Team Green Britain Bike Week Events

Bike to work

Bike to work events are all about motivating more people to cycle to work. Gliding through the gridlock and cycling to work is a great way to beat the rush-hour. It can also have a major positive impact on the environment. Our roads would be less busy, our air and our atmosphere less polluted, our cities cleaner and less congested, if more people cycled to work.

Cycle skills training

With new national standards in place for child and adult cycle training, there's never been a better opportunity to get back on your bike. Get your confidence back through training and be ready to cycle anywhere. These days, there are a number of resources available to people including:

• Complete your Bikeability – a fun way to give you the skills and confidence to cycle in modern road conditions.
• DfT-funded information materials, available at www.ctc.org.uk
• The National Cycle Training Helpline, on 0870 607 0415, or via cycletraining@ctc.org.uk
• Professional skills trainers; where none are available locally, contact your local authority, cycle club or campaign to see if they can help

Adult beginner - easy ride, out on the back-roads

Find out where the quiet back-roads and good quality cycle trails with smooth surfacing are in your local area. Once you’ve built up your confidence you can look to increase your distance and take on more challenging routes.

Parent and children ride - family routes for the future

In the UK, a huge proportion of new bike sales are to children. It's reassuring to know that despite everything that TV and Playstations have to offer, bikes continue to be high on the Christmas and birthday wish-lists of the younger generation. These events aim to bring parents and children together on their bikes with the aim of developing long term cycling use.

Longer road ride - clocking up the miles

For the more experienced cyclist, these events set a longer road ride to ensure that cyclists can set themselves a challenge during Team Green Britain Bike Week.

Traffic-free ride - clean air for all

The creation of the National Cycle Network (NCN) has helped cyclists find the best traffic free rides. It provides great routes across open spaces, along old railway lines, bridleways, quiet country lanes and parks where cycling is free from traffic and congestion. To find out about rides and routes for training visit www.sustrans.org.uk

Off-road ride - roughing it in the woods

Challenging, un-surfaced tracks and cross-country routes are great for the more experienced cyclist. These events provide opportunities for you to participate in a fast, fun and furious day out.

Picnic/barbecue - bicycle clips and cucumber sandwiches

Team Green Britain Bike Week picnics and barbeques are always a popular choice. They provide a good wholesome focal point for families and friend who may want to come together to meet others engaged in similar cycle-exploits.

Free cycle safety check - visiting Dr Bike

Get free cycle safety checks and advice to make sure that your bike is up to scratch! Great if you haven’t used it for a while.

Cycle fair - two-wheeled show and tell

Cycle fairs are a great way to introduce or re-introduce yourself to cycling. Cycle shows will have all sorts of cycling information for you, local clubs, bike retailers as well as lots of people who will be able to give you advice tips on cycling.

Free advice on cycling - bicycle consultation

During Team Green Britain Bike Week it will be common for bike shops and retailers to provide you with free advice. To find local specialists in your area, go to www.bikeforall.net or visit www.thecyclingexperts.co.uk. Other sources of advice include:

• Local CTC group www.ctc.org.uk
• Cycle Campaign Network member groups, there may be one in your area www.cyclenetwork.org.uk
• Local volunteers and cycle enthusiasts who work to promote cyclists' rights
• Grass-roots cycling campaigners, many of whom will take to the streets during Team Green Britain Bike Week