Weekend of family cycling fun in Town Park as council relaunches Telford Bike Hub
Families and cycling enthusiasts are in for a treat on the weekend of 9th and 10th April, as Telford Town Park plays host to a packed schedule of fun, free biking activities.
This Big Biking Weekend celebrates the relaunch of Telford & Wrekin Council’s popular Bike Hub, which reopens on Saturday 9 April.
Cllr Carolyn Healy, Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Green Spaces, Natural and Historic Environment and Cultural Services, said:
“We’ve got so many great biking activities planned for the weekend in Telford Town Park.
“There’s something for everyone – whether you’re new to bikes or a keen cyclist, young or old – we’ve got guided scenic rides, ‘learn to ride’ sessions, tandem ‘try-outs’ and much, much more. Even better, these activities are all free, with bikes and helmets provided!”
“As a council, we want every child, young person and adult to live well in their community. We also want everyone to have the opportunity to explore and enjoy our wonderful green spaces. So what better than a free day out, having fun on a bike, in our brilliant ‘green flag’ Town Park.”
Telford Bike Hub is located in Telford Town Park, behind the Visitor Centre
Its Big Biking Weekend activities include:
SATURDAY 9TH APRIL - Throughout the day…
- Tandems try out: 10:00 – 16:00
Come along and try out our tandems, they're great fun, guaranteed to have you in hysterics! 1-hour slots throughout the day.
Recommended for adults
- SmartWater bike marking: 10:00 – 16:00
Bring your bike along to get it marked with Smart Water free of charge. Smart water is a forensic traceable liquid that is assigned to your possessions with their own unique forensic code, allowing them to be traced back to you and criminals back to the crime.
- Meet Justin the unicycle juggler: 10:30 – 12:00 & 14:00 – 15:30
Justin the unicycle juggler and balloon twister will be performing tricks and stunts with varying magnitudes of difficulty and impressiveness. Children and adults alike cannot hold back the smiles!
- Dr Bike: 11:00 – 15:00
Bring along your bike and let our experienced mechanic check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyre pressure to lights, racks, pedals, saddles and more!
SATURDAY 9TH APRIL - Morning activities…
- Learn to Ride – Children (morning session): 10:30 – 11:30
A fun and highly practical session where children will learn skills and techniques to help them improve balance and co-ordination. This session is for children who can't yet ride. Bike and helmet provided.
Recommended for ages 4 – 18
SATURDAY 9TH APRIL - Afternoon activities…
- Guided ride: Bike Hub to Coalport: 12:00 – 15:15
Join us at midday when we set off for a leisurely ride from Telford Bike Hub to Coalport. Taking the route of the Silkin Way and enjoying the beautiful Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, stopping at the Brewery Inn for refreshments before returning to the Town Park. Bike and helmet included.
Recommended for ages 12+
- Family Bike Maintenance Workshop (beginners): 13:30 – 15:00
Ideal for new cyclists, young riders and those responsible for looking after family bikes. This course teaches you how to check and adjust bikes making sure they are safe to be ridden, using a bike pump and simple tools normally carried on a day out. You will learn how to competently deal with everyday repairs.
Recommended for ages 8+
- Learn to Ride – Children (afternoon session): 15:30 – 16:30
A fun and highly practical session where children will learn skills and techniques to help them improve balance and co-ordination. This session is for children who can't yet ride. Bike and helmet provided.
Recommended for ages 4 – 18
SUNDAY 10TH APRIL - Throughout the day…
- Tandems try out: 10:00 – 16:00
Come along and try out our tandems, they're great fun, guaranteed to have you in hysterics! 1-hour slots throughout the day.
Recommended for adults.
- SmartWater bike marking: 10:00 – 16:00
Bring your bike along to get it marked with Smart Water free of charge. Smart water is a forensic traceable liquid that is assigned to your possessions with their own unique forensic code, allowing them to be traced back to you and criminals back to the crime.
- Dr Bike: 11:00 – 15:00
Bring along your bike and let our experienced mechanic check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyre pressure to lights, racks, pedals, saddles and more!
SUNDAY 10TH APRIL - Morning activities…
- Family ride in the Town Park: 11:00 – 13:00
Setting off at 11am, the ride will take place around the trails of the Town Park. The ride is not particularly long (around 4 – 5 miles) and will take in many of the beautiful sites around the Town Park and surrounding areas. Participants must be able to ride a bike without help but riders of all abilities are welcome so do not worry if your child is not a particularly fast or confident rider. Bike and helmet provided.
Recommended for ages 6+
SUNDAY 10TH APRIL - Afternoon activities…
- Bike maintenance (intermediate): 14:00 – 15:30
Designed for people who have a base level of knowledge and want to be confident completing some of the more complex areas of bike maintenance.
Recommended for ages 12+
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- Learn to Ride – Adult: 15:30 – 16:30
This session is ideal for any adult who doesn’t yet ride, those who haven't ridden for some time or if you feel a bit nervous and wobbly. Sessions consist of lots of social, easy, fun, safe activities that will improve your confidence and help you get a bit fitter too. Bike and helmet provided.
Recommended for adults
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