Covid-halted inclusive cycling sessions to restart

People will have access to adapted bikes

Inclusive cycling sessions with adapted bikes, which had to be paused during the pandemic, are poised to begin again.

The inclusive cycling hub at Cumbria Sports Academy in Whitehaven is relaunching on Friday, offering people the opportunity to try out cycling in a safe setting.

The sessions allow access to a range of adapted bikes such as trikes, quads, recumbents and side-to-sides bikes, as well as standard two-wheelers.

The hub was one of the first projects delivered as part of Cumberland Council's Coastal Programme, which was set up to promote the county's coast.

Friday's sessions will take place on a dedicated circuit, and support will be on hand for those taking part.

"Friends and family are also welcome to attend," a council spokesman said.

He added: "Whilst this event marks the relaunch of the opportunity, more event dates will be announced shortly."

The project is delivered with the assistance of the Outdoor Partnership, Cyclewise, Cumbria Sports Academy, Wheels for All. and a number of volunteers.

Other initiatives forming part of the Coastal Programme include improving cycle paths at Eskdale, a beach cafe at Silecroft, and public art installations in Whitehaven and Millom.