[[Image:London-route-2009.gif|thumb|right|150px|2009 London route]]
The 2009 route was similar to the 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 routes, but with the addition of Chancery Lane instead of Covent Garden.

Please see our detailed official map [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Image:London-route-2009.pdf here] (455KB PDF).

You can probably still find a nifty alternative map of the 2008 route [http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=436045 here] that includes an elevation profile!

If you're wondering why the route never includes Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Birdcage Walk or Horseguards Parade, the Metropolitan Police requests that we not to use these routes because the Trooping of the Colour has caused there to be various traffic restrictions on these streets on the day of every ride.

No doubt in 2010 we are not to use public address equipment within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone. Use of PA equipment or amplification within the zone is liable to impair our good relationship with the police, and might expose you to legal problems. The route falls within the zone as we pass along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in 2006, 2007, and 2008 London Bicycle Touring Company will do a discounted bike rental of £10 for the afternoon of the 2009 ride. On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bikes delivery will not be available - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''. For full details/instructions on how to pre-book your bike, visit the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]

The shop has provided downloadable directions for a relatively traffic-free journey of 15 minutes to the ride assembly point (see the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page for these directions).

===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafletting at these events.

(This is where we list upcoming events that will have stalls)



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 29 May 2009 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 

[http://www.climaterush.co.uk Climate Rush]
Monday 1 June 2009 assemble at 5pm at 10 St James Square, SW1Y 4LE (move off at 6pm)
A start-of-summer ride on the first night of the pre-Copenhagen climate talks in Bonn. Bike ride begins outside the corportate conference: "Coal: an answer to energy security?" 10 St James Square (assemble 5pm, move off at 6pm).

===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010
# Thursday 6 May 2010
# Thursday 27 May 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the [[United Kingdom media information#PressContacts|Press Office]].

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure.

Stewards are '''NOT meant to police the ride''' - that is the job of the police - we just need people willing and able to look out for others and to lend a helping hand when required. '''Assembly Area Volunteers''' (see below) will be working alongside the Stewards by intervening when problem photography is spotted at the ride assembly. Stewards and Assembly Area Volunteers will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.

'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''10am -12 noon on Saturday 5 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A sign identifying you as a WNBR steward.
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this at the 5 June training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

As a steward, you are welcome to go "as bare as you dare" although you may want to consider not riding entirely nude as this may affect your willingness/ability to assist others. If you do ride nude, we ask that you get the word "STEWARD" prominently painted onto your body. You '''must''' wear shoes.

The up-to-date (2009) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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United Kingdom media information

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[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

In 2009, these are the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafletting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of interviewable riders.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ben Lovejoy has some exceptional and unique photos of the London 2008 ride. The photos and contact details [http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/benlovejoy/temp/lnbr/ are available here].

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes] - a rickshaw hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
<div id="PressContacts">For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:</div>

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (York, Sheffield, Edinburgh) 
thedishbench [at] yahoo.com 
07814 587361 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7814 587361

'''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer) 
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk 
07877 906 972

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

The London ride is part of [http://www.lsw2006.org/ London Sustainability Week].

United Kingdom media information

2010-04-26T22:11:49Z

Frank: /* Contact Us */

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

In 2009, these are the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafletting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of interviewable riders.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ben Lovejoy has some exceptional and unique photos of the London 2008 ride. The photos and contact details [http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/benlovejoy/temp/lnbr/ are available here].

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes] - a rickshaw hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (York, Sheffield, Edinburgh) 
thedishbench [at] yahoo.com 
07814 587361 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7814 587361

'''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer) 
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk 
07877 906 972

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

The London ride is part of [http://www.lsw2006.org/ London Sustainability Week].

United Kingdom media information

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[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

In 2009, these are the UK rides.

*Friday 12 June from 17:00 - [[York]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Manchester]] (100 riders took part) 
*Friday 12 June from 18:00 - [[Southampton]] (150 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[London]] (1,200 riders took part - largest ever daytime ride) 
*Saturday 13 June from 15:00 - [[Cardiff]] (62 riders took part) 
*Saturday 13 June from 10:00 - [[Sheffield]] (18 riders took part)
*Sunday 14 June from 12:00 - [[Brighton]] (700 riders took part) 

The following rides took place on 13 June 2009 as spontaneous, self-organised rides (no formal planning or leafletting):

*[[Edinburgh]] (2 riders)
*[[Oxford]] (2 riders)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of interviewable riders.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992275/Thousands-to-Cycle-Naked-Against-the-Environmental-Credit-Crunch-.php Thousands to Cycle Naked Against the Environmental Credit Crunch] (20 May 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ben Lovejoy has some exceptional and unique photos of the London 2008 ride. The photos and contact details [http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/benlovejoy/temp/lnbr/ are available here].

