Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday, 29th November for the launch of the Hope Valley Bike Collective at our Pies, Pedals and Punctures event at Hope Sports Club.
The day began with a social ride led by Peak Gravel Gang, alongside our first mountain bike taster session on the field, by Paul from Peak Cycling UK. Highlights included learning new bike skills, getting bikes serviced by 18 Bikes, swapping kit and warming up indoors with delicious pies and refreshments from Café Adventure while enjoying films of cycling adventures and an inspiring talk on bikepacking tips by Hetty, Peak Grave Gang.
We rounded off the day with a joyful light parade around the field. Well done to everyone who braved the rain and tried something new, and a huge thank-you to High Peak CVS for funding the event and making it possible. If you attended we’d love to hear your thoughts so we can plan future events – please complete this quick 2 minute survey.
What’s Next for the Hope Valley Bike Collective?
At the event we asked “what would help you cycle more in the Hope Valley”. You said:
- A Bike and Equipment Library
- A monthly social ride which is accessible for all
- Better information on routes/advice around cycling
- Campaigning for 20mph zones, bikes on trains, bike parking and safe storage
- Regular skill sharing on bike maintenance and routes
- Working with local businesses and setting up loyalty cards/bike racks and storage/tools
- An electric bike fleet for errands and recreation.
If you’d like to get involved and make some of these ideas happen please join the Hope Valley Bike Collective Whatsapp Community Group.
Date for your diary: Any Bike Will Do – Monthly Social Ride
The Hope Valley Bike Collective is excited to host its very first Monthly Social Ride on Sunday, 1st February 2026, and everyone’s welcome!
When: Sunday 1st February 2026. Meet at 10:00am, with the ride setting off shortly after.
Where: Bamford Recreational Ground
What to Expect:
Join us for a relaxed, inclusive ride suitable for all types of bikes and all levels of cyclists. We’ll follow an out-and-back route to the dams, mostly along quiet off-road tracks and the picturesque Thornhill Trail. The route is roughly 5miles in total and should take approximately 30-40 minutes.
After the ride, we’ll head to The Kettle Café at Hope Valley Garden Centre for a well-earned coffee and a friendly catch-up.
Participants should be able to ride confidently and take responsibility for their own safety. Under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
To stay connected and learn more about upcoming rides, please join the Hope Valley Bike Collective Whatsapp Community Group.
