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| − | ''See also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]''
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| − | '''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, skates or pedal rickshaw. The ride is easy and upbeat, and riders decorate their bodies and bikes with messages of protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''
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| − | '''On [http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Saturday 11 June 2011] the eighth London World Naked Bike Ride rode the streets of the capital, allowing riders to see the city sights from the comfort of a bike, skates and pedal rickshaws. The bad weather held off and over 1000 people took part to protest against oil dependency and car culture.'''
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| − | *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).
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| − | *A big thank-you is owed to [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk Team Green Britain Bike Week]! They've been brilliant, and we're proud to be part of Bike Week.
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| − | *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
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| − | *The event will take place whatever the weather – please come prepared for rain, cold or blazing heat!
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| − | *For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site
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| − | *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]
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| − | *Spread the word about the ride via our [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Facebook group]
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| − | The London WNBR is part of Team Green Britain [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] (18-26 June 2011).
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| | + | ''For details of the six alternative start points see also [[:Category:London sub-page|London sub-pages]]'' |
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| − | <div style="float:left; margin-right: 2em;">[[Image:BikeWeekUK-Logo.jpg|Team Green Britain Bike Week, 18-26 June 2011|link=http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/wnbr_london]]</div>
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| − | <div class="facebook-linkbox" style="float:left; margin-right: 2em;">[http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=153964541323740 Join the Ride!]</div>
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| − | <div class="facebook-linkbox" style="float:left; margin-right: 2em;">[http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 Join our Group]</div>
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| − | {{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. }}
| + | ==London World Naked Bike Ride== |
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| − | ==Ride details==
| + | [[Image:London2007photobyminimouse1.jpg|400px|thumb|right|1,000 riders on London Naked Bike Ride 2007 - photo by [email protected]]] |
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| − | '''Body Painting and Body Painting Area (informal/small) from 1.30pm till 3pm'''<br/>
| + | The World Naked Bike Ride is a global protest movement with rides in cities around the world, raising awareness of issues such as safety of cyclists on the road, reducing oil dependence and saving the planet. Let's make the planet great again! |
| − | We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride. People who wish to use the WNBR body paints, are welcome to do so.<br/>
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| − | A list of suitable slogans can be found here if you can't think of your own - [[Slogans|Slogans]]<br/>
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| − | 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 during body painting (equivalent of bathing costume coverage must be worn). Large numbers won't be permitted. Photography won't be allowed.<br/>
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| − | 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.<br/>
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| − | See below for more information on [[London#Body_painting|Body Painting]]<br/>
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| − | '''Wear clothes before and after the ride'''<br/>
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| − | 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.
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| − | Many passers by and photographers who know about the event WILL turn up and take photographs before the ride begins. You only need to get undressed just before the ride if you are uncomfortable doing so with all of the photographers are around. Traffic and congestion will probably pause the protest at various points over the route. If you don't like the idea of being photographed while sitting at a red light, bring something you can cover up with quickly and easily put on and take off.<br/>
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| − | 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]]<br/>
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| − | '''Assembly area''' <BR/>
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| − | You can assemble for the ride in the South-East corner of Hyde Park (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]) any time between 3:00 and 3:30pm. You can stay dressed as long as you want, but don't get undressed before 3:00pm. If you turn up before 3:00pm, Stewards will ask you to leave and return at 3:00. See the section below to read why. Be prepared to form up ready for departure at about 3:25pm. The ride will be starting at 3:30pm.<br/>
