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Blackpool is part of the Sky Ride campaign, aiming to get one million more people riding a bike by 2013. Sky Ride Blackpool, a mass participation, traffic-free bike ride, takes place on Sunday 14th August - don't miss it!
The area's hosting a range of Sky Ride Local rides – free small, weekly community bike rides that give you a chance to get out and explore your local area.
There are also brilliant bike maintenance workshops taking place to help you keep your wheels in great shape and ride safely and with confidence.
And look out for Breeze bike rides – fun, social, informal bike rides for women. Coming to a park or cycle path near you!
Keep riding
Cycling support in Blackpool
If you’re looking for a brilliant place to cycle, Blackpool is it! The city has rides and routes for all abilities and all the family. British Cycling works with Blackpool Council to promote various new opportunities, new initiatives and new incentives to get you on your bike. For more details on rides, routes, clubs and so much more see the Blackpool Borough Council website.
Blackpool is a Cycle Town – so it’s the perfect place to get involved in cycling of any kind. The Cycle Blackpool website is a great source of invaluable information.
Places to ride
There are a number of amazing routes and venues in the Blackpool area to help you make the most of your cycling experience – there really is something for everyone.
Summer 2011 sees the completion of two fantastic new cycling facilities in Blackpool:
• 1km closed circuit road race track at Palatine Sports Centre
• National standard BMX track in Stanley Park
The rest of the North West
There's some great on- and off-road riding in the North West from the Trough of Bowland in Lancashire to rugged off road trails in the Lake District. Add to this a well-developed network of leisure routes on the flatter coastal area and it's clear that the North West offers a great escape for everyone. Check out British Cycling's guide to where to ride in the North West. Sustrans has also got some great easy rides in Lancashire.
Local cycling clubs
British Cycling can help you to find a club that’s right for you. You can use the ‘club finder’ link to find a club near you. There are lots of great British Cycling-affiliated clubs which would be happy for you to ride with them, including:
Blackpool Clarion Cycling Club
T: 07724 182657
E: blackpoolclarion@hotmail.co.uk
Blackpool Youth Cycling Association
Contact: Tom Leivers
T: 07534 281261
E: tomleivers@britishcycling.org.uk
Cleveleys Road Club
T: 01253 767921
E: crc@gofast.co.uk
Freck Chain Gang
Contact: Sam
T: 07973 551526
E: enquiries@freckchaingang.org.uk
Sky Ride is coming to Blackpool! We’re giving you the unique opportunity to ride your bike through Blackpool’s streets without a car in sight. It’s free and easy to register and anyone can get involved, no matter how wobbly you might be on a bike!
About Blackpool
Sky Ride is coming to Blackpool! We’re giving you the unique opportunity to ride your bike through Blackpool’s streets without a car in sight. It’s free and easy to register and anyone can get involved, no matter how wobbly you might be on a bike!
The route is entirely open and optional, so you can come and go as you please and ride for as long as you choose.
Ride past Blackpool’s famous landmarks and enjoy the entertainment we’ve planned throughout the day.
Sky Ride City events are a great day out and provide the perfect opportunity to get back on your bike. Use the tabs above to check out the route and find out what else is happening throughout the day.
You'll also be in with a chance of winning a fantastic 3D TV and year's Sky package, just for registering to take part in Sky Ride Blackpool. Find out more.
Click here to register and join us at Sky Ride Blackpool.
Blackpool News
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Win with Sky Ride Blackpool!
What could be better than taking part in Sky Ride Blackpool? How about winning a prize just for registering?
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Bike maintenance workshops - coming to Blackpool!
Want to keep your bike in good shape but not sure where to start? Look no further!
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Route
The route for Sky Ride Blackpool is due to be announced soon and is set to be spectacular - make sure you check back to see where we're heading this year...
Sky Ride Local rides are fun, friendly and free community bike rides that help you get out and explore your local area. They’re led by a British Cycling trained ride leader who can provide support and give you a few tips, whatever your age or ability.
About Blackpool
Sky Ride Local rides are fun, friendly and free community bike rides that help you get out and explore your local area. They’re led by a British Cycling trained ride leader who can provide support and give you a few tips, whatever your age or ability.
Rides vary in levels, from beginners to more experienced cyclists, so you can pick a level to suit your skills and enjoyment. Whatever level you choose, you'll be riding on safe routes, with your ride leaders. And if you haven't dusted off your bike for a while, they'll happily check it over for you. Click here to read more about our ride levels.
You can also now pick up prizes for introducing new friends to Sky Ride Local. Just click the Ride for Rewards tab above to find out more.
The Breeze network from British Cycling is all about fun, local bike rides for women, by women – and there's a whole range of support, training and ride opportunities too. The network's informal and relaxed. It’s what you want it to be.
About Blackpool
The Breeze network from British Cycling is all about fun, local bike rides for women, by women – and there's a whole range of support, training and ride opportunities too. The network's informal and relaxed. It’s what you want it to be.
Breeze bike rides are free. Getting involved is easy. You can either use the Ride Finder to look for a Breeze ride in your area (more are being added all the time), or if you're interested in starting a group, why not become a Breeze champion?
Breeze is part of British Cycling’s commitment to getting more women riding bikes for fun, and encouraging more women to join British Cycling. Together we can change cycling for women. Be part of the Breeze network.
Made possible by Lottery Funding
Breeze bike rides are organised and supported by British Cycling. The network has been made possible by investment from the Active Women Campaign funded through the National Lottery and Sport England.
Thank you.
Get the skills, grow in confidence and keep cycling! Whether you’re just starting out on a bike, thinking about cycling more, or simply nuts about bikes – there’s a British Cycling Bike Maintenance Workshop for you.
About Blackpool
Get the skills, grow in confidence and keep cycling! Whether you’re just starting out on a bike, thinking about cycling more, or simply nuts about bikes – there’s a British Cycling Bike Maintenance Workshop for you.
We know that the thought of getting a puncture, miles from home, is daunting for even the most experienced cyclist. Setting off on a great bike ride with the peace of mind that your bike is safe, set up correctly, and that you’re confident and prepared, will allow you to enjoy your bike rides even more.
British Cycling's workshops are delivered in partnership with Spike Taylor and his Pro Tool School. Spike has 18 years experience, and worked with the GB team for 11 years. Total Bike Repair and Maintenance magazine last year described him as “the world's best bike mechanic” – so you’ll be in safe hands.
There are three great workshops to choose from – click the tab above to find about more about each, and choose the one that's right for you:
Introduction to Bike Maintenance
Intermediate Bike Maintenance
Advanced Bike Maintenance
Everyone who attends one of our Bike Maintenance Workshops receives FREE membership of British Cycling. Existing British Cycling members receive an exclusive 10% discount on all workshops. You don’t need to bring your bike or any tools to the workshop – they’re all provided.
A word from British Cycling: “As the national governing body for the sport and home to the GB Cycling Team, we can offer the inside track on maintenance and repair straight from the pros. The new workshops will be delivered in a fun and hands-on format and are open to cyclists of all ages and abilities.”
Spike says: “There is nothing difficult about basic bike maintenance and repair. These new workshops are designed to teach new and regular cyclists some simple techniques and give them the confidence to do the job themselves, saving them time and money.”
We guarantee a thoroughly engaging and enjoyable experience!
For all enquiries about our bike maintenance workshops contact our dedicated team: bikemaintenance@britishcycling.org.uk.
To book a place just type your location into the Ride Finder on the lefthand side and select ‘Bike Maintenance Workshops’ in the search filter.
NB These workshops do not constitute a course leading to a recognised qualification.
