Family Fun Cycle (5-9 miles)
Join Sunderland Young People’s Bike Project for a family friendly cycle along the river, starting at Gibside.
- Booking essential
- Free event
A local fun cycle ride starting at Gibside and heading along the Tyne Derwent Way. This bike ride is aimed at children and their families and will consist of a leisurely ride along cycle route 14 with Sunderland Young People’s Bike Project. The ride will be a slow and easy pace and will be between 5 and 9 miles. Bikes and personal protective equipment can be provided or participants can bring their own bikes if they feel more comfortable. The ride will take approximately 1hr 45mins in total. Participants must be able to pedal 5-9 miles independently.
Book for free below. Meet at Gibside Visitor Reception. Please note this ride does not go through Gibside and does not include entry into Gibside. Cycling around Gibside is not permitted.
This activity is part of the Tyne Derwent Way Summer of Cycling. The Tyne Derwent Way is a nine-mile green corridor that connects natural green space and important cultural and heritage sites all the way from St Mary’s Heritage Centre in Gateshead to Gibside. Come along to find out more.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call n/a. Book online through Eventbrite.
- Meeting point
Meet outside Gibside Visitor Reception.
- What to bring and wear
Appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather is recommended.
Upcoming events
Summer of Play at Gibside
Welcome to a summer of possibilities. Create, explore, move, wonder and make-believe at Gibside, all summer long.
History walk - the story of Gibside
Dive into the history of Gibside and take a walk with a Guided Walk volunteer around the 18th century landscape garden.
Live music at Gibside this summer
Soak up the atmosphere at Gibside this summer with live music from Red Kites Jazz and The Cobweb Orchestra.
History talk - an introduction to the history of Gibside
Get a taste for the history of Gibside with a Guided Walk volunteer.