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| − | Details of the likely route are below - [[London#Route|Route]]<br/>
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| − | It's a really good idea to take your clothes with you on the ride. We don't finish exactly where we started. Make sure they are secured though. You don't want to be the person who lost their clothes on the ride or the one who's friend's decided the ride was taking too long, they had better things to do and went home with your clothes.<br/>
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| + | * protest against the global dependency on oil |
| − | '''Ride length''' <BR/>
| + | * curb car culture |
| − | 9 miles. Very few hills. An easy, leisurely ride!.<br/>
| + | * obtain real rights for cyclists |
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| + | * demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets |
| − | '''Finish''' <BR/>
| + | * celebrate body freedom |
| − | In 2011 the plan is to finish the at the Wellington Arch - i.e. back to an almost circular route. 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.<br/>
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| − | The dispersal will commence as soon as the ride finishes. People will be asked by Stewards to leave the roadway, dress and depart immediately.<BR>
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| − | '''Dispersal''' <br/>
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| − | 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.<br/>
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| − | '''After Ride Celebration''' <BR/>
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| − | There are no official after ride parties planned for 2011. Anyone arranging gatherings elsewhere or parties in the evening is not affiliated with the World Naked Bike Ride.<BR/>
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| − | ==Extended ride option==
| + | As well as promoting healthy life choices it can also be the best fun you can ever have on two wheels. The London ride has the excitement of a carnival, with big crowds to cheer it on. It is a "naked bike ride" but you can be "as bare as you dare" - body painting and fancy dress are welcome. It is fun, legal and all in a worthy cause. |
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| − | '''2010 Sipson Ride Extension''' <br/>
| + | You can find out loads of info on our new [https://wnbrlondon.uk/ WNBRLondon.UK] website: |
| − | In 2010 an optional 15.5 mile extension to the main WNBR route was available to demonstrate 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). Options were considered for running a similar event, but a suitable issue to protest and people to manage the ride were not identified. If you have any suggestions for an extension ride to be run in future, get in touch.<BR/>
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| − | ==Ride support== | + | [[Image:LondonWebsiteFrontPage600x338.jpg|WNBRLondon.UK website|center|link=https://wnbrlondon.uk]]<br> |
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| − | '''Bike rental''' <BR/>
| + | Or find out more about the [[About | global World Naked Bike Ride goals on the wiki]]. |
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| − | For a list of the bike hire locations, visit the following page from [http://lcc.org.uk/articles/cycle-hire-shops-in-london London Cycle Campaign (LCC) - List of Cycle Hire Shops in London]. <br/>
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| − | The London Bicycle Tour Company hire bikes to riders from 12.30pm-7pm for £12.<br/>
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| − | Follow the Instructions for WNBR participants on the [http://www.londonbicycle.com/booking London Bicycle Tour Company] web site booking page<BR/>
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| − | NOTE: If you are booking for World Naked Bike Ride you must select 'number of days: 16' in the booking form even though you will only be hiring the bike for 1 day. Also, you must select 'W.N.B.R.' as the event. This will bring up the correct discounted price. You will need to book with a credit card or bring a large cash deposit to hire the bike. 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'''. <br/>
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| − | Full details and instructions on how to pre-book your bike are on the [[London_Bike_Hire]] page.<br/>
| + | ==Participating in the Ride (Before the Ride)== |
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| − | [[image:BikeHire.png|none]] | + | Are you thinking about taking part in the London World Naked Bike Ride?<br> |
| | + | [[London_preparation | Things you might need to know about the London ride]] |
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| − | Another option is [http://www.tfl.gov.uk/roadusers/cycling/14808.aspx Barclays Cycle Hire]. However, this is intended for short journeys, so please make sure that you understand the costs involved. If you rent a bike for 3-6 hours, you pay £1 for the access fee and £35 for the usage fee! This is quite plausible, since the London ride assembles at 15:00 and normally finishes at about 18:00. Also, you may not be able to collect or return a bike at the nearest docking station, if it's empty at the start and full at the end, so you need to allow for extra travelling time.
| + | ==Getting involved== |
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| − | If you are hiring a bike, and you have a bare bum, please cover the saddle. This will protect you from any dirt, as well as being polite to the next person who uses the bike.
