Upcoming Social Cycling Events
Check out our current programme of events such as BMX and MTB sessions, family cycling, cycle touring and much more
Family Events
How to Start a Bike Bus - Cycling to School Webinar with Shawlands Bike Bus
Monday 12th May, 7.30-8.30pm
Have you seen a Bike Bus pop up on social media or in your local area? Interested in starting one in your local community? Learn from Shawlands Bike Bus Co-founder, Katherine Cory (also Women on Wheels Families Coordinator!) about how to get started, tips, tricks, challenges and how different bike buses tackle barriers to cycling to get families in their communities riding to school!
Bike buses ooze fun and joy and this short webinar is sure to be an enjoyable intro to the movement. There will lots of time for Q&A, so don't be shy - get our questions ready!
Sign up using the link below - Zoom link will be sent on day of event.
All welcome.
If you need any more info just contact Katherine on families@womenonwheels.org.uk.
Kidical Mass
Sunday 18th May, 2.30pm
Kidical Mass is a fun, family-friendly bike ride with a serious message: We want for safer streets for all. It's open to cyclists of all ages and abilities. The ride is a celebration of community, joy, and the belief that everyone should feel safe and welcome on our streets.
We meet at 2.30pm at People’s Palace in Glasgow Green. The ride starts at 3pm and follows a city centre route of approximately 4.2km returning to People’s Palace. The ride should take about an hour.
Whether you're cycling with your family, coming solo, or simply passionate about creating a more inclusive and cycle-friendly Glasgow – this ride is for you. 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.
Social Events
Millport Cycle Ride
Join us for a fun filled cycle around the Isle of Cumbrae (Millport). Families welcome. Different lengths available (Lap of the island- 10 miles, or Fintry Bay (6 miles). Borrow bikes from us or bring your own. We have child seats and trailers available. Bikes will be transported in a van but transport will be via Train and Ferry! Transport, bike hire and ride leaders included in price.
If you are booking for children please book a slot per child. Please contact us if you would like to borrow bikes or equipment for the session. We will be in touch about transporting bikes closer to the date but our rough plan is to get the train from Glasgow Central at 9.45am
Monday 5th May, 9am-5pm
BMX Events
BMX Session for Beginners and Intermediates
Monday 2nd June, 6-8pm
Monday 30th June, 6-8pm
Keen to learn how to BMX or develop your skills in a social, inclusive environment?
Join this 2-hour practical session where you will learn the basics of BMX-ing with a qualified coach. This session is also suitable for intermediate/improvers who want to practice and improve skills with the help from a BMX coach. You must be a competent cyclist to take part but no BMX-ing experience required. Bikes and helmets are provided and the session meets at Cathkin Park (near Women on Wheels).
Pay what you can £1-20
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:
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
Cycle Touring 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:
Beginner Cycle Tour - Glasgow to Edinburgh
Never been on a cycle tour before? 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. Our tour goes from Glasgow to Edinburgh (65 miles over 2 days) staying overnight Saturday at Spoke and Boot Campsite (tents or pods available).
This tour is an overnight trip, starting at 9am on Saturday 10th May and returning by 6pm on Sunday 11th May. 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). 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)
The tour is pay what you can £150-180.
Saturday 10th May to Sunday 11th May
Intermediate Cycle Tour - Bute and Argyll
Intermediate cycle tour covering roughly 30 miles a day on the Isle of Bute and around Argyll. Overnight stay in Roseland Campsite in Rothesey (Bute) (Pods and Camping available). This tour is suitable for anyone who has experience cycling for longer duration and can manage hills and who is happy cycling on rural roads. Transport, accommodation, equipment loan, ride leaders and breakfast on Sunday included in price.
Rough Plan: Train to Gourock - Ferry to Dunoon. 35 mile cycle ride to Rothesay (Ferry to Bute from Colintraive). Stay overnight at Campsite in Rothesay and then Day 2 30 mile loop of Bute before ferry back to Wemyss Bay and train back to Glasgow. Any specific questions please email women@womenonwheels.org.uk.
The tour is pay what you can £150-180
Saturday 21st June to Sunday 22nd June
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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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