Scarborough residents are being encouraged to swap car journeys for bike rides.
Local charity, Everybody's Cycling are running two free guided leisure cycle rides in and around Scarborough on Saturday (July 6th)
Jessica Shay is behind the event and says the rides are suitable for anyone.
There will be an adult only ride in the morning and a family friendly ride in the afternoon. The short and leisurely rides are free thanks to funding from North Yorkshire Council as part of their Open North Yorkshire programme encouraging people to travel actively for the benefits that cycling brings.
Jessica Shay says The rides are ideal for those who are new or returning to cycling and wanting to build up their cycling confidence and is part of a drive to encourage more local people to swap car journeys for bike rides.
Both rides start and finish from the All Weather Pitch at Gladstone Road Primary School in Scarborough.
- Adult only ride morning session: Meet at 9:45am for 10am start, ride up to 12pm.
- Family friendly afternoon session: Meet at 12:45pm for 1pm start, ride up to 3pm.
Led by a trained ride leader, the rides will start and finish at the All Weather Pitch at Gladstone Road Primary School and will include some car-free National Cycle Network routes including the Cinder Track. The ride length and duration will depend on the group riding ability, and both rides include a brief cycling skills session at the start before enjoying a led ride. The morning ride starts at 10am and is for adults only (ages 18 and above) and the afternoon ride is family friendly and starts at 1pm.
Riders are welcome to bring their own roadworthy bike and helmet, but both can be borrowed for free if needed. Those with balance difficulties, or any other problems riding can borrow (again free of charge) one of Everybody’s Cycling’s adapted cycles such as trikes, tandems, wheelchair transporters, side-by-side companion cycles and handcycles. Cycles must be pre-booked through Eventbrite by midday on Friday July 5th and cannot be borrowed on the day. Bookings can be made at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/everybodys-cycling-39888598233
Chrystal Staveley, Sustainable Travel Officer at North Yorkshire Council says:
“North Yorkshire Council are committed to supporting people of all ages to increase their active travel and physical activity. We are proud to be working alongside Everybody’s Cycling on these two free guided leisure cycle rides in Scarborough. “
Jessica Shay, General Manager at Everybody’s Cycling, says:
“We want to enable everyone to enjoy all the wellbeing benefits that cycling brings. Come along and enjoy fully supported rides around Scarborough and discover the fantastic cycle network whatever your ability – everyone is welcome”.
You can book your place (and bike if needed) through Eventbrite. The rides are limited to up to 10 people per ride.
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