There’s a whole host of cycling events to suit all tastes taking place across the South West, so why not sign up for one? Local events need your support to keep going year-on-year, and are a great place to meet like-minded people, or get together with a group of friends and make a weekend of it.
From charitable to competitive, sportive to downhill, 4XC to Sky Ride, you’ll find loads of events on our Events Calendar. Here is just a selection to whet your appetite:
2XC Youth Mountain Bike Series takes places in Newton Abbot between May and July, encouraging young people to take up mountain biking.
The Back to Roots Race Weekend, on 8th & 9th June at Haldon Forest Park near , harks back to the old days with a 3-in-1 event that seeks the South West’s ultimate rider, and sets a mini downhill challenge. Organised by University’s Community Action, the event will be raising fund for Summer Adventures, a residential course for young carers in & Teignbridge.
Bristol Bikefest
Bristol Bike Fest is back on the 8th June at Ashton Court.
Gawton Gravity Hub Summer Jam, on 15th & 16th June at Tavi Woodlands in the Tamar Valley, will see a mix of competitions & sillyness, demo bikes and trade stalls, followed by the club champs on Sunday. Entry is free, Saturday night camping is available, with evening activities.
Bike Bath is taking place on 22nd & 23rd June in and around the city, with a choice of rides to join in with.
Or, if you don’t fancy hopping on your bike…
An Evening with LEJOGLE World Record Holder and Taunton-Born Cyclist ‘Ben Rockett’, on 1st June at Somerset County Cricket Club, will see the current world record holder for cycling from Lands End – John ‘O’ Groats – Lands End and world 24hr Time Trial competitor guest speaking at this charity event. Fundraising for two fantastic charities, Children’s Hospice South West and Roundabout, there will be a raffle, an auction and other fund raising activities. Tickets are £20 per person and include a two course meal. Tickets available from Somerset County Sports (), Dan Brice ( or ), or Richard Brice – .
