Family‑Friendly Fun Cycle! National Bike Week 2026
- Mar 26
- 2 min read
Updated: 12 hours ago
As part of National Bike Week 2026, Emyvale Cycling Club are delighted to host a family‑friendly cycling fun session, open to the local community and designed to encourage people of all ages to enjoy cycling in a safe, supportive and social setting.
This event is ideal for families, beginners, and recreational cyclists who are looking to build confidence, refresh their bike skills, and enjoy a relaxed group cycle on local roads and greenway routes.
Date & Time: Saturday 16th April 2026 @ 2pm
Where: Glennan Church Car park, Glennan, Glaslough, H18 YT20
Cost: Free to attend! Register here!
What’s planned
The session will be delivered by Cycling Ireland‑accredited Group Ride Leaders from Emyvale Cycling Club and will begin with:
Free bike safety checks
Free bike skills session
Guided cycle
These activities will take place and start at the car park of St Mary’s Church, Glennan, Glaslough, Co. Monaghan (H18 YT20). The focus of this initial session is on road safety, basic cycling skills, and ensuring all bikes are safe and roadworthy before heading out.
A guided cycle spin
Following the skills session, participants will have the choice of joining one of two guided cycle routes, both fully led and guided by our experienced Cycling Ireland-Accredited Group Ride Leaders:
🚲 Option #1: 14km route - family spin
Starting from Glenna Church car park
Travelling via the L‑5207 to Corracrin
Connecting onto the N2 Greenway into Emyvale
Finishing with refreshments in Emyvale
Approximately 14km round‑trip
🚲 Option #2: 8km route - family spin (short route)
Starting from Glenna Church car park
Cycling to Glaslough village
Continuing onto Donnagh Row (L‑11701)
Returning to Glennan Church car park
Approximately 8km round‑trip
The shorter route ensures the event remains accessible and inclusive, particularly for younger cyclists or those newer to cycling.
Safety & Participation
To ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment:
NOTE: All participants must bring and wear their own cycling helmet
Bikes must be in good working order (a free bike check will be provided)
Riders must follow the instructions of Group Ride Leaders at all times
Why take part?
This event supports the objectives of National Bike Week 2026 by:
Promoting active travel and physical wellbeing
Encouraging safe cycling practices
Helping families and individuals build confidence on the bike
Supporting lifelong participation in cycling within our local community
And it's fun!
Whether you’re new to cycling, getting back on the bike, or simply looking for a fun family activity, we’d love you to join us!
Want to take part?
This event is free to attend. Please Register here!
About Bike Week 2026
More details here on National Bike Week 2026...
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