Frequently Asked Questions
Registration
History of Bike Week
Funding
General Cycling Information
Bike Week Insurance
Promotion and Marketing
Press and Publicity
Merchandise
Charity Fundraising
Registration
Can I register an event with Bike Week outside the event week?
Most Bike Week events take place within the offical event week in June. However events that take place between 1st April and 31st July can also come under the Bike Week 'umbrella' and get the benefits that come with being part of Bike Week such as the merchandise and free public liability insurance.
What is the benefit of registering with Bike Week?
There are many benefits to registering with Bike Week. You will gain access to free tailored event organiser guides (small, medium, large, office and schools), posters, download resources and you will also be eligible for free public liability insurance.
By being part of Bike Week, your event will become part of a national online directory of events, which people all over the UK will search to find where their nearest event is.
History of Bike Week
When did Bike Week start?
Bike Week was started by the CTC (then Cyclists Touring Club) in 1923.
How many people take part each year?
Thousands upon thousands of people take part in Bike Week and it continues to grow in size and stature each year. In 2011 just under half a million cyclists participated in a wide range of events.
What’s the purpose of Bike Week?
Bike Week wants to give everyone, young, and old, beginners to experts, the chance to discover all the benefits from cycling and use the bike to get from A to B.
Funding
How is Bike Week funded?
There are a number of different organisations that contribute to the funding of Bike Week. These are:
www.bikehub.co.uk
www.cyclingscotland.org
www.travelwiseni.com
www.scotland.gov.uk
www.tfl.gov.uk/cycles
www.wales.gov.uk
General Cycling Information
How do I find out about other cycling events?
If you visit our useful contacts section on the website you will find a whole range of links to cycling related websites. If you can't find the information you're after on the Bike Week website, you are bound to find it on these other pages.
How do I find out about cycling facilities where I live?
Take a look at the Useful Contacts page, and the links to the CTC, Everyday Cycling and Sustrans websites - all of which will have information about regional/local cycling facilities. If you visit your local authority website too you should also be able to find information regarding facilities near where you live, or contact details for the cycling/sustainable transport officer who will be able to help.
What is Bike4Life?
Bike4Life is part of the Change4Life movement. In order to maintain a healthy weight we need to both eat well and move more. Change4Life provides families with helpful hints and tips about how to be more active and less sedentary. Cycling is a great way for families to have fun and get their hearts beating faster than usual. To find out more visit the Change4Life website by clicking http://www.nhs.uk/Change4Life/Pages/default.aspx
Bike Week Insurance
How do I know if my event is covered by the Bike Week insurance?
When you register your events on the Bike Week website you will be asked if you require the free public liability insurance that is offered. Each event that is registered with Bike Week goes through a strict vetting procedure to ensure that it is suitable for the public liability insurance. Should your event not meet the requirements, a member of the Bike Week team will get in touch with you. Unfortunately, Bike Week insurance is not able to cover competitive races or time trials.
Where do I get the Bike Week insurance?
When you register with Bike Week and enter your event, you will be asked if you require the free public liability insurance. If yes, tick the appropriate box. Unless you hear from one of the Bike Week team, your event will have been automatically been granted the insurance.
What dates does the insurance cover?
Bike Week public liability insurance provides cover up to £10 million for events registered on the website taking place between April 1st and 31st July 2012.
Promotion and Marketing
Is there anything available for me to use to promote Bike Week locally?
Bike Week A4 posters will be sent to you free of charge, when you register an event. You will also be able to download the poster, an empty belly poster, leaflets, web banner and email template from the organiser resource pages (available after completion of registration).
Press and Publicity
Who do I talk to about writing a press release, contacting my local media, promoting my event?
Rachel Gurr
Forster
49 Southwark Street
London
SE1 1RU
0207 403 2230
rachelgurr@forster.co.uk
How do I get my event publicised?
If you want to send your local paper a press release, visit the media section on our website to download a template version. You can also apply to receive Bike Week posters which you could display locally, or ask libraries, shops, community centres, cafes etc. to display Bike Week leaflets with a sticker, giving your details as a contact for further information.
Merchandise
How do I get free merchandise for my event participants?
Once you have registered you will automatically be sent posters to help promote and use at your event. These are free of charge and are delivered to you as quickly as possible.
Are there limits to the amount of merchandise available per event?
Bike Week has a limited budget , we cannot re-order more merchandise when it runs out. If you feel that more merchandise is URGENT, please contact the Bike Week team.
Charity Fundraising
Do Bike Week events have to raise funds for charity?
You don't have to fundraise at your event, although turning your event into a charity fundraiser will undoubtedly increase the likelihood of people entering, and more importantly guarantee their attendance and completion of your event. Local fundraising can also be a great local news story to get additional exposure for your event.