| + | We hold monthly planning meetings before the ride: anyone is welcome to come along, and we reach decisions by consensus. We also rely on people to volunteer on the day, either as marshals, stewards, or first aiders. The more people we have to help out, the smoother the ride is for everyone. If you can help, please let us know!<br> |
| | + | [[London_get_involved | Details of planning meetings, volunteer roles, and contact details for the start point coordinators]] |
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| − | '''Skate rental''' <BR/>
| + | ==Ride details - Saturday, 8th June 2024== |
| − | For £10 rental and 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<BR>
| + | <br>'''The traditional date for the ride is the second Saturday in June, so join us on Saturday 8th June 2024.''' |
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| − | '''Decoration and leaflets''' <BR/>
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| − | 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.<BR/>
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| − | 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:
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| − | * 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;<BR>
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| − | * 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;<BR/>
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| − | * 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; <BR/>
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| − | * We will again have a sign you can [[media:London2008photopolicyboard.pdf|download]]. Some riders have found this useful in dealing with problem photographers;
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| − | * If you have a camera, taking a photograph of persistent photographers and telling them to leave or you'll report them can work too.<br/>
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| − | 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.<BR/>
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| − | Footwear is required in order to allow riders to come to a safe emergency stop. <br>
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| − | Helmets are not compulsory. We advise you to [http://www.ctc.org.uk/DesktopDefault.aspx?TabID=5339 consider the evidence on cycling safety and helmets], then take your own decision on whether to wear a helmet or not. <br/>
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| − | Bicycles are to be ridden in a manner appropriate for use on the road. All riders should be seated on appropriate seats in line with The Highway Code. Don't take passengers on luggage racks or handlebars.<br/>
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| − | Owing to safety concerns, runners are no longer permitted in the World Naked Bike Ride in London.<BR/>
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| − | ==Objectives and demands==
| + | The ride has been increasingly popular over the past 20 years, with its fun, attention-grabbing campaign for safer cycling along with healthier environment, lifestyles and behaviours. 2023 was another big ride, with 8 start groups merging into a spectacular rider peloton. |
| − | 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.<br/>
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| − | 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]<br/>
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| − | ===Objectives===
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| − | *Obtain real rights for cyclists and demonstrate the vulnerability of cyclists on city streets
| + | '''It's Not the World Naked Bike Ride''' |
| − | *Protest against the global dependency on oil
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| − | *Curb car culture
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| − | *Celebrate body freedom
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| − | ===Demands===
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| − | *“Real rights for bikes”:
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| − | **Safer streets for cyclists
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| − | **Cycle-only zones in cities
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| − | **Separate 2-way cycle lanes
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| − | *A ban on car advertising
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| − | ==Participating in the ride==
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| − | ===Frequently asked questions (FAQ)===
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| − | 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.<BR/>
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| − | 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 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.<br/>
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| − | The current plan is to follow a route similar to 2010 but with a return to Hyde Park (a circular 9.3 mile (14.9km) route of mostly flat cycling). The 2011 route should see you passing the London landmarks of Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament, London Eye, Royal Courts of Justice, Ludgate, St Paul's Cathedral, Covent Garden, The Mall and Wellington Arch. <br/>
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| − | The detailed route for Saturday 11 June 2011 is on BikeMap.net [http://www.bikemap.net/route/1007723#lat=51.5065&lng=-0.11982&zoom=14&type=0 here]. The list of streets can be seen [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/b/ba/2011_London_Route.pdf here].
| + | We are riding in August as we cannot ride in June, but we marked the original date of 12th June by again campaigning safely with activities that are “Not the World Naked Bike Ride”. Look out on social media for the tag #NotTheWorldNakedBikeRide. |
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| − | 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 had their own riders accompanying us (although they keep their uniforms on).<BR/>
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| − | 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.<BR/>
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| − | Notice: The terms of the 2011 ride have been agreed with the police as in previous years.<BR/>
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| − | ===Body painting===
| + | The next London ride will be on the afternoon of '''Saturday 14th August 2021'''. In 2019 we had a great day with over 1,000 riders and huge crowds cheering us on. Media participation and coverage was also good. Let's make it bigger and better this year! --> |
| − | NOTICE: There is an informal body painting area arrangement (see [[London#Ride_details|ride details]] above). We encourage all riders to buy some body paints for themselves and get painted up before they come to the ride.<BR/>
| + | <!-- The date coincides with the Trooping of the Colour in the morning, so there should be good crowds to cheer us on and maybe our riders will once again sing Happy Birthday to the Queen. |
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| − | 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. <BR/>
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| − | 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. Details for the running on an informal body painting session can be found in the [[London#Ride_details|ride details]] section above.<BR/>
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| − | 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).<BR/>
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| − | 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. <BR/>
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| − | Image:RACE-SIGN-01-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 01.pdf|Download Print Version]]
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| − | Image:RACE-SIGN-02-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 02.pdf|Download Print Version]]
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| − | Image:RACE-SIGN-03-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 03.pdf|Download Print Version]]
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| − | Image:RACE-SIGN-04-150.png|[[Media:RACE SIGN 04.pdf|Download Print Version]]
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| − | ===Public transport===
| + | [[London_ride | Find locations, times and other details by clicking here]] |
| − | See the [[United_Kingdom_FAQ | UK FAQs]].
