Get back on the saddle for this year's Bike Week campaign

03 June 2026

Opportunities to get into cycling are being offered across West Northamptonshire as part of this year’s Bike Week.

Running from 8 June, Bike Week is the UK’s biggest celebration of cycling, encouraging people to enjoy the health and wellbeing benefits of getting on a bike.

In West Northamptonshire a series of drop-in sessions are being held to encourage people to get back on the saddle.

Visitors can have their bikes checked over by Dr Bike, who will fix any simple defects such as missing cables, gears not working or brakes needing adjustment, to get them ready to ride.

The sessions are also a chance to learn some basic cycling skills, get tips on protecting your bike from theft, and have it security-marked by the police to help recover it should it be stolen 

People are also invited to join two relaxed guided rides setting off at midday on Tuesday 9 and Monday 15 June. Starting at One Angel Square in Northampton, they will head to Delapré Abbey along traffic-free and low-traffic routes, using designated cycle paths.

Drop-in sessions are taking place on:

• Tuesday 9 June: One Angel Square, Northampton (NN1 1ED) from 10am to 2pm
• Wednesday 10 June: Northampton General Hospital (south entrance near Subway and Costa) from 10am to 2pm
• Thursday 11 June: Sport4Fitness, Fernie Fields (NN3 7BD) from 11am to 2pm
• Friday 12 June: The Racecourse (at the Tennis Courts) from 10am to 2pm
• Saturday 13 June: Delapré Abbey  (NN4 8AW) from 10am to 2pm at their Bike Doctor location
• Monday 15 June: One Angel Square, Northampton (NN1 1ED) from 10am to 2pm

The events have been organised thanks to West Northamptonshire Council’s partnership with British Cycling, and with the help of a range of organisations including Northamptonshire Police, Tanwall Cycle Service and Repair and Freeride Cycle Coaching.

Bike Week is a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to rediscover the joy of cycling. Whether you’re getting back on a bike after years away or trying it for the first time, these sessions offer a welcoming and supportive way to get started.

Cycling is a simple, affordable way to boost your health and wellbeing, while also helping to reduce congestion and improve air quality across our communities. We’re pleased to be working with our partners to make it easier for people to get active and travel sustainably.Councillor Richard Butler, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport

Those unable to make any of the sessions can find a range of information about cycling on our cycling page, including maps showing local cycling routes and links to local groups.

Videos showcasing a variety of cycling routes are also available on our YouTube channel.