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes] - a rickshaw hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:
<a name="label">PressContacts</a>
'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (York, Sheffield, Edinburgh) 
thedishbench [at] yahoo.com 
07814 587361 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7814 587361

'''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer) 
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk 
07877 906 972

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

The London ride is part of [http://www.lsw2006.org/ London Sustainability Week].

London

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''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''

[[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|350px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by mini_mouse@riseup.net]]

'''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010] the seventh London World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike or skates. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''

*London is the largest daytime WNBR event in the world. We had 1,200 participants on Saturday 13 June 2009!!! Previously we had 1,000 (2007 & 2008), 800 (2006), 250 (2005) and 58 (2004).
*A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikefix.co.uk Bike Fix] who provided space to store our leaflets for the London and Brighton rides!
*People are also encouraged to join rides in [[List of rides#UK|other UK cities]] – including nearby [[Brighton]] and [[Southampton]] – which are typically scheduled to take place on different days from London, around the same weekend
*The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
*For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
*To receive updates on WNBR London, please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/join join] our [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo Group]
*Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]

The London WNBR is part of [http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ Love London] and Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week].

[[Image:Lovelondon.jpg|150px|left|Love London (www.lovelondon.org.uk]]
[[Image:BikeWeek.png|center|Bike Week ()]]

{{UK donations link}}

{{Ride location next ride|Date=[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 12 June 2010]|Time=3pm assembly, for 3.30pm departure|Location=TBC. Meeting place is likely to be in the south-east corner of Hyde Park, in a meadow north of the Achilles statue (this is near to Wellington Arch and Hyde Park Corner)([http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=528302&y=180017&z=2&ar=Y map link])}}

==Ride details==

'''Route and start location''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. Until further notice, please assume [[London#Route|last year's route]], which is still fairly possible.

'''Assembly area''' 
To be confirmed.

'''Bike and skate rental''' 
We are hopeful of repeating last year's discounted BIKE HIRE through London Bicycle Touring Company which hired bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £10. 
Also at the bargain price of £10, secured by a £100 deposit, you can hire well maintained SKATES plus full padding from [http://www.clubblueroom.com Club Blue Room] for the entire day. They can't hire if it's a rainy day. Skates must be undamaged dry and clean when returned. They are located at Marble Arch. Phone for details - 020 7724 4884 
RUNNERS will not be admitted to the World Naked Bike Ride in London in 2010. 
'''Decoration and leaflets''' 
This year we are providing [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/flags cloth flags] again (price to be confirmed) and these are stitched to easily fit on bamboo poles which you can tape to your bike frame/rack. We are also providing "race cards" - paper signs that easily attach to the front of your bike with the messages of the WNBR. Donations are appreciated to help us cover the costs. There will be leaflets available which explain the ride more clearly to passers by. These items can be collected from just behind the Info Stall (location to be advised). Please see [[London#Bike decoration|the London bike decoration page]] for more detailed suggestions.

'''Body painting area''' 
We cannot at this stage offer any formal body painting arrangement. We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. Please see [[London#Body painting|the London body painting page]].

'''Photography policy''' 
Please keep referring to [[London_photography_policy|the London photography policy]] as things progress, which will make it clear what photography behaviour is unwelcome. An increasing number of photographers were very intrusive and unpleasant toward riders at the 2009 ride. We can recommend several solutions.
* We firstly suggest you simply wear something easily removed until the start and then disrobe for the ride proper. 
* You can also prevent photographers by holding your palm toward the camera lens in the universal gesture of "stop/halt/no". More often than not the snappers turn away. 
* Leafleting before and during the ride may be a good way to overcome discomfort from being stared at, and make you less likely to be targeted by problem photographers. The activity of engaging with bystanders makes you seem less vulnerable and this seems to appeal less to the problem photographers. 
* We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]] that you can put up if a rider doesn't respond to verbal requests to stop taking intrusive photos.

'''Finish''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised. We assure you that the finish will be in an accessible part of Central London. Last year's ride finished at Wellington Arch, some 500 yards from the start. 

