Director Prospectus – All Aboard!
June 5, 2026
Hello! Have you been enjoying the pink flowers, light evenings and [probably] to a lesser extent, torrential downpours of late? We sure feel like there’s been a conglomerate mix up of the elements – with Station South riders and the community embracing whatever’s thrown at them it seems, with full northern grit, determination and a shear love for bicycling!
Before we delve into the next wave of offers, first enjoy a few moments from Cycle Fest – our third annual turbo bike event which we hosted here on 9th May 2026.
Yellow riders enjoying one of our four led rides for families + beginners that headed out throughout the morning..
Blue riders enjoying one of our three led rides for more distance, bumps + elevations that headed out throughout the morning..
A few of Team Pink getting ready to head out on one of the four pacier and further led rides…
…and whilst the rides were all out playing – the skies officially broke here at Station South as we were getting the afternoon’s event ready!
However, much to our relief the rain stopped + the [cycle] show could go on! An afternoon of a multitude of bike activities commenced.
Thank you so much to everybody who came along to this year’s event – through sun, rain, hail, lightning + blustering winds – we got through it together + rejoiced in community spirit!
An extra special shout out to all of the incredible volunteers, ride leaders + activity facilitators for absolutely rocking the whole day. You can see a complete list of thanks and contact platforms for everybody involved in the below IG post 🙂
With Yellow [beginner], Blue [intermediate] + Pink [advanced] sections of the Cycling Club in full seasonal swing, take a look below for rides to suit everybody’s abilities : from sitting on a bike saddle for the first time -> racing up hills.
So many folk have already learnt to cycle with us this Spring, join them in one of our sessions as they continue on throughout the season :
Wednesdays 10-11am in Cringle Park
Our wondrous partnership with Move Her Way continues, every Friday with rides heading out from Station South at 10am. These are perfect for women who are new to cycling, or returning after some time – or for those who simply fancy a chill and chance to meet lovely new people!
As the regular Blue rides go from strength to strength, we can look forward to another series of super fun and progressive rides throughout June.
Blue rides vary from super chilled pootles along local cycle paths and quiet roads to longer rides into Derbyshire, to testing the legs and comfort zones with ‘Happy Hills’ and ‘Glorious Gravel’. We have categorised them into ‘Bee Ratings’ see below to understand more!
As the Blue group grows, we’re keen to expand the rides we offer : interested in ride leading or want to know more? Drop Anna a note : community@stationsouth.co.uk
Most Blue rides are organised through a platform called Spond. There is no membership fee, so feel free to join our growing club straight away and stay in the loop about upcoming rides.
Team Pink have developed a well deserved reputation for being “the friendliest cycling club around” : mix gendered, non-dropping and multiple offers each week of different routes, technicality and speeds make for an amazing whirlwind of progressive cycling positivity.
With race season underway, by joining SSCC Pink, you can give your legs the ultimate challenge by taking part in weekly hill climbs challenges. Race champion in the Pink crew, Peter, says :
“We usually ride out separately to allow warm ups. Then cheer each other on and ride back – and usually have a drink in Station South. Sign on and pay at hillclimbproject.co.uk. Entries open the thurs a week ahead and close thurs before.This series can see the likes of Jenny Holl and Sarah Storey line up alongside local heroes. But still manage to be the most beginner friendly and a really supportive community.No race licence or specialist equipment needed.”
Save the date for our annual midsummer party on wheels! There will be rides for all, departing from Station South on 25th June.
For all of your bike repairs + servicing needs, swing by the Bike Station Weds – Sat to get your steed in fabulous form for all of your summer cycling adventures!
You can access the workshop through the cafe or via the A6.
See you next time, cycle safe 🙂
Regards from Anna + the Bike Station team ♡
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