Residents are being encouraged to get out and about on their bikes this spring and explore York and the surrounding area with Sky Ride Local, a series of free guided bike rides.

British Cycling and Sky, in partnership with City of York Council, have scheduled a series of Sky Ride Local rides in York for 2016. The rides are guided by British Cycling Ride Leaders along scenic local routes and pitched at three different levels. Rides will cater for complete beginners with easy going rides to people who like to test their skills with more challenging rides.

The free, guided rides begin on Sunday 10 April at 10am with an easy-going four mile ride starting from Rowntree Park taking in the Knavesmire.

Further rides will take place on:
17 April – Rowntree Park – easygoing (four miles)
24 April – Rowntree Park – easygoing (four miles)
1 May – Rowntree Park – steady (six miles)

To register for a free guided bike ride, to see the full calendar of up and coming rides or find out more about getting into cycling, visit: www.goskyride.com/York

Cllr Nigel Ayre, Executive Member for Leisure, Culture and Tourism, said: “The York Sky Ride Local programme gives residents an opportunity to discover the joys of cycling on great routes in and around York with the help of friendly ride leaders. I’d encourage people to dust off their bikes and take part as there are routes for all abilities and it’s a great way to get some of your 150 minutes of recommended exercise a week.”