'''Ride length''' 
The 2010 ride route has yet to be finalised.

==After the ride==

When you arrive at the end of the ride, congratulate yourself and fellow riders on staging a successful protest. The finish area will not be venue for prolonged naked socialising. So when you've found your friends, taken your photographs and celebrated the highlights of the ride, please get dressed and move on to continue your celebrations elsewhere. In particular, please note that playing games, such as Frisbee or ball games, in the finish area is not allowed.

'''Dispersal''' 
If you decide to move into surrounding areas, please show consideration for others. Remember that any misbehaviour that is associated with WNBR riders may jeopardise our ability to continue assembling anywhere in London in future years.

'''After-ride party''' 
We are looking for volunteers who are able to arrange after-ride party. Please contact us in the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]

==Objectives and demands==
Each year, the World Naked Bike Ride collective in London agrees on a set of objectives and demands for the year's ride. The objectives and demands of the ride are shown below:

===Objectives===
*Protest against the global dependency on oil
*Curb car culture
*Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
*Celebrate body freedom

===Demands===
*“Real rights for bikes”:
**Safer streets for cyclists
**Cycle-only zones in cities
**Separate 2-way cycle lanes
*A ban on car advertising

==Participating in the ride==
===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
See the [[United Kingdom FAQ]] and global [[FAQ]]. Visit both pages to find out answers to your questions. We've tried to avoid an overlap of information.

===Route===
The 2009 ride featured approximately 10km (6 miles) of central London with mostly left turns and a mix of high traffic and low traffic riding. There were a park start, no major hills and a finish area. The route started at Hyde Park Corner, then took in Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Bridge, Aquarium/London Eye, IMAX cinema roundabout, Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Royal Courts of Justice, Fleet Street, Chancery Lane, High Holborn, St Giles, Centre Point/Tottenham Court Road Tube, Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, Maddox Street, US Embassy, Park Lane, and finished at Hyde Park Corner around the Wellington Arch.

The assembly area was within Hyde Park, just north of the statue of Achilles (London's oldest public nude statue!).

[[Image:London-route-2009.gif|thumb|right|150px|2009 London route]]
The 2009 route was similar to the 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 routes, but with the addition of Chancery Lane instead of Covent Garden.

Please see our detailed official map [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Image:London-route-2009.pdf here] (455KB PDF).

You can probably still find a nifty alternative map of the 2008 route [http://www.run.com/showroute.asp?map=436045 here] that includes an elevation profile!

If you're wondering why the route never includes Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Birdcage Walk or Horseguards Parade, the Metropolitan Police requests that we not to use these routes because the Trooping of the Colour has caused there to be various traffic restrictions on these streets on the day of every ride.

No doubt in 2010 we are not to use public address equipment within the Serious and Organised Crime Police Act (SOCPA) zone. Use of PA equipment or amplification within the zone is liable to impair our good relationship with the police, and might expose you to legal problems. The route falls within the zone as we pass along Whitehall, Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge and York Road.

===Legality===
We have notified the police of our intention to ride in protest of oil dependency and in celebration of our bodies. They are fully aware that many/most of our riders will be nude and partially nude as we cycle a route through the streets of central London. Since 2005, police have indicated that they would not be arresting us or trying to prevent the protest ride. Since 2006, the police have played a helpful role in traffic control to facilitate the ride. Visit our [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Will_I_be_arrested_for_nudity.3F | FAQ answer]] about what the Metropolitan police said in 2005. We will try to ensure that the next ride is endorsed by the police, as all previous London rides have been.

Notice: The terms of the 2009 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.

===Body painting===
The best way to make sure you are ready for the ride is to get painted at home beforehand. Wear loose-fitting clothing that won't rub it off, and you can always leave final details and touch-ups for the ride. For advice on getting and using body paint, see the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ#Do_you_have_body_paint_information.3F_How_much_does_it_cost_to_cover_someone_with_body_paint.3F | UK FAQs]]. The easiest thing is to have a friend body-paint you, but you can paint yourself if it's an all-over-in-one-colour or message on your legs.

