Bikes without barriers is an adapted cycling programme taking place in the City of Stirling. Developed and delivered in partnership with Active Stirling and Forth Valley Disability Sport, with support from Stirling Council.
The programme aims to provide opportunities for adults aged 16yrs+, living with a disability or who face barriers to participating in cycling to enjoy the sense of exhilaration and fun that can be experienced through cycling. The programme has been developed with a focus on participants having fun, building confidence, and learning new skills through social weekly cycles, experiencing the beautiful local surroundings in a new way.
Let’s take a look at the programme with Vikki
Our Bikes Without Barriers programme is now finished for 2024 - THANK YOU to all our incredible volunteers – your dedication and support makes this programme possible.
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back in 2025! Keep an eye on here and our social media pages for next year’s dates. See you soon!
How to book
Participants can sign up by emailing our team at bwb@activestirling.org.uk
- In 2022, Active Stirling held 34 adapted sessions, with a total of 160 participant sessions, averaging nearly 5 participants per session.
- Key indicators for wellbeing showed high levels of 'Very Much' for: Talking (30%), Smiling & Laughing (85%), Concentrating (40%), Feeling Calm & Relaxed (55%), and Engagement in Activity (70%).
- Participants noted benefits such as fresh air, meeting new people, trying something new, and building confidence.
- 100% reported feeling good about themselves after participating and would encourage others to join.
