Upcoming Social Cycling Events
Check out our current programme of events such as BMX and MTB sessions, family cycling, cycle touring and much more
Cycle Touring Events
Cycle touring, also known as bicycle touring or bike touring, is a form of self supported travel that involves exploring various destinations using a bike and your own pedal power. Our Cycle Touring programme is designed to inspire and give you the skills to give it a go. Check out our current events below:
Planning, packing and camping
If wondered how you would fit all your kit on a bike for a cycle tour? New to camping and not entirely sure what to pack and how to get set up? Join us for an afternoon learning all things cycle touring in a fun and informal setting. This 2-hour session will cover:
What to pack and how to carry your kit on a bike
What to wear
How to plan your own trip using Komoot
How to put up a tent
The design is designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to join our beginners cycle tour or organise your very own cycle tour.
For women and non-binary people aged 16+ only.
Pay what you can £1-30
Tuesday 26 May, 6-8pm
Cycle Tour for beginners - Glasgow to Edinburgh
Saturday 20 June, 9am - Sunday 21 June, 6pm
Never been on a cycle tour before? If dreamt of cycling all the way to the east coast? Now is the perfect chance to try it in a fun and supportive environment. This tour is suitable for those who can cycle for a good few hours at a gentle pace and are looking to push themselves a bit further.
Day 1: Glasgow to Falkirk
We’ll set off from our Hub in Govanhill at 9am cycling up through the city before joining the canal path. We’ll make plenty of stops along the way to explore, snack and chat. We will be staying overnight in Spoke and Boot campsite in Falkirk (Pods and camping available, indoor toilets, shower and relaxing area with sofas and fire). Once we get to the campsite everyone gets settled in and we’ll cook together and relax in the lovely common area.
Day 2: Falkirk to Edinburgh
We’ll start the day with a fab breakfast before packing up our stuff and taking off. We’ll visit the Kelpies and Falkirk Wheel on our way. Just like the previous day, we’ll go at an easy pace and enjoy snack breaks and stops along the way. Once we reach Edinburgh, we’ll catch a train home - by then our legs will be knackered, but our hearts full!
All equipment can be loaned for the trip if needed and evening meal on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday provided. This price includes accommodation, train fare back from Edinburgh, food for 2 meals and 3 support staff to help with route guiding, mechanical issues and cooking and organising group meals. Each day you will cycle roughly 32 miles (Fairly flat). This will be at a gentle pace and no one will get left behind. Any specific questions please email women@womenonwheels.org.uk
More details will be given at a special pre trip meeting before the tour. (Date for this to be organised)
Family Events
Kidical Mass
Kidical Mass is a fun, family-friendly bike ride with a serious message: We want safe streets for kids - because safe streets for kids are safe streets for all. It's open to cyclists of all ages and abilities.
Why should you join? We don’t know about you, but we believe...
🏫 Every child should be able to cycle to school safely. Yet we lack adequate, well-connected cycling infrastructure to make this happen.
🌬 Every child deserves to breathe in clean air. Yet, 93% of Glasgow schools are in areas that violate WHO guidelines on safe air to breathe. Yikes!
🏙 Every child should be safe in our public spaces. Yet, do you feel comfortable letting your child or young person enjoy our public spaces independently?
We meet at 11.30am in Queens Park by the Victoria Rd entrance. The ride starts at 12pm and should take about an hour.
Bring pals, neighbours, family you name it. The more we are, the louder our voice for change!
Kidical Mass is organised by Sunny Cycles, Parents for Future Scotland Women On Wheels.
Visit Sunny Cycles for FAQs about the event.
It’s totally free to take part, but if you’re able to we ask that you sign up in advance to help us gauge numbers.
Sunday 31 May, 11.30am-1pm
Social Events
Yoga - Move
Last Monday of each month. Next session is 25 May, 6.30-7.30pm
A joyful community embodied yoga flow organised and led by the lovely Gemma - an experienced yoga instructor and cycle trainer.
A bit about the practice:
Beginner friendly embodied movement to feel alive
Expect fun, intuitive, curious, playful and authentic movement. Weaving movement, meditation, visualisation and pranayama (breath practice).
Come as you are, to just be and to trust what wants to move through you.
What to bring:
Yourself, a mat (yoga or otherwise, or even a towel) and comfy clothes which are easy to move in. Layers are great to help keep warm in moments of stillness and cooler through movement.
Pay-as-you-can scale available. Please note, the session is not organised by Women On Wheels, but is hosted at our premises. 20% of proceeds from each booking is donated to Women on Wheels.
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:
Introduction to Mountain Biking - Evening Session in Pollok Park
Wednesday 20 May, 6-8pm
Join us for an evening introducing you to Mountain Biking in Pollok Park. This is the perfect opportunity for those wanting to try MTBing. Led by a qualified and experienced mountain bike coach, you'll learn the basic skills and techniques needed to ride some simple trails in Pollok Park.
You'll meet at the WoW hub and cycle to Pollok Park together, do some drills and skills, ride some basic trails and ride back to the Hub together
Mountain Bikes and helmets will be provided. You must be a competent cyclist (able to control the bike, brake, change gears).
Any questions, email Holly at women@womenonwheels.org.uk
Pay what you can £1-30.
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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