Held near the ATU grounds, the farmers market will reward visitors who cycle with a free tea or coffee and treat at LaPapa restaurant. This Bike Week initiative promotes active travel, supports local business, and encourages a shift from car to bike. A short survey will capture cycling habits and interest.
We will host our event at Carndonagh Community School. They have 400 meter track, where young participants can cycle in safety off the main road. There will also be an bike obstacle course which will be managed and facilitated by our local cycling expert.
The event will offer 30km & 40km routes with a breakfast stop near the end for participants. The goal is to encourage participation in a social group cycle for club and non-members. We will be encouraging people interested in cycling who are non members to participate in the group cycle and hope to encourage then to get involved with regular group cycles with the club. This will be an easy paced event with experienced club member leading the cycle event and providing marshalling and support. Bikes will be checked and safety will be discussed in a briefing before the cycle.
Before their cycling trip to Bonny Glen Forest, Scoil Mhuire will have local bike mechanics perform a full service on the pupils' bikes.
We are planning a vibrant and inclusive Community Bike Day designed to bring people of all ages together on two wheels! The event kicks off with an in-depth workshop on bike maintenance and repair, led by local cycling experts who will guide participants through essential skills such as fixing a flat, adjusting brakes, and tuning gears. After getting hands-on and confident with their bikes, everyone is invited to take part in a leisurely community ride through scenic local routes. As a special highlight, we’re excited to include the use of a specially designed accessible bike, enabling elderly community members and residents from the nearby residential home to join in the fun and reconnect with their community. This heartwarming addition ensures that the joy of cycling is shared by all, making the day not only active and educational, but also deeply meaningful.
A cycle to school morning, children and parents gather at the beach car park and we all set off to our local national school. We hope the children will use their bikes more often and be more aware of safety on the roads. Making it a fun event is beneficial to everyone involved.
We will begin our day with a cycle to school every day for bike week. Meeting at market square in Dunfanaghy village to promote cycling and create an awareness in our locality. Guest speaker to talk to pupils around bike maintenance and bike safety. Make healthy smoothies as a refreshment
Students form Magh Ene College will complete a 5km Cycle in the local area to raise awareness around cycling among students. They will hold a session on Bike Maintenance and Safety prior to the Cycle, hosted by the Green Schools Travel Officer.
Grassroutes Bike Hire will run eight inclusive cycling classes during Bike Week 2025 for students from Little Angels and St Bernadette’s schools. Sessions include bike fitting, safety checks, and adapted cycling skills, promoting confidence, physical activity, and independence.
Students will learn key cycling skills from Green Schools’ Aengus Kennedy before exploring their local national park by bike. This safe, supported experience builds confidence and road safety awareness. Parents can join to learn alongside their children, encouraging more cycling at home—especially for those without regular bike access or experience.
This skills evening will provide the children with the basic skills that are required when starting to cycle.
Members of Naomh Padraig Uisce Chaoin will take part in an event aiming to promote and encourage the use of the new Greenway when traveling to and from matches/training. The event will involve a one hour session at the club led by local cycling coaches focusing on cycling skills, cycling safety and guidelines for using the greenway. This will be followed by a guided cycle on the greenway and refreshments in the clubhouse.
The Bike Maintenance Workshop teaches essential bike care skills, including fixing flats, adjusting brakes, and cleaning chains. Participants can bring their own bikes for hands-on learning with a local expert. Free safety kits, including lights and reflective gear, will be provided to promote safe, confident, and regular cycling habits.
Greenway cycle for children from 2nd-6th class of Monreagh National School, Co. Donegal from Carrigans to Derry, stopping for refreshments halfway on 13th May 2025 for Bike Week.
As part of Bike Week, students will explore Bonny Glen Forest and the Dolmen Stone by bike, promoting fitness, confidence, and outdoor learning. The event combines cycling with local heritage, teamwork, and environmental awareness, ending with a picnic. It highlights cycling as a fun, educational, and healthy group activity.
Grassroutes Bike Hire will run eight inclusive cycling classes during Bike Week 2025 for students from Little Angels and St Bernadette’s schools. Sessions include bike fitting, safety checks, and adapted cycling skills, promoting confidence, physical activity, and independence.
On Tuesday 13th May, Donegal County Council will host a 6km lunchtime cycle around Donegal Town for Bike Week 2025. Staff will enjoy a relaxed ride, a healthy lunch, and learn about cycling safety, the benefits of exercise, the Cycle to Work Scheme, and try out electric bikes.
Finn Wheelers will run a women's only leisure cycle with the aim to increase female participation in Donegal cycling. This will be an easy paced event with experienced club members leading the cycle event and providing marshalling and support. Bikes will be checked and safety will be discussed in a briefing before the cycle.
Bike Week is funded by the Department of Transport, coordinated by TFI and brought to you by the Local Authorities and Sport Partnerships.