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
Bikes Without Barriers Sessions
Sessions are on every Tuesday during the block dates below and are suitable for adults age 16 years+
Cost: £4.00 per session
| DATES | TIME | VENUE |
Tuesday 3 June - Tuesday 8 July | 11.00am-2.00pm | Forthbank Football Stadium |
| Tuesday 29 July – Tuesday 7 October | 11.00am-2.00pm | Forthbank Football Stadium |
PLEASE NOTE: no adult sessions on Tuesday 15 & Tuesday 22 July due to staff holidays and bike maintenance.
SUMMER JUNIOR SESSIONS
We're delighted to introduce junior sessions for children age 8 years+ during the summer holidays.
Cost - £4.00 per session
| DATES | TIME | VENUE |
Tuesday 1 & Tuesday 8 July | 10.00am-11.00am | Forthbank Football Stadium |
| Tuesday 5 & Tuesday 12 August | 10.00am-11.00am | Forthbank Football Stadium |
PLEASE NOTE: no junior sessions on Tuesday 15 or Tuesday 22 July.
Winter Sessions Update
Please note that during the winter months, all sessions will continue to take place outdoors. As the weather becomes colder and wetter, we kindly ask participants to dress appropriately and come prepared for the conditions.
In the event of extreme weather, sessions may be cancelled for safety reasons. We recommend checking for updates before attending.
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.
