Free cycling activities in the South West

Whether you’re returning to cycling or trying it for the first time, Cycling UK is here to help. Across the South West, we’re running free, welcoming events designed to help adults fix up their bikes, build confidence on two wheels, and connect with others through cycling.

Welcome to The Big Bike Revival in the South West

This page is your go-to guide for everything happening in the South West as part of The Big Bike Revival—Cycling UK’s nationwide programme to help more people start or return to cycling. 

You’ll find information on local events, what to expect when you turn up, and how to get involved. The Big Bike Revival offers free, inclusive sessions designed to build confidence, improve wellbeing, and make cycling part of everyday life.

What’s happening near you

We’re working with friendly local organisations in the South West to offer:

Basic bike repair sessions  

Learn basic bike maintenance

Learn-to-ride sessions

Join a local group ride

Watch The Big Bike Revival in action

This video gives you a quick taster of what to expect at a Big Bike Revival session. For more details, just click the links above.

Who is it for?

These sessions are open to adults aged 18+, especially if:

  • You’re new to cycling
  • Haven’t ridden in years
  • Don’t feel confident cycling alone
  • Your bike needs a check-up or fix
  • You want to cycle more for health, fun or everyday journeys

No special clothes, experience or equipment needed – just turn up and we’ll support you. 

Who’s running events in your area?

These free adult cycling sessions across the South West wouldn’t be possible without the brilliant local organisations we partner with to deliver The Big Bike Revival – passionate teams who go the extra mile to help their communities get cycling.

Click on the contact details below to find out when your next session is happening.

Organisation Location Contact Email Website Facebook Instagram X
Exmoor Adventures Ltd Minehead Dan French [email protected] Website Facebook Instagram X
Freemoovement UK CIC Exeter Paul Mouland [email protected] Website Facebook
On Your Bike (Recycle) Ltd Taunton Tracey Mock [email protected] Website Facebook Instagram
The Bristol Bike Project Bristol David Angel [email protected] Website Facebook Instagram
Cornwall Life Recycle CIO Camborne Oliver Baines [email protected] Website Facebook Instagram
Bikespace CIC Plymouth Anthony Bishop [email protected] Website Facebook
Wheel Good Vibes CIC Cheltenham Hettie Knox [email protected] Website Facebook Instagram
Strawberry Line Project Yatton Sally Wilcock [email protected] Website Facebook Instagram X
MLJ Bike Recovery Project Exeter Mike Knowles [email protected] Website
Safe, Sustainable Travel Torbay Torquay Bethan Huntley [email protected] Website Facebook

Where are Big Bike Revival events happening in the South West?

Use the map below to see where activities are taking place across the South West. Click on a location to view contact details and find out when the next session is happening.

What people say

Since 2015, thousands of people across the South West have benefited from The Big Bike Revival. One of them is Matthew Goodman—a winner of Cycling UK’s Real Yellow Jersey award, which celebrates individuals using cycling to overcome personal challenges and inspire change in their communities.

Matthew: A Real Yellow Jersey winner from Plymouth

Through The Big Bike Revival, Matthew didn’t just rediscover cycling—he found a new sense of purpose.

After connecting with Bikespace, a Plymouth-based social enterprise supporting young people and vulnerable adults, Matthew began volunteering, learning bike maintenance, and leading rides. His passion grew into a mission: helping others find freedom, confidence, and connection through cycling.

Now named one of Cycling UK’s Real Yellow Jersey winners, Matthew is recognised for his work empowering refugees, women, and those recovering from addiction to embrace cycling as a tool for change.

I was going to buy a car, but realised the bike gave me more—freedom, joy, belonging

Watch Matthew’s inspiring story and see how The Big Bike Revival is transforming lives: