I noted this at bottom of my
posting on University bike fleets but thought later that a separate
thread might be appropriate. The new footbridge in Workington is some
distance from the direct route crossing point, and the bicycle can
provide the ability to cover distances - restoring fairly effectively
the journey times previously enjoyed by use of the 2 road bridges to
reach shops, schools and workplaces.
There may be some interesting financial models to consider for using
the hire fleets, some of which may be in storage for the winter season,
and thus costing money rather than earning it.
Dave Holladay