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| − | ===Weather=== | + | ==Support Us== |
| − | 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, but it just might be shortened. If so, follow the Marshals' instructions.
| + | The ride is made possible by volunteer helpers and generous donations from our participants. Please join the collective. No one |
| − | <br/><br/> | + | is paid for running WNBR London, but we do have some significant expenses like radio comms hire, road closure fees, insurance, printing, marshals' ID, etc.<br> |
| − | In any case bring warm dry clothes to change into after the ride, and keep them dry.
| + | [https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=UGA9T8VT8HH5W Please click here to donate by PayPal] It's got to be worth a fiver or more! |
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| − | 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!
| + | [[Image:donatewithpaypal364x70.png|Donate with PayPal|link=https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=UGA9T8VT8HH5W]]<br> |
| − | <br/><br/> | + | or contact us if you could volunteer to help with planning, publicity, preparation, assistance at the start and finish, marshalling, or leading a ride - we really need your help. |
| − | For a five-day weather forecast, visit one of [http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/se/london_forecast_weather.html Met Office], [http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=LONDON MetCheck] or [http://news.bbc.co.uk/weather/forecast/8?&showDay=A BBC Weather] (and choose day).
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| − | ===Other Discounts===
| + | The London WNBR is part of [http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week]. |
| − | [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.
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| − | ==Getting involved==
| + | [[Image:BikeWeekUK-Logo.jpg|Bike Week|link=http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/]] |
| − | 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.
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| − | ===Poster===
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| − | As with the 2009 ride, some A4 posters will be printed ahead of the 2011 ride. If more are needed, a PDF file can be downloaded from
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| − | *'''[[:media:Wnbr09_London_A4.pdf|Full colour A4 Poster for London (UK design)]]'''
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| − | ===Spread the word===
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| − | 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.
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| − | ===World Naked Bike Ride stalls===
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| − | The WNBR usually has stalls at events. Please get in touch if you can help with the stall or leafleting at these events.
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| − | [http://www.camdengreenfair.org.uk Camden Green Fair and Bike Fest] Sunday 5th June 2011, midday till 7pm. Regents Park.
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| − | [http://enviro.susu.org/ Southampton University Environment & Ethics Week]('''Stall to be Confirmed''')<br />
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| − | From Monday 27 April 2009<br/>
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| − | Building 42, University Highfield Campus, SO17 1JB
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| − | [http://www.environmental-rock.org.uk Environmental Rock] (Southampton)('''Stall to be Confirmed''')<br> | |
| − | Saturday 25 April 2009, from 12 noon at [http://thehobbitpub.co.uk the Hobbit Pub].<br>
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| − | ENTRY = Free<br>
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| − | [the above info may be helpful next year, so I've hidden it]-->
| + | ==Finding Out More== |
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| − | ===Events to leaflet===
| + | *WNBR London has its own website called [https://WNBRLondon.UK/ WNBRLondon.UK] |
| − | | + | *Look for us on [https://www.facebook.com/WNBRLondon/ Facebook] |
| − | Please help us by distributing leaflets at the following events if possible!
| + | *Follow us on [https://twitter.com/WNBRLondon Twitter] |
| − | | + | *For press enquiries see the [http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/press/ media information page] on the main site |
| − | <!-- <br>[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk London Critical Mass ride]
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| − | Friday 27 May 2011 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)'''<br>
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| − | ENTRY = Free<br>-->
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| − | [http://www.lfns.co.uk The Friday Night Skate]<br>
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| − | Friday nights weekly assembling near the Wellington Arch. People start arriving from about 7:50, the skate leaves at 8pm<br>
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| − | ENTRY = Free<br>
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| − | Note that this event doesn't happen if the weather is poor.<br>
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| − | ===Planning meetings===
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| − | 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.
