Croydon Bicycle Theatre was set up by Amy Foster and Vanessa Hammick in order to do three things here in Croydon:

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• Create new, exciting and safe events that will get people on their bikes;

• Explore the diverse history, symbolism and associations of cycling, and investigate news ways cycling can shape the future;

• Support and promote activities that make cycling and walking healthier, safer and more accessible.

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When cycling began in the 19th century, it quickly become a potent symbol of freedom and liberty, emancipating women, youths and the lower classes alike. It has even been credited with widening the gene pool by connecting rural villages!

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Cycling is clean, healthy and relatively cheap- and it is making a huge comeback as a solution to so many of the environmental and health-related problems we face today.

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Air pollution is a topic we feel particularly passionate about. Every year air pollution leads to staggering 9,500 deaths in London. The economic cost is £3.7 billion. It is a serious problem and cycling has to be supported to become a more viable alternative to the car.

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But above all, we truly believe cycling is fulfilling and fun- there is nothing like the feeling of riding a bike for the first time!

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Our upcoming projects include:

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• A trip to Arnhem, Croydon’s twin town in Holland. We want to see how Holland managed to halt the invasion of the car and switch to the eco-friendly bike instead;

• Bike tours for school children;

• A tour revealing the history of Dubstep here in Croydon;

• A comedy night- on a bike!

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If you would like to be kept up to date about our events here in Croydon please email us at croydonbicycletheatre@gmail.com .