For people who aren't able to paint themselves at home, you may wish to do some body painting just before the ride, but you'll have to bring your own paints and painters. From 2006 till 2008, we provided a body painting service from professional painters such as Sitech Creations Ltd [http://www.sitechcreations.co.uk]. In '''2009''', there was no official body painting area. We had difficulty due to growing numbers of ride participants, agressive photographers, and the short time available in Hyde Park. We might bring back the body painting area in 2010, but for now, you'll have to fend for yourself. NOTE: We still have plenty of spare paints, and we would be happy to provide a self-service body painting space if someone was able to secure for us a suitable cost-free private space near the Start location during morning/lunch on the day of the ride (10-2pm). If you are abler to help. please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ Yahoo group]]

Photographers can be a problem at the ride start especially while body painting is taking place. If you notice photographers crowding around someone who is being painted, please politely enquire whether the subject of the photograph is happy to be photographed. If they aren't happy being photographed, please ask the photographers to stop, and consider standing between the photographers and subject (in a polite but assertive manner).

'''Please don't photograph riders who are being painted.''' Wait till they are fully painted and then ask if they are happy to be photographed. Better still, please photograph the riders during the ride!

===Bike decoration===
We have some great race cards that you can print on card and then attach to your bike. We recommend you use elastic or twist-ties to secure to your bike. There are PDF [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/bf/2007-race-card-instructions.pdf instructions here]. If you are feeling generous, print and prepare a few extra to give to other riders. There is a selection of four cards for you to choose from; click on the captions to download the full-size card for printing.
<gallery>
Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
</gallery>

===Public transport===
See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].

===Weather===
We've had good weather at each of the UK rides so far, indeed stunning hot sunshine in 2006 and 2007. Does that mean statistically we're predicting rain? The ride will not be cancelled in the event of rain. If it rains, bring some warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry. A large, thin plastic bag (such as you get from your dry cleaner) could be an effective protection if you want to seem naked in the rain. Maybe we can beat the Vancouver record for most naked riders in the rain! For a weather forecast, visit the [http://www.met-office.gov.uk/ Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=SW1X+7LY MetCheck] or [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather BBC Weather].

===Bike hire===
There are many places in London where you can hire a bike. For a PDF of the recommended bike hire locations, visit the following page from LCC [http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171 http://www.lcc.org.uk/index.asp?PageID=171]. For discounted bike hire, see the item below.

===Discounted bike hire===
As in 2006, 2007, and 2008 London Bicycle Touring Company will do a discounted bike rental of £10 for the afternoon of the 2009 ride. On the day of the ride, you will be able to collect your bike from the shop between 10.45-11.45 or 12pm-3pm. '''Please try to collect your bike before 1pm. The earlier the better.''' Bikes can be returned to the shop at any time before 7pm. Bikes delivery will not be available - bikes must be collected from the shop. '''Advanced booking is required to guarantee bike availability'''. For full details/instructions on how to pre-book your bike, visit the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.

[[image:BikeHire.png|none]]

The shop has provided downloadable directions for a relatively traffic-free journey of 15 minutes to the ride assembly point (see the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page for these directions).

===Skate rental===
See above (in the Next Ride section) for full details of renting skates through the (Club) Blue Room.

===Discounts===
Are there any discounts available to riders? We are hoping to get some discounts arranged.

==Getting involved==
There are lots of ways you can help to organise or promote the ride. Please contact us in the [[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london Yahoo group]] if you have any useful special skills and are able to help in any way.

===Poster===
As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2010 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
*'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
for printing locally.

===Spread the word===
Everyone can help to make the next ride even more successful than the last. There are lots of ideas for promoting the ride at the [[UK Promote]] page.

===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafletting at these events.

(This is where we list upcoming events that will have stalls)



===Events to leaflet===

Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!

 [http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
Friday 29 May 2009 at 6pm outside BFI Southbank (which is under Waterloo Bridge and was previously known as the National Film Theatre). '''Please volunteer to leaflet at this event between 6pm and departure (usually 6.30pm-7pm)''' 
ENTRY = Free 

[http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate] 
Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm 
ENTRY = Free 
Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor. 

[http://www.climaterush.co.uk Climate Rush]
Monday 1 June 2009 assemble at 5pm at 10 St James Square, SW1Y 4LE (move off at 6pm)
A start-of-summer ride on the first night of the pre-Copenhagen climate talks in Bonn. Bike ride begins outside the corportate conference: "Coal: an answer to energy security?" 10 St James Square (assemble 5pm, move off at 6pm).

