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One of the directors of Capital of Cycling. Former academic at The University of Bradford. Also a poet and author.

Adult Lessons are back!

Lesson in progress

We’re offering Adult Learn to Ride and Adult Confidence Building Cycle Lessons once again, and they’re running on Thursdays. We’re limiting group sizes to four and doing what we can to make the activities as safe as possible, and being as cautious as possible – but we think it’s time. More about safety procedures are …

COVID-19 Statement

Updated 23rd Feb 2022 Although certain legal restrictions have ended, Capital of Cycling is continuing to help prevent the spread of Covid 19 by remaining cautious. Everyone entering our venues can help. We will still: Suggest face coverings indoors Run sessions with small groups only in well ventilated spaces Encourage home and flexible working Limit …

Feb Half Term: Balance, Learn to Ride and Family Fun!

ALL FREE! Supported by Bradford Council’s Bikeability Programme and with help from the JU:MP Programme Get your little one cycling for the first time with our balance bike sessions for tots (2-8 years old), or older kids with learn to ride (5-14 year old) and confidence building sessions or sign up for our family fun …

Learn to Ride Sessions (5-14 year olds)

We’re delighted to be hosting Learn to Ride Sessions on Saturdays. Our qualified Bike-ability instructors will help get your kids on two wheels for fitness and fun! In partnership with Margaret Carey Foundation (funded by Cycling UK), we’re offering free kids learn to ride sessions on Saturdays – 5th, 12th and 19th of Feb. Sessions …

Celebration Ride and Pedal Powered Cinema!

When and where: Friday 27th. Ride to Saltaire Brewery from Capital of Cycling. Meeting from 4pm to set off at 5pm sharp. We expect to arrive at the Saltaire Brewery from 6pm, and the film starts at 7:30pm At Saltaire Brewery there’ll be a pedal powered cinema from 7:30pm – so you can just turn …

Bradford Cycling Festival 2019

Find out what’s going on in the weeks running up to the UCI World’s race in Bradford. Rides, family activities, arts, food and culture. It’s a big celebration of Bradford’s Cycling Scene! Apart from the race itself, particular highlights are: Community Celebration Ride and Pedal Powered Cinema event on the Friday evening before the ride. …

Myra Shay – Cycling Fun (BD3)

27 AUGUST 2019 • 10 TO 12 AM On Tuesday morning (27th Aug) we’ll be in Myra Shay playing field with kids bikes, wacky challenge bikes and more! All kit provided (or bring your own if you like) * Fun cycling activities for kids and the whole family* Pedal powered smoothie maker* Dr Bike: free …