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Kingston Lacy Health Cycle Rides: every Thursday at 10am

Would you like to take up cycling again, have lost confidence, or would just like to ride with other people using traffic-free trails or quiet country lanes? These rides are led by trained volunteers from Dorset Council's Health and Activity...

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Would you like to take up cycling again, have lost confidence, or would just like to ride with other people using traffic-free trails or quiet country lanes?

These rides are led by trained volunteers from Dorset Council's Health and Activity team and take you around the Kingston Lacy estate at your own pace. The rides last about an hour.

If you don’t have a bike, you can hire one for only £2.50 by calling the Health and Activity team on 01425 480811.

All participants must complete a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PARQ) and this can be done very quickly and easily online - https://dorset-self.achieveservice.com/service/Physical-Activity-Readiness-Questionnaire

Health Cycles are delivered by Dorset Council's Health and Activity team and not the National Trust.

Please note: the cycle rides will not operate on 10 April, 17 April, 25 December.

Times

The basics

Meeting point

Kingston Lacy car park 10 minutes before ride start time.

What to bring and wear

Please bring your own bike and appropriate cycling attire along with any food and drink you will require. Bikes can be hired for £2.50 by calling 01425 480811.

Accessibility

If you have any access needs or would like to discuss the suitability of this activity please contact Dorset Council's Health and Activity team on 01425 480811.

Upcoming events

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on
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at
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on
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at
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on
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at
11:30 to 12:30
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on
13 Jun 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00