===Planning meetings===
Riders are invited to any of the London ride planning meetings. The London ride organising group is a collective, and holds just 5 meetings to make all the key decisions about the ride (and allocate responsibilities). Any rider is welcome to attend the meetings (and thus be part of the "London ride planning collective"). The meeting agenda can include route/time, negotiations with police, improving the experience for new riders, presswork, and any other matters that people bring to the meeting. Meetings are open to non-London riders who are involved in planning rides in their local area. Press are not welcome to the planning meetings.

'''The 2010 meetings are as follows (6.30pm start for all meetings):'''

# Thursday 25 February 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 25 March 2010 (Jesse to facilitate/produce minutes)
# Thursday 22 April 2010
# Thursday 6 May 2010
# Thursday 27 May 2010

'''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
# Thursday 24 June 2010

We normally meet in the Great Court on the Ground floor of the British Museum ([http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/getting_here.aspx map] and [http://www.britishmuseum.org/visiting/floor_plans_and_galleries/ground_floor.aspx floor plan]) at the large cafe tables nearest the Enlightenment Gallery (on the east side, formerly known as the King's Library). We try to remember to have WNBR things out, so it is easy to spot the meeting.

Get in touch (or just show up at a meeting) if you want to join in the planning the next ride. '''''uk [at] worldnakedride.org''''' or 07814 587361

===Interviews===
The press, radio and TV are fascinated by WNBR. We need riders to explain their personal perspective on the ride in interviews. If you are willing to help out with interviews, please contact '''''londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk''''' and/or your local ride coordinator or call the Press Office.

===On the day===
We need people to pass out leaflets at the assembly point and during the ride. If you plan to pass out leaflets on the ride, you need to have a good scheme for carrying the leaflets, so they don't spill out or blow away, but so you still can reach them to pass out. We're going to try to pass out leaflets to the crowd at the assembly point and then during the ride.

===Being a volunteer steward===
In order to ensure the smooth running of this year’s London World Naked Bike Ride, we are asking for volunteer stewards to look after the welfare of riders. Last year's stewards did a great job, and we're looking to provide even better stewarding this year (e.g. more effective, more friendly, more responsive).

The purpose of WNBR stewards is to monitor the safety and wellbeing of riders, and to provide advice and assistance where necessary. Stewards will be a visible presence amongst riders and will help to ensure that participants are safe, that they don't get lost or separated from the main ride and that assistance is available to those who get left behind or have breakdowns. During the Assembly, the Stewards will primarily be directing riders into the ride assembly area, and helping the ride to form up for departure.

Stewards are '''NOT meant to police the ride''' - that is the job of the police - we just need people willing and able to look out for others and to lend a helping hand when required. '''Assembly Area Volunteers''' (see below) will be working alongside the Stewards by intervening when problem photography is spotted at the ride assembly. Stewards and Assembly Area Volunteers will enforce the ride's [[London#Photography_and_filming_policy|photo policy]] through polite but firm verbal intervention.

'''As a steward you will be required to:'''
*Register to be a steward in advance (no turning up on the day with an offer to help).
*Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' at '''10am -12 noon on Saturday 5 June 2010''' at the Achilles statue in Hyde Park.
*Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 12 June 2010''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
*Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).

'''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
*Be a confident and proficient cyclist
*Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
*Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
*Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
*Bring a small rucksack in which to put useful items such as: a puncture repair kit, spare T-shirt, bottle of water, bike pump. (If you have any of these, it would be most appreciated if you could bring them along, if not, we will endeavour to provide them).
*Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).

'''In return, you will receive:'''
*A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
*A sign identifying you as a WNBR steward.
*A free [http://current.com/people/highaltitudefilms DVD of the 2005 World Naked Bike Ride] which normally costs £10 (you receive this at the 5 June training session).
*Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
*A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!

As a steward, you are welcome to go "as bare as you dare" although you may want to consider not riding entirely nude as this may affect your willingness/ability to assist others. If you do ride nude, we ask that you get the word "STEWARD" prominently painted onto your body. You '''must''' wear shoes.

The up-to-date (2009) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]

'''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Steward: John '''john@golgotha.org.uk''' or on '''07957 231 044'''.



==History==
See [[London history]]

==Media coverage==
Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.

==Photos==
Moved to [[London photos]] page.

==Videos==
Moved to [[London videos]] page.

==Photography policy==
See [[London photography policy]]

==Links==
===Websites===
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
*Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=337511222315 event]
*[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
*[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias

===Discussion groups===
Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] list if you plan to ride and want to receive important updates or share in general UK ride planning. Join the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] list if you want to help plan the London ride. ''If you're after photos, don't bother joining these lists – they are for ride planning only.''

