Free family cycling event returns to city

A family cycling event is returning to Wolverhampton for a third year, with the aim of promoting health and fitness and building rider's confidence on the roads.

Wolverhampton Kidical Mass is on 13 June in East Park from 11:00 to 15:00 BST, with the city's cycling ambassador, Commonwealth Games gold medallist and former world champion cyclist, Hugh Porter, setting riders off at about 12.30 BST.

The marshalled event goes around the heart of the city and back, passing landmarks and wherever possible, following cycle lanes, the council said.

Beccy Marston, West Midlands Active Travel Commissioner, said the city was setting a good example during National Bike Week, with people able explore the city's growing cycle network.

The event is partially funded by the government and supported by West Midlands Combined Authority and Transport for West Midlands, charity Cycling UK, British Cycling and the Walk, Wheel, Cycle Trust, the council said.

Sam Henry, founder of No Limits to Health, which organises the event with the council added: "The city continues to be made safe for cycling with the help of City of Wolverhampton Council - Kidical Mass celebrates that, alongside cycling for physical and mental health."

Porter said: "Best wishes to all taking part in the Kidical Mass bike ride. Fingers crossed for good weather, and I hope everyone enjoys it."

Participants should bring roadworthy bikes and helmets, the council said, adding that marshals accompany riders along the approximately 4.5-mile route, but younger children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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