Upcoming Social Cycling Events
Check out our current programme of events such as Winter Wellness sessions, family cycling and much more
Family Events
Spring Family Bike Ride in the Woods
Saturday 29th March, 3.30-5pm
Join us for a fun & gentle spring family bike ride to Malls Mire Woods and meet other families. We'll find a quiet spot in the woods and enjoy a wee snack break amongst the trees. Perfect for all ages and a great way to spend time outdoors together. Bikes, helmets, gloves provided, trailers & bike seats provided. For women and non-binary people only. Boys under 12 welcome. Just bring yourselves!
If you need any more info just contact Katherine on families@womenonwheels.org.uk.
Monday 7th April, 1-4pm
Wednesday 9th April, 9.30am-12.30pm
Monday 14th April, 1-4pm
Kids Bike Skills - Easter Holiday Club
Sign your kids up for a fun and active session focused on building bike skills, learning basic maintenance, and going on short rides. Over three hours based around our hub in Govanhill, kids will gain confidence on their bikes, with breaks to rest and refuel. Bikes and helmets are available if needed, making it easy for everyone to take part. Whether they’re new to cycling or looking to improve, this is a great way to develop skills in a friendly, supportive environment.
Sign up to one or all sessions. Open to children aged 6-12. All abilities welcome - also those kids who haven’t learnt to ride a bike yet.
£10 per child.
If you need any more info just contact Katherine on families@womenonwheels.org.uk.
Easter Holidays Nature Hunt Bike Ride
Monday 7th April, 10am-12pm
Monday 14th April, 10am-12pm
Join us for a nature hunt on bikes! Have you been building up your confidence riding with your kids? Fancy doing something fun and getting outside during the holidays? Then this ride is just for you! This ride is for women and non-binary people and their children. Boys under 12 welcome. Bikes, equipment, trailers etc and support all provided by us. Just bring yourselves!
If you need any more info just contact Katherine on families@womenonwheels.org.uk.
Social Events
Eid Celebration Ride
A gentle ride from Women on Wheels to Glasgow Green. Suitable for families. The route will be mainly on cycle paths and through the park. Small stop for hot drinks and cakes and play in the park for those with children. Cake provided but please bring a hot drink/flask if you have one. Bikes, helmets, gloves provided, trailers & bike seats provided. For women and non-binary people only. Boys under 12 welcome. Just bring yourselves!
Pay what you can £1-20
Sunday 3rd April, 3.30-5pm
Mountain Biking Events
Mountain biking is one of those activities that looks like great fun, but can feel inaccessible when you don’t have the equipment nor the experience to give it a go. Our mountain biking sessions are here to change that: we provide all the equipment and teach you the basics, so you can join in on the fun. Check out the sessions we have available below:
Join us for a day of mountain biking (MTB) at LifeCycle Trust in Balfron. Suitable for women who have never been mountain biking before but you must be able to ride a bike competently. Transport to Balfron will be provided and the session will include coaching and a ride through the beautiful trails. Bikes and helmets provided.
One Hour travel each way, 4 hours of mountain biking and 30 mins for lunch. For women aged 16+ only.
Pay what you can £1-40
Balfron Mountain Bike Day Trip
Sunday 27th April, 9am-3pm
Forest Therapy Picnic Mountain Bike Ride - Glentress
Amazing Mountain Bike event in collaboration with the FNY collective in the Scottish Borders- Glentress! Suitable for anyone who is new to mountain biking or intermediate.
Picnic will be provided.
On the green and blue trails and red optional for those that want it.
There will be some skills work to get people ready for the trails. But you need to have a basic understanding of mountain biking. Please note that transport will not be included but we will set up a Whatsapp group prior to the event to organise car shares.
Please note that you can bring your own MTB to this event or can borrow one of ours/FNY collective bikes for the event.
£10 per person
Sunday 17th May, 8am-5pm
Book events
Exciting cycling journey for all women and families
Family-friendly led rides
Experience the joy of cycling together as a family with our Family-Friendly Led Rides! Explore Glasgow, enjoy safe routes, and create lasting memories.
Join us for an exciting journey that promotes healthy habits, and sparks the love for cycling in your family!
Bikes and helmets are provided. The group will go at a gentle pace but you must be able to ride in a straight line.
Learn to ride group lessons
Our group cycling lessons will be available for complete beginners and everyone who wants to get back on a bike after a break.
We will practice balance, pedalling, braking, turning, and all the basics you need to feel the freedom of cycling.
All equipment is provided.
Build your skills for roadside repairs, such as puncture repair, and soar in confidence.
Bike maintenance classes
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