Upcoming Social Cycling Events
Check out our current programme of events such as Winter Wellness sessions, family cycling 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:
Cycle Touring and Exploring - Cycle Touring Stories (Touring Abroad)
Carrying on our theme of sharing our cycle touring stories, Join Eilidh and Tilly, to hear about touring overseas. Eilidh has done 6 big trips in Brazil, Sri Lanka, India, Spain, Scotland, Portugal, and Morocco but explains how she still doesnt feel like a Pro-tourer! Tilly did her first tour as an organised group with Ecotopia In Macadonia and Greece and has since toured in Scandanavia and Germany.
£1-5
Monday 20th January, 6-8pm
Join us for a fun workshop where we'll explore everything family cycle touring.
Learn practical tips for planning your own family-friendly adventure, spark ideas for WOW's upcoming family trip, and connect with like-minded families.
Whether you’re new to cycle touring or an experienced rider, this is the perfect opportunity to dream, plan, and build community with others who share your passion for exploration on two wheels!
Kids welcome. Pay what you can £1-5.
Intro to Family Cycle Touring
Saturday 11th January, 10-11.30am
Inspiration Nights
Kendal Mountain Festival - Film Screening
We are absolutely thrilled to bring you some of the brilliant films from this year’s Kendal Mountain Festival at an informal film screening on Monday 13th January. We will be screening the following films:
Descent (feature film - 1 hour)
My Last Day of Summer (short film)
On Falling (short film)
Riding the Rails (short film)
Shred and Flow (short film)
Where the Wild Things Play (short film)
All films are around the theme of women and cycling. It’ll be a belter! Refreshments are provided.
Pay what you can £1-8.
Monday 13th January, 6-8m
Winter Wellness Events
Similar to last year, we are running another Winter Wellness programme. These sessions are all about bringing women and families together at a time which can be challenging for many.
To get an overview of the various events, check out the poster or for more details see the event listings below.
Please note events can’t be booked earlier than two month in advance. For the later events, please check back in later to booker your place.
Living your best life through the menopause
By popular demand we are bringing back our talk on menopause and peri-menopause and the physical and mental impacts they have on us, especially in relation to our cycling experiences.
We are lucky to be joined by the two wonderful speakers Vicky Begg from The Sports Counsel and Aneela McKenna from Mor Diversity, who will share info, tips and their experiences of the menopause/peri-menopause and how to stay active during this time.
Sharing our experiences in a safe space is the best way to combat the challenges we face at this stage in life.
Pay what you can £1-8.
Monday 27th January, 6-8m
This course is offered through the LifeCycle Trust in Balfron. This is a 2-day course that looks at building confidence and resilience through physical, creative and personal development activities. The course is pay what you can £20-70. The course is in Balfron (near Drymen) and transport is not provided but Holly will set up a Whatsapp group and try and arrange some car sharing so if people do not drive/have access to a car then this should not be a problem/barrier. To join this session, please email Holly on women@womenonwheels.org.uk.
Thrill ‘n’ Chill Course
Saturdays 19th and 26th January
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:
Balfron Mountain Bike Day Trip
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 £0-40
Sunday 23rd February, 9.30am-3.30pm
Beginner Mountain Bike Course
Are you new to mountain biking and want to build your skills and confidence in a fun and supportive environment?
Join our brand new mountain biking course at Cathkin Braes consisting of three half day sessions spread out over three months.
Mountain bikes and helmets can be borrowed from Women on Wheels for the sessions. Sessions will start at our Hub in Govanhill and together we will cycle up to Cathkin Braes where the session will be coached. You must attend all 3 sessions to book.
The course is suitable for those new to mountain biking but you must be able to ride a bike competently.
The full course is pay what you can £1-100.
Saturdays 25th January, 22nd February & 22nd March, 10am-2pm
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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