Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park
Wed 9 Sept · 17:00
The Outdoor Athletics Track
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Feels like 12°C · Chance of rain 15% · Wind 19 km/h
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The workshop will be held on the 2026-09-09 at The Outdoor Athletics Track in Wakefield, offering free traffic-free cycling training for adults aged 16+ and complete beginners.
FREE! Traffic free cycling training. For Adults aged 16+
For complete beginners, people coming back to cycling or anyone needing to gain cycling confidence - this is for you!
Friendly and fully qualified cycling instructors
Bikes, helmets and all equipment provided (or bring your own if you prefer)
Traffic free environment
Free!
Age 16+
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Buses 107, 116, 120, 120A, 126, 231, and 232 stop nearby - https://www.wymetro.com/plan-a-journey/
We are committed to making cycle training accessible for as many people as possible; please contact us to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed and we will do our best to help or signpost you to others if we can't.
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Frequently asked questions
Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park takes place on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 17:00.
Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park is held at The Outdoor Athletics Track in Wakefield (Thornes Park, Wakefield, WF2 8TY).
Entry to Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park is free.
Tickets for Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park
Editorial Summary
The workshop will be held on the 2026-09-09 at The Outdoor Athletics Track in Wakefield, offering free traffic-free cycling training for adults aged 16+ and complete beginners.
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Organiser’s full description
FREE! Traffic free cycling training. For Adults aged 16+
For complete beginners, people coming back to cycling or anyone needing to gain cycling confidence - this is for you!
Friendly and fully qualified cycling instructors
Bikes, helmets and all equipment provided (or bring your own if you prefer)
Traffic free environment
Free!
Age 16+
///dream.cakes.silks
Buses 107, 116, 120, 120A, 126, 231, and 232 stop nearby - https://www.wymetro.com/plan-a-journey/
We are committed to making cycle training accessible for as many people as possible; please contact us to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed and we will do our best to help or signpost you to others if we can't.
BetterPoints is now live across West Yorkshire!
BetterPoints is a free rewards app that lets you earn points for being active. Click here for more info: https://westyorks.betterpoints.uk/
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park?
Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park takes place on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 17:00.
Where is Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park taking place?
Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park is held at The Outdoor Athletics Track in Wakefield (Thornes Park, Wakefield, WF2 8TY).
How much are tickets for Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park?
Entry to Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park is free.
How do I get tickets for Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park?
Tickets for Learn to Ride a Bike at Thornes Park can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The Outdoor Athletics Track
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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 12°C · chance of rain 15% · wind 19 km/h
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