The following are the events due to take place for Wexford Bike Week. This year Bike Week takes place from the 11th to the 19th of May
All events are listed here in date order from Saturday the 11th of May through to Sunday the 19th of May. If you can’t find what you are looking for or have any questions about any of the events please email cyclingofficer@wexfordcoco.ie
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SATURDAY 11TH MAY |
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CARGO BIKE DEMO WITH WEXFORD BICYCLE USERS GROUP (WexBUG) This event will offer people a chance to see a variety of cargo bikes and learn from experienced users how they can be a practical and versatile option for use as an urban transport mode. Time: 11pm-1pm Date: Saturday 11th May 2024 Location: Trimmer’s Lane West, Selskar, Wexford town (in pedestrian area outside The Bike Shop) Suitability: All. No advance booking required
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BIKE MAINTENANCE DEMO For those keen to gain a basic understanding of bicycle maintenance, instructor Jack Thiel will demonstrate how to carry out basic bike safety checks, using the “M” Check method. A puncture repair demo will also be included. Time: 2pm Date: Saturday 11th May Location: Woodbine Estate at the Multi Use Games Area/ Mini all-weather pitch, Irish Town, New Ross Suitability: All levels. Numbers limited to 25 places. More Information : Please register in advance by emailing wexfordbikeweek@lathiel.com |
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SUNDAY 12TH MAY 2024 |
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FOULKSMILLS FAMILY FUN CYCLE 5km fun cycle starting and finishing in Foulksmills Park. Refreshments afterwards in the park. Cyclists must wear a helmet and hi vis and all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Registration essential for this free event as numbers limited to ensure safety. Time: 12:00pm Date: Sunday the 12th of May Location: Meet at Foulksmills Park Suitability: All fitness levels. Everyone joining must have a roadworthy bicycle, a helmet, hi viz. Limited spaces For more information: To book your place and for more information go to : Foulksmills Family Fun Cycle |
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MONDAY 13TH MAY 2024 |
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TEENAGE HANGOUT AT COURTOWN BMX CLUB Hangout with your friends, have fun and learn some new cycling skills with Daniella and Emma at Courtown BMX Club. Bikes, helmets and snacks provided. Time: 6 to 7pm Date: Monday the 13th of May Location: Courtown BMX Club. Suitability: Teenagers, all levels. For more information: To book your place email bikebuddiesirl@gmail.com
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TUESDAY 14TH MAY 2024 |
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LEARN TO CYCLE SESSION A learn to cycle session for children with additional needs will be held at the Enniscorthy Learn to Cycle Park. Time: 3:30pm to 5:30pm Date: Monday the 13th of May Location: Enniscorthy Learn to Cycle Park Suitability: Beginners This session is fully booked |
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WEDNESDAY 15TH MAY 2024 |
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ADAPTED BIKE TASTER SESSION This event is for those with limited mobility who would like to try out a variety of adapted bikes from trikes to tandems, handcycles to wheelchair platform bikes. Anna Flynn will be on hand with her colleagues from Sports Active Wexford and Shielbaggan Outdoor Education Centre to assist participants try out a range of bikes suited to their particular needs. Time: 10am to 12 noon Date: Wednesday the 15th May Location: South East Greenway, Rosbercon, New Ross, County Wexford Suitability: Adults with additional physical needs. Booking essential as places limited. More information : To register please email anna.flynn@wexfordcoco.ie
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BOLT BIKE DEMO AND ASSISTANCE WITH USING THE APP Are you curious about trying out the Bolt eBikes located throughout Wexford town? Aisling Dunne from Bolt will be on hand to talk first time users through downloading and setting up the app on their phones and go through the basics of accessing a bike. Georgina Gaul from Sports Active Wexford will then assist with helping new users try out the eBikes in a safe, off-road environment in County Hall grounds Time: 2:30pm – 4:30pm Date: Wednesday, 15th May Location: Wexford County Council Offices, County Hall, Carricklawn, Wexford town Suitability: Over 18’s. Beginners to eBikes or those returning to cycling after some time. Also aimed at those who need assistance with using the Bolt app which unlocks the eBikes for use. More information: To book your place please email cyclingofficer@wexfordcoco.ie
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WEXFORD BIKE WEEK – NIGHT RIDE This will be a fun, social spin, under the night skies led by Community Bike Ride Leader Jack Thiel and Georgina Gaul of Sports Active Wexford. Booking is through the ‘Link My Ride’ app – details below (This app replaces the older Community Bike Rides website which regular cyclists may have been familiar with). Time: 9:30PM Date: Wednesday, 15th May Location: South East Greenway, New Ross. 13km. Meet at Greenway Car Park in Rosbercon Suitability: Over 18’s. Cyclists must have bike lights, front and rear and a helmet. Max number of participants 16. Advance booking essential, see link below More information: To register your place click https://bit.ly/3VT3dFb
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THURSDAY 16TH MAY 2024 |
