As Glasgow gets set to welcome the world’s greatest riders at the UCI Cycling World Championships in August, Getting Better Together Shotts is celebrating cycling in all its forms at it’s We Cycle North Lan event, in partnership with Event Scotland.
All are welcome to attend this free event on Saturday 25 March at Strathclyde Country Park – Foreshore Carpark, from 10am – 3pm.
There will be lots of fun activities on the day including: rides for families, adapted bikes, kids’ bikes, mountain bike led rides.
David Kennedy, Health Improvement Senior – Physical Activity, NHS Lanarkshire, said: “This event will be a great opportunity for families to get involved in cycling, either those starting out or those who are already enthusiastic cyclers!
“Cycling is not only a fun and enjoyable activity, but it also provides a multitude of health and social benefits for the entire family.
“For those looking to access a bike, NHS Lanarkshire offers a free 30-day loan of a Brompton bike and GBT Shotts also offer support to anyone looking to purchase their own bike and have low-cost recycled bikes available waiting to be purchased and rehomed.”
Craig Bridges, Strategic Lead, Getting Better Together Shotts, added: “In partnership with Events Scotland, Getting Better Together Shotts is hosting a cycle event to promote the UCI Cycling World Championships and to celebrate cycling in all its forms.
“We feel a community event of this scale is a great opportunity to showcase the brilliant new VeloPark at Strathclyde Country Park and is a great way to bring our work into the community. Community organisations like Getting Better Together, and partners across Lanarkshire and the West, offer so much support to make cycling a means of active health and active travel.
“We look forward to welcoming NHS Lanarkshire staff and residents at our event.”
To access the free, 30-day loan for a Brompton bike sign up via the online form. Or, to get in touch for more information about the event or purchasing a bike, contact: Craig bridges, Strategic Lead, craig@shottshealthyliving.com.