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-uk/ WNBR UK] – Yahoo! group for all UK rides
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-london/ WNBR London] – Yahoo! group for the London ride

===Listings===
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]

===Related interest groups===
=====Skating=====
*http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
*http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)

=====Cycling=====
*[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
*[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet]
*[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
*[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work]
*[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
*[http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/environment/events-and-initiatives/camden-green-fair-and-bikefest-2006.en;jsessionid=D3B3BA4B28675BB949220F702F86BAAF.node1 Camden Green Fair and BikeFest], Sunday 1 June 2008
*[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
*[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
*[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
*[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
*[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
*[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
*[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
*[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
*[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
*[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
*[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]

=====Ecological campaigns=====
*[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
*[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
*[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
*[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
*[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
*[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
*[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
*[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
*[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
*[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
*[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
*[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]

=====Body freedom/Naturism=====
*[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
*[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
*[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
*[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
*[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
*[http://www.conformandobey.co.uk/pages/naked_protest.html Russell Higgs] and a film from 1999 of his "Freedom To Be Yourself" protests in the late 1990s - [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz7g8N30u0o first half] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma884AX-Rtg second half]
*[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]

=====Naked protest=====
*[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]

===Location information===
*Maps of London: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=532240&y=182160&z=6 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=London&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/?q=London Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: London]]
*[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]

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[[Category:Confirmed ride locations]]
[[Category:Northern hemisphere ride locations]]
[[Category:Previous ride locations]]
[[Category:Ride locations with media coverage]]
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[[Category:Ride locations with videos]]

United Kingdom media information

2009-05-09T16:28:54Z

Frank: /* Contact Us */

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

In 2009, the UK anticipates the following rides by the end of June.

*Friday 12 June 6pm - [[Southampton]] (180 riders expected) 
*Friday 12 June (TBC) - [[York]] (100 riders expected) 
*Friday 12 June 6pm - [[Manchester]] (100 riders expected) 
*Saturday 13 June 3pm - [[London]] (1,000 riders expected) 
*Sunday 14 June 12 noon - [[Brighton]] (800 riders expected) 

The following rides are expected but specific dates haven't been decided:

*[[Sheffield]] (60 riders expected)
*[[Cardiff]] (60 riders expected) 
*[[Edinburgh]] (60 riders expected)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of interviewable riders.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ben Lovejoy has some exceptional and unique photos of the London 2008 ride. The photos and contact details [http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/benlovejoy/temp/lnbr/ are available here].

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes] - a rickshaw hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.org.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (York, Sheffield, Edinburgh) 
thedishbench [at] yahoo.com 
07814 587361 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7814 587361

'''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer) 
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk 
07877 906 972

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

The London ride is part of [http://www.lsw2006.org/ London Sustainability Week].

United Kingdom media information

2009-04-28T22:15:14Z

Frank:

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

In 2009, the UK anticipates the following rides by the end of June.

*Friday 12 June 6pm - [[Southampton]] (180 riders expected) 
*Friday 12 June (TBC) - [[York]] (100 riders expected) 
*Friday 12 June 6pm - [[Manchester]] (100 riders expected) 
*Saturday 13 June 3pm - [[London]] (1,000 riders expected) 
*Sunday 14 June 12 noon - [[Brighton]] (800 riders expected) 

The following rides are expected but specific dates haven't been decided:

*[[Sheffield]] (60 riders expected)
*[[Cardiff]] (60 riders expected) 
*[[Edinburgh]] (60 riders expected)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of interviewable riders.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ben Lovejoy has some exceptional and unique photos of the London 2008 ride. The photos and contact details [http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/benlovejoy/temp/lnbr/ are available here].

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes] - a rickshaw hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:

'''Press Office (including London ride)''' 
londonpress [at] wnbr.co.uk 
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (York, Sheffield, Edinburgh) 
thedishbench [at] yahoo.com 
07814 587361 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7814 587361

'''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer) 
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk 
07877 906 972

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

The London ride is part of [http://www.lsw2006.org/ London Sustainability Week].

United Kingdom media information

2009-04-28T22:11:58Z

Frank: Press email address (omitted for some inexplicable reason)

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

In 2009, the UK anticipates the following rides by the end of June.