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| − | '''The 2011 meetings are as follows (19:00 start for all meetings):'''
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| − | # Thursday 10 February 2011 (Frank to facilitate/produce minutes)
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| − | # Thursday 24 March 2011
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| − | # Thursday 14 April 2011
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| − | # Thursday 12 May 2011
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| − | # Thursday 26 May 2011 or 09 June 2011
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| − | <!-- '''Plus a post-ride review meeting''' (for people who participated in organising the ride)
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| − | # Thursday 24 June 2010 -->
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| − | Meetings are held at [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?"
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| − | 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
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| − | ===Interviews===
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| − | 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]].
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| − | ===On the day===
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| − | 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.
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| − | ===Being a volunteer steward===
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| − | 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).
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| − | 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.
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| − | '''As a steward you will be required to:'''
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| − | *Register to be a steward in advance (if you turn up on the day with an offer to help, there will be limited things you can assist with and it probably won't be an exciting job).
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| − | *Attend the pre-ride '''Steward Induction and Training Session''' (date/time TBA) <!-- 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.
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| − | *Arrive in Hyde Park by '''1pm on Saturday 11 June 2011''' for an additional '''Ride Briefing'''.
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| − | *Act as a steward for the event from 1pm until 6pm (very busy from 2pm to 5pm).
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| − | *Wear shoes and clothes for the duration of the ride
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| − | *Wear a high-visibility vest that you borrow and return to the lead steward. | |
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| − | '''Additionally, you will be expected to:'''
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| − | *Be a confident and proficient cyclist
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| − | *Be able to follow instructions from the Lead Steward.
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| − | *Be reasonable, responsible and approachable.
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| − | *Maintain a courteous and friendly disposition (even under pressure).
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| − | *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).
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| − | *Carry a mobile phone (for use only in emergencies).
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| − | '''In return, you will receive:'''
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| − | *A FREE World Naked Bike Ride flag (Normally only available for £3 donation).
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| − | *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).
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| − | *Support, assistance and guidance from the Lead Steward.
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| − | *A warm glow knowing that you’ve helped to make the London WNBR a success!
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| − | If you have a PMR radio handset (walkie talkie), please bring it with you.
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| − | The up-to-date (2010) London Stewarding Guidelines can be read [http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/images/f/fd/London_WNBR_Stewarding_Guidelines.pdf here]
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| − | '''If you think you might volunteer as a London WNBR Ride Steward''', please contact this year's Lead Marshall: John ''[email protected]''. | |
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| − | ==History==
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| − | See [[London history]]
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| − | ==Media coverage==
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| − | Moved to [[London media coverage]] page.
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| − | ==Photos==
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| − | Moved to [[London photos]] page.
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| − | ==Videos==
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| − | Moved to [[London videos]] page.
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| − | ==Photography policy==
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| − | See [[London photography policy]]
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| − | ==Links==
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| − | ===Websites===
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| − | *[http://www.worldnakedbikeride.org/uk/ WNBR UK] (official site)
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| − | *Facebook: [http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=13017417418 group] [http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=153964541323740 event]
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| − | *[http://www.myspace.com/wnbr_london WNBR London's Myspace page] (non-official site)
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| − | *[http://www.slide.com/r/v7R87AFb4z-AevC5RIyhK9v3sJEYHh9q LNBR 08']London Naked bike ride 2008 by Ramon Andarias
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| − | *[http://www.bikewars.co.uk/ Bikewars],"[http://www.bikewars.co.uk ‘Image Galleries of the London and Brighton Ride 2009 & 2010 & 2011]"
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| − | ===Discussion groups===
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| − | 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.''
