Family Fun on Two Wheels at Manvers Lake

Get your helmets on! Join us on Saturday 11th April at 10:00am for the Manvers Lake Family Bike Ride - a relaxed, scenic 5km loop that’s perfect for all ages and abilities.

The route is flat, friendly, and manageable for everyone - even your toddler… or your least athletic relative. This is not a race. Think more leisurely lakeside adventure than Tour

de France.

What’s Happening on the Day

The ride will be led by qualified Manvers ride leaders, supported by the brilliant team at Yorkshire Bike Shack CIC and their welcoming Rock Up and Ride group.

The highlights:

• Free “Dr Bike” Surgery (from 9:30am)

  Got a squeak, wobble, or mysterious clicking noise? Yorkshire Bike Shack will give your bike a free safety check and adjustments before the ride.

• Bike Hire – just £5

  No bike? No problem. Adult and children’s bikes are available so there’s no excuse not to join in.

• No Rider Left Behind

  The group will travel at a pace best described as “steady and sociable” - definitely closer to a Sunday stroll than a competitive sprint.

• Coffee & Cake Nearby

  Because nothing says healthy lifestyle quite like rewarding yourself with coffee and cake afterwards.

Yorkshire Bike Shack will stay until 12:30pm to help with any mechanical issues that occur during the ride - whether that’s a slipped chain or a slightly bruised ego.

Why Join? The Health Benefits

Aside from the fun, a short ride like this is a great boost for your wellbeing:

Physical health

• Improves heart health and fitness

• Builds strength and coordination

• Low-impact exercise suitable for most ages and abilities

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Mental wellbeing

• Fresh air and gentle movement help reduce stress

• Boosts mood and energy levels

• A great way to unplug from screens and enjoy the moment

And let’s be honest - exercise feels a lot easier when there’s good company and a café at the end.

The Social Benefits

This event is all about community and connection.

• Meet other local families and cyclists

• Build confidence riding in a friendly group

• Help children develop independence and cycling skills

• Enjoy a welcoming, supportive atmosphere where everyone belongs

  
  

Best of all, you don’t need to be a club member - the ride is open to everyone.

A Perfect Spring Morning Outdoors

With peaceful lakeside views, wildlife, and a traffic-free route, Manvers Lake offers the ideal setting for a relaxed family outing. Whether you’re coming for the fitness, the fresh air, the social side - or just the cake - you’ll be glad you did.

Book Your Place

Secure your spot here:https://webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/2026-manvers-lake-family-bike-ride

We’re looking forward to seeing you on Saturday 11th April for a morning of fresh air, friendly faces, gentle pedalling - and possibly a well-earned slice of cake. 🚴‍♀️🚴