Bike Week 2025 takes place from Monday 9th to Sunday 15th June, inviting people across the UK to rediscover the power of two wheels. Organised by Cycling UK, this annual campaign encourages individuals, families, schools, and workplaces to embrace cycling as a fun, healthy, and sustainable way to travel.
Whether you’re commuting, exercising, or just enjoying time outdoors, Bike Week is the perfect reason to dust off your bike and take it for a spin.
What Is Bike Week?
Bike Week is the UK’s biggest celebration of cycling and has been running for over a century. Established in the early 1920s, the campaign has grown into a national movement promoting the many benefits of cycling, including improved physical and mental health, reduced carbon emissions, lower transport costs, and safer, quieter streets.
Over the years, Bike Week has inspired millions to take up cycling — not just as a sport or hobby, but as a daily way of life.
The Theme for 2025: “Cycling – The Best Way to Get Around”
This year’s theme puts everyday travel at the heart of the campaign. “Cycling – The Best Way to Get Around” encourages people to make cycling a regular mode of transport, whether it’s for commuting to work or school, running errands, or visiting friends and family.
Cycling UK wants to highlight the practicality and affordability of cycling, especially in the face of rising fuel prices and growing environmental concerns. With the right infrastructure and support, cycling can become a realistic, accessible option for more people — not just the already sporty or adventurous.
Why Cycling Matters
Choosing to cycle has a wide range of benefits, both personal and societal:
- Improves your health – Regular cycling helps reduce the risk of chronic illnesses such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity, and can significantly improve mental wellbeing by reducing stress and anxiety.
- Saves you money – Cycling eliminates the cost of petrol, parking, and expensive public transport fares.
- Protects the environment – A bike produces zero emissions, helping to reduce air pollution and tackle climate change.
- Strengthens communities – Cycling encourages more interaction with neighbours and local spaces, and it helps reduce traffic congestion.
For individuals and families looking to live more sustainably, cycling is one of the simplest changes with the biggest long-term impact.
How to Take Part in Bike Week
You don’t need to be an expert cyclist to take part. Bike Week is all about showing that cycling can fit into your life — however and wherever you ride. Here are some practical ways to get involved:
- Cycle to work or school – Even just one day of swapping your car or bus journey for a bike ride helps make a difference.
- Plan a weekend ride – Explore a local park, greenway, or coastal path. North Tyneside has plenty of scenic and safe cycle routes suitable for all ages.
- Check your bike – Make sure your tyres are inflated, your brakes are working, and your lights and reflectors are ready to go. Local shops or cycling clubs may offer free maintenance sessions during Bike Week.
- Join a local cycling group – Riding with others can boost your confidence and help you discover new routes and friendships.
- Host a bike event – Schools, community centres, and workplaces can host ride-to-work days or friendly cycling competitions.
Cycling in North Tyneside
North Tyneside is one of the most bike-friendly areas in the North East, with an ever-improving network of cycle paths, shared-use routes, and traffic-free trails. Popular local routes include:
- The Coast Road Cycle Path – Linking Newcastle to Tynemouth with a protected cycle route.
- The North Tyneside Waggonways – Former railway lines transformed into leafy trails ideal for walking and cycling.
- The Cobalt Cycle Hub – Located at Cobalt Business Park, offering cycle hire, maintenance, and advice.
Final Thoughts: Make Cycling Part of Your Everyday Life
Bike Week 2025 is more than a celebration — it’s a reminder that cycling is a powerful, practical tool for healthier living and a greener planet. Whether you're aiming to reduce your carbon footprint, improve your fitness, or simply enjoy some fresh air, getting on your bike can bring real, lasting benefits.
Even small changes — like swapping one car journey per week for a bike ride — can add up to a big difference. And with plenty of support and resources available locally, there’s never been a better time to start.
So this June, take the first step towards a more active, sustainable lifestyle. Rediscover the freedom of two wheels.