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| − | *[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
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| − | ===Listings===
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| − | *[http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/64982/ Upcoming]
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| − | ===Related interest groups===
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| − | =====Skating=====
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| − | *http://www.lfns.co.uk (Friday Night Skate and Sunday Stroll)
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| − | *http://www.londonskate.com (London Skate - Wednesday Skates)
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| − | =====Cycling=====
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| − | *[http://www.ecochariots.com/ Eco Chariots]: rickshaw/pedicabs and cycle taxi hire for events and privet bookings
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| − | *[http://www.actionbikes.co.uk/ Action Bikes]
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| − | *[http://www.bicycleballet.co.uk/ Bicycle Ballet] | |
| − | *[http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Bicycle Film Festival]
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| − | *[http://www.bike2work.info/ Bike2Work] | |
| − | *[http://www.bikeweek.org.uk/ Bike Week] 13-21 June 2009
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| − | *[http://www.bugbugs.co.uk/ Bug Bugs]: rickshaws and pedicabs
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| − | *[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
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| − | *[http://www.criticalmasslondon.org.uk/ Critical Mass London]
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| − | *[http://www.ctc.org.uk/ CTC - the UK's national cycling campaign]
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| − | *[http://www.lcc.org.uk/ London Cycling Campaign]
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| − | *[http://www.lovelondon.org.uk/ London Sustainability Weeks]
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| − | *[http://www.resonancefm.com/ Resonance 104.4 FM]
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| − | *[http://www.rinky-dink.org/ Rinky Dink]
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| − | *[http://www.slickwillies.co.uk/ Slick Willies]
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| − | *[http://www.thebikeshow.com/ The Bike Show] on Resonance FM (with weekly podcasts)
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| − | *[http://www.transport2000.org.uk/ Transport 2000]
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| − | *[http://www.westminster.gov.uk/gis/index.cfm?LayerID=13 Westminster City Council: map of cycle stands in Westminster]
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| − | *[http://www.velorution.biz/ Velorution]
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| − | *[http://www.zerocouriers.com/ ZERO Couriers]
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| − | =====Ecological campaigns=====
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| − | *[http://lovelondon.london21.org/ Love London, Love Your Planet] 4-28 June 2009
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| − | *[http://www.climatecamp.org.uk/ Climate Camp]
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| − | *[http://www.londonrisingtide.org.uk/ London Rising Tide]
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| − | *[http://www.roadblock.org.uk/ Road Block]: Alliance Against Road Building
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| − | *[http://www.stopurban4x4s.org.uk/ Alliance Against Urban 4x4s]
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| − | *[http://www.veggies.org.uk/ Veggies Catering Campaign (Nottingham)]
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| − | *[http://www.planestupid.com/ Plane Stupid!]
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| − | *[http://www.foe.co.uk/ Friends of the Earth] (UK)
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| − | *[http://coinet.org.uk/ Climate Outreach Information Network]
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| − | *[http://www.freewheelers.co.uk/ Freewheelers]
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| − | *[http://www.stopclimatechaos.org Stop Climate Chaos Coalition]
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| − | *[http://www.peopleandplanet.org/climatechange/ People and Planet]
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| − | =====Body freedom/Naturism=====
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| − | *[http://www.bodyfreedom.org/ Body Freedom Collaborative]
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| − | *[http://www.british-naturism.org.uk/ British Naturism]
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| − | *[http://www.go-bare.org/ Go Bare]
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| − | *[http://www.nuff.org.uk/factfile/ NUFF]
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| − | *[http://wngd.org/ World Naked Gardening Day]
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| − | *[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]
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| − | *[http://www.nakedwalk.org/ Naked Walk - about Steve Gough, the Naked Rambler]
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| − | *[http://www.naktiv.net/books/active-nudists.html Active Nudists (includes WNBR coverage) Photo Book with Reviews]
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| − | *[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 ]
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| − | =====Naked protest=====
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| − | *[http://www.barewitness.org/ Bare Witness]
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| − | ===Location information===
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| − | *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]
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| − | *[[Wikipedia: London]]
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| − | *[[Wikipedia: Greater London]]
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