Category: Cycling

  • The Bike Project – Workshop Welcome

    The Bike Project – Workshop Welcome

    We are really excited to hae the Bike Project joining us in September with a whole days worth of activities – kicking off from 10am and finishing in the afternoon with an urban cycle ride.

    Activities to include

    Pop-Up Bike Drop-off Point
    Dr. Bike
    Jumble Sale (2nd-hand bike accessories and parts)
    “Winterproof Your Bike” – Mudguard purchase and fitting service
    Open Workshop – Opportunity for a taster session of volunteering in the workshop
    Kids’ Games – Balance bike course or similar activities
    Afternoon Urban Cycle Ride, following the above activities

    To find out more about the work that the Bike Project do, you can see here https://instagram.com/the_bikeproject

  • Together We Cycle – film showing and panel discussion hosted by Biclas B12 and Ecobirmingham

    Together We Cycle – film showing and panel discussion hosted by Biclas B12 and Ecobirmingham

    ****Booking at the bottom of page via Eventbrite****

    We invite you to start thinking about the way you move around your neighbourhood. Exploring Birmingham by bike and foot allows you to see the city differently while connecting with people and places. Many of us are amazed by the wonderful Dutch cycling culture and infrastructure in the Netherlands. However, it wasn’t always like this.

    Join us at the film screening of ‘We Cycle Together’ and learn about the fantastic ways the country adapted to the influx of cars and how the Dutch society took a different turn to other big cities around the world and against all odds, people kept on cycling.

    In Together we cycle, key players tell the story of the bumpy road which led to the current state. Where cycling is an obvious choice for most citizens.

    The film will be followed by an open conversation with a special panel of Birmingham-based people sharing their everyday bicycle experiences and adventures. On the Panel will be

    Usma Chaudry – primary school teacher, a mother, a wife, a sister and also a friend.

    Esther Barnes – a mum who discovered her life changing love for cycling in Birmingham with her kids.

    Cath Palgrave – cyclist, mechanic, cycle instructor, gardener, camper, gig goer, coffee and cider drinker and

    Lisa Jones – Bicycle adventurer. Passionate about the outdoors, maps and travelling by bike. Chasing views, smiles and cafe stops.

    Please come along for what is set to be an fun evening discovering the possibilities of travelling by bike with an inspiring cycling film screening followed by collectively sharing our experiences and bicycle stories.

    Food from Change Kitchen and drinks will be available, or feel free to bring your own.

    A community event @balsallheathsecondsaturday hosted by @BiclasB12 @ecobirmingham and @TheOldPrintWorks EVERYONE WELCOME!

  • EcoBirmingham Led Bike Ride

    EcoBirmingham Led Bike Ride

    12-1pm – Led Ride – Explore the local area by bike and build confidence riding as a group

  • Up- Cycled Jewellery Workshop with Ecobirmingham

    Up- Cycled Jewellery Workshop with Ecobirmingham

    Make your own bracelet from used bike parts! 2pm until 4pm, Drawing Room

  • Ecobirmingham Walking and Cycling Activities

    Ecobirmingham Walking and Cycling Activities

    Walking & Cycling Activities @ Second Saturday Balsall Heath

    Have Fun • Explore & Connect with Your Local Area • Make Friends • Build Confidence • Learn New Routes

    10am – 1pm – Pop by our stand to chat about walking/cycling and route planning + Pick up a FREE 69Wards by Bike or Foot Map

    10am-11am – Walk & Talk – Get social, explore the local area by foot and share your thoughts

    12-1pm – Led Ride – Explore the local area by bike and build confidence riding as a group