Ready to ride

Our new Ready to Ride pilot project will offer free cycling training sessions to help residents learn to cycle and feel more comfortable using a bike for everyday journeys.

Our first sessions start Saturday 11 July 2026 and will take place at Everest Community Academy.

You can reserve a place for your preferred session below. Spaces are limited so we recommend booking in advance.

Book your Ready to Ride place

There will be three main types of sessions:

• Beginners’ training – ideal for those new to cycling
• Confidence-building sessions – to help riders feel safer and more assured on the road
• Guided cycle rides – supported group rides to build skills, knowledge and experience

All sessions will be led by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, specialists in community cycling support. All ages are welcome, though under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

To make taking part easier, cycling equipment will be made available on request.

The programme is funded by the government’s Active Travel Fund. Money was initially allocated to Hampshire County Council, which then awarded a portion to us following a successful funding bid.

We plan to extend our Ready to Ride pilot programme to more areas later this year. You can follow our Eventbrite page to stay updated with upcoming events.

If you have any questions or queries you can email the Green Team.