Gazette News
New cycle parking in Newgate Market, York
7:50am Thursday 23rd February 2012
Cyclists now have more choice where to park their bikes in York city centre.
A new secure and sheltered cycle parking area has been created in Newgate Market.
It was set up by City of York Council, which has converted a row of empty trader stalls at the back of the market.
The row of cycle racks has room to park up to 20 bikes, which will be sheltered from the rain, or snow, as they are under the old trader stalls’ canopy, which has been retained. This new area of cycle parking is best accessed via the archway from Shambles and is monitored by nearby CCTV.
Coun Dave Merrett, the council’s cabinet member for city strategy, said: “Cycling in York is so popular that it is sometimes difficult to find cycle parking within the city centre, and racks are often full for much of the day. “The new racks are a great addition to the city’s cycle parking, and make good use out of an existing market stall.
“Being undercover and sheltered from the elements is an additional bonus.”