Not an entirely random name for a blog, but close. I am not a goat herder - in the usual meaning of that word; nor does the Urban Dictionary definition apply to me either (for a decade at least): an extremely drunk male who having lost all self-respect and standards, loses his powers of discrimination when pulling females. It is said that Gateshead derives its name from a settlement near an early Tyne crossing where goats once roamed. The goats are long gone, but me - I like to roam these parts - or rather run - exploring new places, rediscovering old ones in and around Gateshead and Newcastle when I'm out jogging. This blog is a collection of my photos, thoughts, observations, rants, loves and hates about Newcastle and Gateshead.

Wednesday 25 March 2015

Work commences on Sustrans cycling hub



You heard it here first.  Back in January I told you that Sustrans was set to open a cycling hub and cafe on the Blue Carpet Square in Newcastle:

http://novumcastellum.blogspot.co.uk/2015/01/sustrans-to-open-bike-workshop-and-cafe.html

"Sustrans - the "leading charity enabling people to choose healthier, cleaner and cheaper journeys" are set to open up a bicycle hub where cyclists can leave their bikes securely and have a shower."

Well, the builders are in, and they are in the process of stripping out the old fittings of Fusion Bar and commencing the necessary alterations.