Biketastic summer: Free cycling skills with WDCF
Free fun-filled cycling events for kids this summer holiday with Wakefield District Cycle Forum!
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Get ready to roll into summer with our Biketastic Cycle Skills Sessions – the ultimate free event for kids who love bikes and those just starting out.
Join us for action-packed drop-in sessions led by amazing volunteers at Wakefield District Cycle Forum, featuring:
Fun cycle skills courses Bicycle safety & health checks Hands-on bike maintenance workshops
Whether your child is confident on two wheels or just starting out, there's something for everyone. No booking needed – just bring your bike, your safety gear and join in.
All ages welcome – just drop in and have some fun testing out your skills with the biketastic WDCF team on hand to help you out.
When you are finished on the Vista, head out for a ride on the family-friendly cycle tracks through the woodland.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
All welcome
- Meeting point
You will see the gazebo on the grass in front of the house.
- What to bring and wear
Bring your bike and safety equipment. A limited number of bikes and helmets are available to borrow at no charge but please book ahead. Email: rides@cycling-wakefield.org.uk
Upcoming events
Garden Talks: A Bed Full of Roses
Take a gentle stroll through Nostell’s beautiful Kitchen Garden and uncover the hidden history of the Nostell roses.
Nostell Parkrun
A free weekly 5km run through the parkland, which is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in.
Introduction to Chippendale at Nostell Tour
Join us at Nostell as we bring Chippendale’s story to life, celebrating his craft, his legacy, and the history behind his iconic designs.
Chippendale Tour: Rome or Ruin?
Step into the neoclassical world of Nostell’s library on an in-depth Chippendale Tour.