Have fun and get cycling

Cycling is a great way to help keep you fit and healthy. Getting on a bike rather than taking the car can help you on the way to making the small changes that bring short and long term benefits to your health and the environment.

Cycling is something that really is so simple. All you need is a roadworthy bike and some basic safety gear and then it just takes a little bit of practice!

Cycling is for the whole family

With a bit of planning, it is often possible to find routes that avoid busy roads in Tewkesbury, and if the weather’s nice maybe you could take a picnic to the park? Half the fun of a bike-trip is deciding where to go.

The internet is a great tool for planning trips and there are plenty of useful sites where you can find out about nearby cycle routes that suit the whole family. Sustrans is the UK’s leading sustainable transport charity. Visit www.sustrans.org.uk to find local cycle routes in Tewkesbury.

Don’t forget, Count Me In! is working hard to extend the current cycle network in Tewkesbury. Details will be announced very soon on this website!

For more tips on cycling fun for all the family download the Change4Life Cycling Fun PDF.

Staying safe on your bike is easy

Staying safe on your bike is not as tricky as it might seem. Change4Life have prepared a simple to follow checklist to make sure you stay safe on your bike. Why not download the Cycling Safely Tips PDF guide before you set out on your bike?

What Next?

Buying a bike needn’t be as costly as you might think! There are all sorts of bikes available and the choice can seem overwhelming, but a general rule is to choose a bike that suits the places you will be cycling in.

You can read more tips on buying a bike and keeping it in good working order by downloading the Getting and Looking After Your Bike PDF.

Want to get involved?

There are a number of events around Tewkesbury to get involved with. Why not take a look at our events section for a list of whats on and when?

Next steps for employers

Employers based in the five wards of Tewkesbury can apply for grants to cover 50 percent of the cost of cycle parking. For more information and to apply for a grant click here.