*Friday 12 June 6pm - [[Southampton]] (180 riders expected) 
*Friday 12 June (TBC) - [[York]] (100 riders expected) 
*Friday 12 June 6pm - [[Manchester]] (100 riders expected) 
*Saturday 13 June 3pm - [[London]] (1,000 riders expected) 
*Sunday 14 June 12 noon - [[Brighton]] (800 riders expected) 

The following rides are expected but specific dates haven't been decided:

*[[Sheffield]] (60 riders expected)
*[[Cardiff]] (60 riders expected) 
*[[Edinburgh]] (60 riders expected)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of interviewable riders.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ben Lovejoy has some exceptional and unique photos of the London 2008 ride. The photos and contact details [http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/benlovejoy/temp/lnbr/ are available here].

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes] - a rickshaw hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:

'''Press Office (including London ride)'''
londonpress [at] wnbr.co.uk
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (York, Sheffield, Edinburgh) 
thedishbench [at] yahoo.com 
07814 587361 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7814 587361

'''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer) 
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk 
07877 906 972

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Seán''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
fittonsean [at] yahoo.co.uk 
07906 086 128 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7906 086 128

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

The London ride is part of [http://www.lsw2006.org/ London Sustainability Week].

United Kingdom media information

2009-03-29T22:06:52Z

Frank: /* Contact Us */

[[Main Page|Home]] > [[List of rides]] > [[UK]] > United Kingdom Media Information

This page contains information for representatives of the press, radio and TV.

For interviews/questions please use individual press contacts [[#Contact_Us| listed at the bottom of the page]].

As the ride is a fast moving event, we recommend that press "embed" themselves in the ride. We can put you in contact with robust rickshaw pedicabs that can carry you along with the ride (at a modest fee). You won't be required to strip off, and you'll be able to truly experience/film the ride as it happens. Please get in touch.

We welcome all press to attend the World Naked Bike Ride events in the UK, but most rides require that press comply with the ride's local photography policy (see [[London]] for an example policy).

==Latest News==
This is where we provide info that hasn't yet been sent out in a press release but will be useful to the press.

In 2009, the UK anticipates the following rides by the end of June.

*Friday 12 June 6pm - [[Southampton]] (180 riders expected) 
*Friday 12 June (TBC) - [[York]] (100 riders expected) 
*Saturday 13 June 3pm - [[London]] (1,000 riders expected) 
*Sunday 14 June 12 noon - [[Brighton]] (800 riders expected) 

The following rides are expected but specific dates haven't been decided:

*[[Sheffield]] (60 riders expected)
*[[Manchester]] (100 riders expected) 
*[[Cardiff]] (60 riders expected) 
*[[Edinburgh]] (60 riders expected)

==Interviews Available==
We have riders of various backgrounds available for interview before, during and after the ride. There are [[#Contact_Us| press contacts]] for each ride who have lists of interviewable riders.

==Quotes Available==
We have a selection of quotes available for press use. These include quotes related to controversy over planned nudity at the 2007 Brighton ride. Note: the Police eventually allowed nudity at the 2007 event, and this controversy is now over. [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/quotes/index.html Click here] to view all quotes for the press from WNBR supporters and riders.

==Our Press Releases==
Although we try to update this as soon as possible, the latest press releases can normally be viewed at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/q99432.php online Press Office] at the [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk Press Dispensary]. Always get our latest press release, by adding our RSS newsfeed feed - [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/rssfeed/q99432/rss.xml].

*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c992133.php Brighton Naked Bike Riders Brave the Chill - In solidarity with southern hemisphere and to promote June event] (18 March 2009)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991789.php 2,000 Naked Cyclists to Ride through 7 UK Cities in Demonstration Against Climate Change and Cars] (06 June 2008)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991224.php Bike Ride Goes The Full Monty - ‘As bare as you dare’ Say Naked Cyclists] (07 June 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c991194.php Over 1,000 Naked Cyclists Expected in Five UK Cities for World Naked Bike Ride Weekend] (17 May 2007)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/releases/c99747.php Sussex Police Cover-Up At Brighton's First World Naked Bike Ride] (5 June 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2006may30pressreleaseWNBR.rtf Hundreds of cyclists and skaters to join 'World Naked Bike Ride' day in London, Brighton, Manchester and York] (30 May 2006)
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/feed/99700.php World Naked Bike Ride Gets Brighton 'As Bare As You Dare'] (19 April 2006)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/2005june02pressrelease.rtf 150 naked cyclists to bare all for an oil free future!] (2 June 2005)

