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London ride

2015-05-26T11:29:25Z

Mike Grenville:

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==Start points==
There are 6 start points for this year's ride:

*[[London Marble Arch | Hyde Park]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, [https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/N+Carriage+Dr/@51.5121112,-0.1665665,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x4876054a59b4d655:0x86f413d759916168 North Carriage Drive], 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
*[[London Tower Hill | Tower Hill]], 14:30 assembly, 15:00 departure, Tower Hill, EC3N 4DJ

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

[[File:London_topology.png]]

3 of the 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 (including Tower Hill) will then merge together on Westminster Bridge, then do the rest of the route in a huge group together.

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

[[File:London_2014_routes_all.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.

'''Body Painting'''

This varies depending on the start point. Please consult the relevant page for specific information.

'''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.

Brighton & Hove

2015-03-18T20:42:05Z

Mike Grenville: /* Bike and body decoration */

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'''Every year since 2006, Brighton has joined [[List of rides|World Naked Bike Rides around the world]] to celebrate cycling and the human body. The ride demonstrates the vulnerability of cyclists on the road and is a protest against car culture.'''

'''Brighton's tenth [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/ World Naked Bike Ride] will take place on Sunday 14 June 2015. Up to 1,000 riders have taken part in previous peak years (2014 and 2010). Many more are expected in 2015. As of the 2007 ride, following negotiations with Sussex Police, full nudity is permitted at the event.'''

'''The event is one of several [[List of rides#UK|UK and worldwide rides]] happening around the same time, including nearby [[Portsmouth]], [[Southampton]] and [[London]]. It is scheduled to allow people to take part in other rides as well, if they like.'''

The ride forms part of national [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] (13-21 June 2015).

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===Schedule===

*'''12 noon''': Bike/body decoration, lunch, entertainment
*'''1pm''': Assembly
*'''1.30pm''': Ride starts
*'''3.30pm/4pm''' (approx): Ride finishes with sea swim and beach picnic.

===Food and drink===

Please make sure you're well-fed at the start of the ride. If necessary, bring lunch to eat before we start, plus snacks and water for the ride.

===Bike and body decoration===

Please bring decorations and body paint. To celebrate our 10th we would like to have a lot more body painting. If you are a body painter please get in touch.

===Route===

[https://maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?msid=217777319511167412854.0004f6854befa9cf15a09&msa=0 2014 draft route map showing start, end and rest points]

The route goes via central Brighton and Hove, past a number of local attractions (Brighton Pier, The Royal Pavilion, the seafront etc), before finishing at Black Rock naturist beach where we can have a post-ride swim and picnic.

===Weather===

Check local weather at the following sites:

* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2654710 BBC] ''(5-day)''
* [http://www.metcheck.com/UK/14days.asp?zipcode=brighton Metcheck] ''(14-day forecast)''
* [http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/forecast/brighton?tab=fiveDay Met Office] ''(5-day forecast)''
* [http://uk.weather.com/weather/10day-Brighton-UKXX0215 Weather.co.uk] ''(10-day forecast)''
* [http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=zmw:00000.1.WBRIG#forecast Weather Underground] ''(7-day forecast)''
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===Getting there===

If you live out of town, please try to use sustainable transport to get to the start of the ride (eg: train, bus, car share, bio-diesel or electric vehicle). Please note that most buses ''don't'' take bikes (apart from folding bikes). You can check various options at:

* [http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ National Rail Enquiries] (trains)
* [http://www.travelinesoutheast.org.uk/ Traveline South East] (buses and trains)
* [http://www.liftshare.com/ Lift Share] (car sharing)
* [http://www.carshare.com/ Car Share] (car sharing)

===Bike hire===

If you haven't got a bike, the following shops are offering 10% discounts on the day of the event to people who quote 'Brighton Naked Bike Ride':

* [http://www.brightonsports.co.uk/ Brighton Sports Co]<br />Classic cruiser bikes for adults and children. Stall on Madeira Drive, near the naturist beach.<br />Tel: Mark 07917 753794
* [http://www.m-cyclehire.co.uk/ M's Cycle Hire]<br />Bikes delivered to hirers. Please call to arrange at least 4 days in advance<br />Tel: Maria 07852 986165 / John 07852 986163
* [http://www.google.co.uk/maps?q=Sunrise+Cycles&near=Brighton Planet/Sunrise Cycles]‎<br />(next to West Pier), Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2FL<br />Tel: 01273 748881

The following company also hires out Dutch bikes, including tandems and child-carrying bikes, and is located next to Brighton train station:

* [http://brightoncyclehire.com/ Brighton Cycle Hire] (aka [http://www.amsterdammers.co.uk/ Amsterdammers])<br />Unit 8 (under Brighton train station), top of Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4FQ<br />Tel: 01273 571555 / Email: {{Email link|Email=hello@brightoncyclehire.com}}
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==Publicity==

[[Image:BNBR-201405-A6-Flyer-v2-300ppi.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Photo and design by [http://www.nicksayers.com/ Nick Sayers] ]]

===Flyers===

Double-sided flyers now available, with full information about the ride:

*'''[[:media:BNBR-201405-A8-Fly-v3PR.pdf|A8 mini flyers]]''' (business card size)<br />''Attach to bikes, hand out as business cards''
*'''[[:media:BNBR-201405-A6-Flyer-v2.pdf|A6 flyers]]''' (postcard size)<br />''Leave in shops (esp. bike shops!), cafés, noticeboards etc''


[http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html Download Adobe Reader] to view and print these PDF files

==Pre-ride events==

=== Planning meet-ups ===

Please come along if you'd like to get involved or find out more. We meet at least once a month in the run-up to the ride, from January to June.

