Free cycling festivals for the whole family this summer
Exeter and Cranbrook residents looking for something to do this summer are in for a treat thanks to a series of free cycling festivals taking place in the city during the school holidays.
There are six events taking place throughout the summer, each one in a different location across the city and Cranbrook and all completely free for the whole family.
The events have been developed by Live and Move – the Sport England Local Delivery Programme running in Exeter and Cranbrook that aims to encourage residents to move more in their everyday lives – and Active Devon.
Sophia King, Cycling Partnerships Officer from Active Devon says that giving people of all generations an opportunity to attend a fun, free day out is a great incentive to move more.
She added: ‘Cycling is such an effective way of keeping active and is something that the whole family can enjoy together, whilst also enjoying some fun, free activities such as circus skills and making smoothies on a bike. There will also be free tea and coffee for everybody, and goody bags. So, whether you are a first-time cyclist wanting to find out more, or want to pop along with friends, come and say hello!’
Attendees can also benefit from free ‘Dr Bike’ maintenance sessions with Ride On and cycling confidence sessions (both bookable in advance).
Councillor Josie Parkhouse, Portfolio Holder for Leisure Services & Physical Activity is keen to stress that it doesn’t matter whether people haven’t cycled for years.
She added: ‘It really doesn’t matter whether you’re a 100 mile a week cyclist or haven’t been on a bike in years. The emphasis here is on the word ‘fun’. Our aim is just to get people together, being active and having a great time.
The events taking place are as follows:
Exeter Arena: Thursday 28 July, 10.30 – 1pm
Cowick Barton Playing Fields: Thursday 4 August, 1pm - 3:30pm
Wonford Playing Fields: Tuesday 9 August, 10:30am - 1pm
Hamlin Lane Playing Fields: Friday 12 August, 10:30am - 1pm
Exwick - Playing Fields: Wednesday 17 August, 1pm - 3:30pm
Cranbrook Burrough Fields Road Playing Field: Thursday 25 August 1pm - 3.30pm
