Get into cycling
Cycling is cheap, fun and easy to do. If you're new to cycling, just rusty, or you want to improve your health, this page has information to help you.
There are various cycling clubs across the county that are suitable for all ages and abilities. To find a club right for you visit our Cycling groups and clubs page.
Free cycling activities
There are regular free cycling activities available throughout the county. See below for one that suits you.
Cycle Durham delivers a wide range of cycling opportunities across County Durham, including free weekly led cycle rides.
These rides are suitable for cyclists who are able to ride a bike. If you don't have a bike, don't worry, Cycle Durham can lend you a bike and helmet free of charge for the duration of each session.
Please note rides may be subject to change. To take part in one of our sessions simply turn up on the day. For further information, contact us.
| Day | Time | Venue | Postcode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 10.00am - 12.00pm | Woodhouse Close Leisure Centre, Woodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland | DL16 6JX |
| Monday | 10.00am - 12.00pm | Pioneering Care Centre, Newton Aycliffe | DL5 4PE |
| Monday | 10.00am - 12.00pm | Woodhouse Close Leisure Centre, Woodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland | DL16 6JX |
| Monday | 10.30am - 12.30pm | Abbey Leisure Centre, Pity Me | DH1 5BQ |
| Monday | 1.00pm - 3.00pm | Riverside Sports Pavilion, Chester-le-Street | DH3 3SJ |
| Tuesday | 9.30am - 11.30am | Glebe Centre, Murton | SR7 9BX |
| Tuesday | 10.00am - 12.00pm | Active Life Centre, Coxhoe | DH6 4DW |
| Wednesday | 10.00am - 11.30am | Pioneering Care Centre, Newton Aycliffe | DL5 4PE |
| Wednesday | 10.30am - 11.30am | Blackhill & Consett Park, Consett | DH8 5TA |
| Thursday | 9.30am - 11.30am | Hardwick Park, Sedgefield | TS21 2EH |
| Thursday | 10.00am - 11.30am | Teesdale Leisure Centre, Barnard Castle | DL12 8DS |
| Thursday | 6.00pm - 8.00pm | (From 4 April) Woodhouse Close Leisure Centre, Woodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland | DL16 6JX |
| Saturday | 10.00am - 12.00pm | Pioneering Care Centre, Newton Aycliffe | DL5 4PE |
| Sunday | 10.30am - 12.30pm | Adventure Lane Recreation Ground, West Rainton | DH4 6PW |
The course is suitable for anyone who can ride a bike but would like to develop their skills.
Throughout the course, you will be offered cycling advice, including:
- Helmet fitting
- Cycle sizing
- Pre ride safety checks
- Safe breaking
- Steering
- Gear changes
- Simple hand signals
- Basic maintenance
The programme is designed to build confidence when cycling and will progress from cycling at a gentle pace in a quiet traffic free environment, building up to a moderate pace cycling on quiet roads. The course will offer a programme of beginner's rides that are up to 90 minutes long.
Cycle Durham can lend you a bike and helmet free of charge for the duration of each session.
| Start date | Time | Venue | Postcode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 22 May | 6.00pm - 8.00pm | Riverside Sports Pavilion Riverside South | DH3 3QR |
| Thursday 23 May | 9.30am - 11.30am | Hardwick Park Stockton-on-Tees | TS21 2DN |
For further information and to book your place contact us.
Cycling safety information in schools
Available to all schools in the county, Bikeability (modern-day cycling proficiency) teaches primary and secondary children how to ride their bikes safely on the road. See our Cycling road safety schemes page for more information about the training we provide or contact your school.
- Culture and Sport
- Culture and Sport
- 03000 266 555
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Our address is:
- Regeneration and Local Services
- County Hall
- Durham
- County Durham
- United Kingdom
- DH1 5UL
- Pedal Power
- Pedal Power