'''Planning meeting #3: Tue 29 Apr 2014, 7.30pm'''<br />
[http://bluemanbrighton.com/ The Blue Man], 8 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3WA

==Post-ride events==

===Post ride beach picnic===

'''Sun 8 June 2014, approx 3.30pm/4m (after the Brighton ride)'''<br />
Black Rock naturist beach, Kemp Town, Brighton

There will be a swim and beach picnic at the end of the Brighton ride.<br />
Please bring food and drink to share.

==Get involved!==

===Ride on the day===

Please show your support for this event and its message by [[joining a ride|riding]] "as bare as you dare" on the day. For more information on what to bring etc, visit the [[Joining a ride]] page.

===Spread the word===

The more people know about the ride, the more will come. The more people come and ride, the more successful the event will be, and the safer riders will feel.

===Help organise and promote this ride===

To ''really'' make this ride happen, please get involved in [[Organizing a ride|organising and promoting the ride]]. See the [[Brighton & Hove planning notes]] for more information on jobs required.

==Suggested charities==

The Brighton Naked Bike Ride is an environmental and road safety protest, not a charity event. However, if you'd like to raise money for charity through sponsoring your ride, please consider supporting the following relevant organisations:

* [http://www.cyclistsdefencefund.org.uk/ Cyclists’ Defence Fund]
* [http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends Of The Earth]
* [http://www.greenpeace.org.uk/ Greenpeace]
* [http://www.jowalterstrust.org.uk/ Jo Walters Trust]
* [http://www.liberty-human-rights.org.uk/ Liberty]
* [http://www.roadpeace.org/ RoadPeace]
* [http://www.rospa.com/ Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)]
* [http://www.sustrans.org.uk/ Sustrans]

==Media coverage, Photos, Video, History==

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See [[Brighton & Hove media coverage|media coverage]], [[Brighton & Hove photos|photos]], [[Brighton & Hove video|video]] and [[Brighton & Hove history|history]] pages.
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==Links==

A list of links related to this ride is also maintained at the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-brighton/links/ Brighton Naked Bike Ride] Yahoo! group.

More information on the Brighton & Hove ride is available at:

===Website/s===

*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/wiki/Brighton Brighton Naked Bike Ride] wiki site (this page!)
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/brighton/ Brighton Naked Bike Ride] (official site)

===Discussion group/s===

*[http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=4616787846 Brighton Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (join us!)
*[http://www.facebook.com/pages/Brighton-Naked-Bike-Ride/116674705198 Brighton Naked Bike Ride] Facebook page (become a fan!)
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-brighton/ Brighton Naked Bike Ride] Yahoo! group
*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/worldnakedbikerideuk/ WNBR UK] Yahoo! group

===Endorsements===

The following Brighton bike organisations have sponsored our flyers and provided other support:

*[http://www.bikeforlife.org.uk/ Bike For Life]: Cycle confidence training
*[http://www.thebikesthebusiness.co.uk/ The Bike's The Business]: Bike courier company
*[http://www.cranks.org.uk/ Cranks]: DIY bike workshop
*[http://www.g-whizzcycles.co.uk/ G-Whizz Cycles]: Hove second-hand cycle emporium and workshop

We are also supported and endorsed by:

*[http://www.greenvanhire.co.uk/ Green Van Hire]: Provided a grass-covered, bio-diesel support van on the 2009 and 2010 rides
*[http://www.magpie.coop/ Magpie Recycling]: Brighton recycling cooperative who have provided their bio-diesel flatbed truck as a support vehicle since the 2010 ride
*[http://www.pressdispensary.co.uk/ Press Dispensary]: Press agency that have produced and distributed our press releases

===Listings===

''See: [[Brighton & Hove listings]]''

===Related rides===

*[http://groups.yahoo.com/group/criticalmassbrighton/ Critical Mass Brighton]
*[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/62242/ Low Tide Bike Ride]

===Related interest groups===

See the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-brighton/links/Related_Interest_Gro_001138576379/ Related Interest Groups] section of the [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-brighton/links/ Brighton Naked Bike Ride] Yahoo! group. Please [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wnbr-brighton/links/Related_Interest_Gro_001138576379?function=1 add links] here to sites that you think are appropriate.

===Location information===

*Maps of Brighton & Hove: [http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=531527&y=104390&z=5 Streetmap.co.uk] / [http://www.viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/dyn/controller/mapPerformPage?strLocation=Brighton&strCountry=1138&google=1 ViaMichelin] / [http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=Brighton+%26+Hove Google Maps]
*[[Wikipedia: {{PAGENAME}}]]
*[[Wikipedia: Brighton]]
*[[Wikipedia: Hove]]
*[[Wikipedia: East Sussex]]

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