Event aimed at making cycling more accessible in Guernsey

Monday 10 April 2023

A free community event showcasing the world of accessible cycling is coming to Guernsey later this month.

Among a range of opportunities aimed at getting people riding, there will be a chance for the public to try out different models of adapted tricycles – including one designed to safely hold a wheelchair with space for a second rider alongside.

There will also be balance bikes for young children to begin their cycling journeys on.  

Among the offerings are: 

• A chance to talk to people from the Active Travel Team from the Health Improvement Commission. 

• The Velo Club, with various types of bike to view, and a turbo bike to have a go on. 

• Ian Brown’s cycle shop and GO! Launching their new collaboration, giving a new lease of life to bikes at affordable prices. 

• The opportunity to hear about experiences of women in cycling 

• GBG and Better Journeys, local groups supporting cyclists. 

• The chance to find out all about adult cycle skills classes.  

• Only Fools and Donkeys will hand over an adapted tricycle.

The event is supported by Beau Sejour, in partnership with The Health Improvement Commission, Van Raam Bikes, Ian Brown’s cycle shop, Go Charity, GBG, The Better Journey’s project and the Velo Club.

"As one of the Island’s community hubs, Beau Sejour Leisure Centre is excited to be hosting this inclusive cycling event. This event will further work towards the aspiration of the Active 8 plan for sport; that everyone, regardless of age, ability or background, has the opportunity available to them to be active and participate in sport," said Caroline Barby on behalf of Beau Sejour.

It takes place on Saturday 22 April, from 3pm to 6pm at the centre’s David Ferguson Hall.  

“Our mission at the Health Improvement Commission is get more people, more active, more often and as part of that, we want to get more people riding bikes,” said a spokesperson for the Commission.

“Cycling isn’t necessarily accessible to everyone but knowing how much pleasure people can get from cycling, and the real health benefits that come from moving more, this event aims to focus on some of the solutions to particular barriers.”