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LEARN TO CYCLE WITH BALANCE BIKE BUDDIES A fun, learn to cycle session with Daniella and Emma from Balance Bike Buddies. The event is being organised directly with local schools and will take place at the new Learn to Cycle park in Enniscorthy Time: 9:30 – 2:45pm Date: Thursday 16th May Location: Enniscorthy Learn to Cycle Park, Opposite the Enniscorthy Sports Hub, Gort na Gréine, Enniscorthy Suitability: Beginners. This session is fully booked More information email: cyclingofficer@wexfordcoco.ie
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BIKE MAINTENANCE DEMO For those interested in gaining a basic understanding of bicycle maintenance, Sean Moore from Barrow Bikes will demonstrate how to carry out basic bike safety checks, using the “M” Check method. A puncture repair demo will also be included. Time: 6pm Date: Thursday the 16th May Location: Barrow Bikes and Cafe, Rosbercon, New Ross, Co. Wexford, Y34 Y052 Suitability: All levels. Places limited. Please register in advance For more information: Please register in advance by emailing wexfordbikeweek@lathiel.com |
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CYCLING AND NUTRITION Join Pedal Pushers active retirement cycling group for a talk on sports nutrition and eating well to age well. Sarah Siggins, Community and Food Nutrition worker will discuss the benefits of eating well to help maintain an active lifestyle. Light refreshments served. Time: 2:30pm Date: Thursday the 16th May Location: Brandon House Hotel, New Ross Suitability: All levels. Numbers limited. this event is now fully booked. |
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SATURDAY 18TH MAY 2024 |
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BIKE PICNIC AND FAMILY SLOW ROLL IN GOREY TOWN PARK A fun morning with bike themed events in Gorey Town Park, including a short Family Slow Roll in Gorey town in association with Gorey Pedestrian and Cycle Association. Slow bike race; prizes for best dressed bike; face painting ,bike themed prizes. Balance Bike Buddies will also be on hand to teach some basic cycling skills to younger children. Time: 11am to 1pm Date: Saturday, the 18th of May Location: Gorey Town Park and local streets of Gorey, Co. Wexford Suitability: All. Competent cyclists only on the Slow Roll as this takes place on the public streets. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times For more information email cyclingofficer@wexfordcoco.ie
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SUNDAY 19TH MAY 2024 |
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GET BACK ON YOUR BIKE - WITH WEXFORD WHEELERS Wexford Wheelers invites you to celebrate Bike Week 2024 with a 25K social spin from Wexford Quay to Killinick and back. And they’ll even treat you to a coffee and cake! This special event is limited to 25 people and will take place on Sunday, 19th May 2024, starting at 1:30 pm. Just email wexfordwheelerscc@gmail.com to book your place. Remember, this event is for over-18s only, and you will need a road bike, a helmet, a hi viz and appropriate clothing. We can't wait to see you there! Time: 1:30 pm Date: Sunday, the 19th of May Location: Wexford Town Quay to Killinick Village and back (25km) Suitability: Over 18’s only, non competitive. Everyone joining must have a roadworthy road bicycle, a helmet, hi viz and appropriate clothing. For more information: email wexfordwheelerscc@gmail.com
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BIKE FEST IN COURTOWN BMX CLUB An all day event in Courtown BMX Club. Join Daniella and Emma on the BMX track to learn some new cycling skills. Discover the thrill of BMX, come and give it a go with expert coaches. Sessions will include balance bikes, cycling skills, introduction to BMX (children) and introduction to BMX (families) Time: 11 am Date: Sunday, 19th of May Location: Courtown BMX Club, Riverchapel, Courtown Suitability: Ages 2- 14 For more information or to book your place email : bikebuddiesirl@gmail.com
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BIODIVERSITY CYCLE TO WEXFORD WILDFOWL RESERVE – WITH WEXFORD BICYCLE USERS GROUP (WexBUG) A social cycling tour from Ferrybank to Wexford Wildfowl Reserve with WexBUG. Coffee and cake on Wexford quay afterwards. Supported by Irish Cycling Campaign and Irish Environmental Network Time: 11am Date: Sunday, May 19th Location: Ferrybank (Wexford town) to Wexford Wildfowl Reserve and back to Wexford Quay. Suitability: Basic cycling ability – will include some busy road – but mostly quiet roads. Everyone joining must have a roadworthy bicycle, a helmet, hi viz and appropriate clothing For more information or to book your place \email georginagaul@gmail.com
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BIODIVERSITY BIKE RIDE WITH GOREY PEDESTRIAN AND CYCLING ASSOCIATION Join biodiversity expert Natasha Ariff and the Gorey Pedestrian and Cycling for a biodiversity bike ride and learn how we can protect nature in Gorey. The route will stop by several biodiversity sites in Gorey town where we will learn what we have around us, and how we can do so much more to protect our environment in Gorey. Followed by complimentary refreshments at Gorey Town Park Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Date: Sunday the 19th of May Location: Meet at the Heritage Orchard (Next to the Fire Station in Gorey) Suitability: All fitness levels. Everyone joining must have a roadworthy bicycle, a helmet, hi viz. Limited spaces For more information: To book your place get your ticket on: biobike.eventbrite.com https://biodiversityweek.ie/events/biodiversity-bike-ride-gorey/
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