North Ayrshire Council and KA Leisure are proud to host an upcoming cycling event for children and families.

With loads of different bikes to try, mini athletics, balance bikes, e-bike trials and more, the event will be packed full of outdoor fun and learning for ages 3 and upwards.

Delivered by North Ayrshire Council’s Active Travel team and KA Leisure the event will be held on Sunday 15 June from 12noon until 4pm at the Athletics track at the sports grounds of St Matthew’s Academy, Saltcoats.

The event is being delivered in partnership with:

• Everybody’s Cycling – the cycling equipment provider on the day. Bike choices to try out include standard bikes, adapted bikes for all abilities, recumbents, trikes and more.
• There will also be a cycling arcade, mega-bike and rickshaw bike so that everyone has the opportunity to get involved.
• Equal Supported Employment team - part of the council’s Employability team - Your Next Move, Working North Ayrshire – with refurbished bikes to give away to residents in need and information on their employability programme.
• KA Leisure – will be running balance bike sessions, mini-athletics and soft archery. They will also bring their Activator Bus – a health and wellbeing centre on wheels offering free health checks and advice on fitness and wellness activities near you.
• Trinity Active Travel team – providing a Dr Bike service to undertake minor repairs to your bike. The team will also have information on the incredible trails and cycle routes across North Ayrshire.

Furthermore, the North Ayrshire Tandem Club, Home Energy Scotland and Irvine Cycles will all be supporting the event.

“From first-time riders to experienced cyclists, or residents who haven’t hopped onto the saddle in a while, we are proud to team up with partners on what will no doubt be a brilliant start to our busy summer events calendar.

“Cycling will be the focus so why not come along on your bike or borrow a bike from Everybody’s Cycling on the day?

“There will be a fun cycling arcade which will allow riders to make music, blow bubbles and race Scalextric cars. Free snacks will also be on offer as well as other fun activities such as soft archery, balance bike sessions, mini-athletics and more.

“So, save the date! Why not come along and join in the fun?”

It is hoped that by attending the fun day, residents will have the opportunity to connect with supportive services across the area and feel confident this summer to cycle around the amazing green spaces and cycle routes that North Ayrshire has to offer.

Stay tuned for more community events and free fun happening this summer via the North Ayrshire events calendar: What's on in North Ayrshire.

Published: 23 May 2025