==Free Photos Available to selected press==
Photography of the ride is encouraged (but it must comply with the photography policy of the individual ride (for example, see [[London]] for their policy). We can supply hi-definition digital photos of previous rides suitable for publication in the press. There are a handful of photos available to the press at our [http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/image_library/q99432.php Press Dispensary Image Library]. For a more complete collection of images available, visit our dedicated page for [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/pix/ Press Photos here]. You can view thumbnails of these images but you will need to obtain a username and password from one of the [[United_Kingdom_Media_Information#Contact_Us| press contacts]] before you can download the high-resolution versions. We also have a collection of photos of the 2008 London ride images at the [http://www.flickr.com/groups/797014@N23/pool London Photo Team 2008 page] - again, contact us (or the photographer in question) for permission to use these photos (high resolution versions are available).

===Professional Photos===

Ben Lovejoy has some exceptional and unique photos of the London 2008 ride. The photos and contact details [http://www.nurburgring.org.uk/benlovejoy/temp/lnbr/ are available here].

Ramon Andarias took amazing photographs of the London Naked Ride event 2008. you can see the photographs [http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q here!!]

Mike King took some of the best photos of previous London rides.
Examples of these photos are at [http://mikekingphoto.com/gallery/z_1922.shtml here]. Phone Mike at 07973 303707.

Alex Newstead has taken excellent photos of the Southampton ride 2008. Examples are shown [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/southampton/photos/pro/anewstead/ here]. Contact Alex on 07826 140325.

Further photos are available via the following commercial photo agencies:

Search for the city you wish to find photos for plus "naked" + "bike" + "ride"

*[http://www.rexfeatures.com Rex Features]
*[http://pro.corbis.com Corbis]
*[http://editorial.gettyimages.com Getty Images] - (has photos from the 2004 ride)
*[http://www.alamy.com Alamy]

==Digital Video Available in PAL and NTSC==
PAL Digital Video footage of the London 2005 ride is available in the UK from documentary filmmaker Johnny Zapatos ([http://www.highaltitudefilms.tv/ High Altitude Films]). Zapatos has a DV tape with highlights from the ride. He can be reached for footage or interview at info [at] highaltitudefilms.tv and 0786 644 6786.

Johnny Zapatos' documentary film can be viewed at [http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=highaltitudefilms You Tube].

NTSC Digital Video footage of the 2005 London ride is available from Keith Roberson in the USA. Examples of footage are available in this [http://art.fsu.edu/keith/movies/World_Naked_Bike_Ride.mov downloadable 8 MB Quicktime movie file]. All footage is available on miniDV tape in Tallahassee, Florida USA. Contact Keith if you are interested in purchasing footage for broadcast +1 (850) 383 9824 keith [at] art.fsu.edu

==Ecological Companies That Support The Ride==
*[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers] - Couriering goods of all kinds by bike (020 7637 4004)
*[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs] - a bike taxi service (020 7620 0500)
*[http://www.chariotbikes.org/ Chariot Bikes] - a rickshaw hire services supporting cycling events (020 7207 3435)
*[http://www.greentomatocars.com/ Green Tomato Cars] - West end cab service in a hybrid Prius car (0208 748 8881)

==Contact Us==
For photos from past rides or to schedule interviews with riders, please contact a member of the UK wide WNBR press team:

'''Press Office (London)'''
020 3393 7408

'''Jesse Schust''' (York, Sheffield, Edinburgh) 
thedishbench [at] yahoo.com 
07814 587361 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7814 587361

'''Adam''' (WNBR Cardiff press officer) 
corneraj [AT] cardiff.ac.uk 
07877 906 972

'''Duncan Blinkhorn''' (WNBR Brighton ride co-ordinator) 
brighton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
Tel: 07944 152706

'''Meg''' (Manchester ride co-ordinator) 
nakedbk [at] yahoo.co.uk 
0789 634 7196 or from outside the UK call (+44) 789 634 7196

'''Rob''' (Southampton ride co-ordinator) 
southampton [at] worldnakedbikeride.org 
07900 521782 or from outside the UK call (+44) 7900 521782

'''Jonathan Zapatos''' ([http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/index.html#video video available] at standard broadcast rate of £350 per minute used - filmed 2005 ride documentary "World Naked Bike Ride") 
info [at] highaltitudefilms 
0786 644 6786

The London ride is part of [http://www.lsw2006.org/ London Sustainability Week].