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September Update from Yate Community Bike HubOur monthly newsletter for volunteers and supporters
The Hub has been a hive of activity in September! Back to school and Bikeability courses in schools have kept our fantastic volunteers busy preparing and selling bikes, while working on our mission to get as many people as possible cycling. We’ve got a great range of bikes in stock at the moment in the shop and have also added some to our eBay shop, where we also have a range of clothing stocked too.
We ran our final ‘Rusty Riders’ sessions of the year but don’t worry, if you missed out they will be returning early next year – keep an eye on our newsletters for more details. Our Dr Bike event was extremely well attended with our mechanic busy from start to finish and lots of bikes checked.
We also hosted the very popular ‘Brake it down’ maintenance and practice sessions which saw our mechanics show keen cyclists all there is to know about maintaining their brakes. This course filled up quickly! We ended September with our final bike to Park Run of the year where we were joined by the local Policing Team who were on hand to security mark bikes too.
We were also pleased to welcome new volunteers Alex, Wayne, Will and Harry. We are grateful to have them as
October is set to be a busy one with lots of events lined up – read on for more info.
Love, peace and bicycle grease,
Lexy & the YCBH Core Team
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Looking for a fun-filled, family friendly day out? Cycle-fest could be for you!
Cycle Fest is a family cycle around the main Castle Combe race circuit from 11am until 4pm on Sunday 5th October 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take part in a family cycling event and there are also plenty of other activities like cycling proficiency, children’s activities, information on family friendly local routes as well as a chance to meet the Air Ambulance mascot and sample tasty food vendors.
October Events
October is set to be a busy month at the Hub with lots of events scheduled for Cycle to School week (see below) and half-term.
During half-term we will host a youth basic bike maintenance session where 12-18 year olds can come along and learn basic skills like how to repair a puncture. Booking is essential for this and under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. As well as our regular Saturday Dr Bike session (11th October) we also have a bonus Dr Bike session this month so you can pop along on the 29th too.
Our popular ‘Get your Bearings’ maintenance session will take place on the 21st, with a practice session the following week for those who have previously attended a course. This is an intermediate session aimed at people who have already attended a course with us previously. These courses are proving very popular with waiting lists quickly starting so please ensure you cancel your place if you’re no longer able to attend so we can pass your place to someone else.
This month will finish with a spooky ride around local sights for Halloween! Fancy dress optional, lights required. Join us for this family friendly ride around the local area.
Bikeability Cycle Training
Bikeability cycle training is an opportunity to boost cycling skills and increase confidence and road safety. Training is carried out by qualified National Standard Instructors who are Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checked and are part of the Road Safety Team at South Gloucestershire Council.
Sessions run locally and are only £5 per child. Check out the South Gloucestershire Council website for further information and to book.
Cycle to School week – 13th – 17th October
Are you ready to bring more fun to the school run by swapping your normal mode of transport for a bike? Cycle to School week (13th – 17th October) aims to raise awareness of the benefits of cycling to school by encouraging young people to cycle to school. Not only will this save money, it will boost health and have a positive impact on the environment.
Bring some fun to the school run!
In support of this initiative, we’re asking primary school children to bring a photo of them into the Hub on Saturday 18th October showing that they’ve cycled to school and our volunteers will be ready & waiting with goodies for them.
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