Information about cycling and walking in Bristol and how to get involved.
Cycling in Bristol
Loan a bike
To see if cycling is for you before you invest in a bike, try our free four-week trial of a standard, folding, or electric bike. Register your interest in borrowing a bike.
Cycle training
Boost your confidence with our free one to one adult cycle training. Our expert instructors are here to help you discover the joy of cycling safely and comfortably. Sign up for free adult cycle training.
Disabled riders and inclusive cycling
Bristol Cycling Centre is a cycle skills training facility, helping people of all ages and abilities to cycle in a safe, traffic-free environment. They offer a range of specialist inclusive cycles, balance bikes and two-wheelers.
Bristol Cycling Centre run sessions for Disabled riders, of all ages and abilities, to enjoy cycling with their families, friends, carers or support workers. Sign up to a session.
Cycle Hangars
We have cycle hangars throughout the city.
Route Planning
Discover the shortest, safest, cycle routes to get you where you want to go. Use our route planning map.
World Bike Day
Regular physical activity of moderate intensity, such as walking, cycling, or doing sports, has significant benefits, making you happier and healthier.
On Saturday 31 May, at Sparks in Broadmead we are celebrating World Bike Day with a day of events.
All events are free, but booking is required for the bike maintenance classes:
- 12pm to 1.30pm: active travel workshop and ‘bling your bike' session (ages 8 to 12)
- 1pm to 2.15pm: free bike maintenance class (for children with parents)
- 2pm to 3pm: bike maintenance class puncture repair (for adults)
- 3pm to 3.45pm: bike maintenance class brakes (for adults)
Walking in Bristol
Walking routes
- Find walking events, advice, maps and routes on the Travelwest Go website.
- Download the Go Jauntly app to discover some of the best walks in Bristol that seek out nature and avoid more polluted streets.
Bristol Walk Fest
Bristol Walk Fest is an annual walking festival that happens throughout the national walking month of May.
It features in-person walking related events and activities, as well as self-guided walking routes and challenges.
Find out more on the Bristol Walk Fest website Go to https://www.bristolwalkfest.com/ (opens new window).