These "heritage" style cycle stands outside the church on Kings Heath High Street make it impossible to lock up a bike in the correct way. They really need to be replaced with something useful if we want to promote active travel. Fortunately there are proper cycle stands nearby and along the high street, though cycle stands on the high street have in the past been destroyed by drivers who were unable to control their motor vehicle. This spot at least should be far enough away from the road to eliminate the possibility of your bike being destroyed along with the stand.
