Help To Get You On Your Bike
Are you getting the most out of your bike? Whether you’re looking to become more active or reduce your reliance on your car and save on fuel costs, Derbyshire County Council can help you find your pedal power.
With more than 270 miles miles of traffic-free cycle routes across the county there’s plenty of paths to choose from to explore Derbyshire or simply get from A to B. And the new interactive cycling map at derbyshire.gov.uk/cycling is a great place to start for ideas about where your bike could take you.
There are plenty of flat, off-road routes such as the Monsal Trail, Five Pits Trail and the recently created Clowne greenway which are perfect for cyclists just starting out.
New to cycling? Or just looking to brush up your skills? Then take a look at County Rider – the free cycle training course for adults. Provided by the county council, the course is ideal for all ability levels and great for building confidence to ride on the road. Take a look at derbyshire.gov.uk/countyrider to find out more including how to book up to four sessions with a trained cycle instructor.
Cyclists in the Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire area might also be interested in getting their bike serviced for free. The county council has teamed up with Inclusive Pedals to run a series of “Dr Bike” events where cyclists can get their bike serviced for free by a mechanic. Email info@inclusivepedals.org.uk to book a slot on the next Dr Bike event near you.
Free bike maintenance sessions are also available for cyclists who want to learn how to maintain their bike themselves. Simply email info@inclusivepedals.org.uk for more information and to book a space.
Councillor Carolyn Renwick, Derbyshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Infrastructure and Environment, said: “Whether you’re a keen cyclist or just starting out, Derbyshire has many miles of traffic-free trails which are perfect for cycling – and we’re in the process of adding more as part of our ambition to make Derbyshire the most connected and integrated county for cycling.
“We recognise the benefits of cycling not just for health but for the environment too and with rising fuel prices it’s also a low-cost alternative to running a car.
“That’s why we’re supporting cyclists by making it easier for them to plan routes, keep their bikes well-maintained and brush up on their riding skills.”
Dr Bike and Cycle Maintenance courses are being provided by the county council with funding from the Government’s Department for Transport.
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