- 14 September
- 10am – 4pm
- Free event
Pedals at the Park
Join us for an exciting mountain bike showcase featuring live demonstrations, interactive maintenance sessions, and much more.
This free community event aims to promote cycling, inspire the next generation, and provide a fun day out for all ages and abilities.
Please note, parking charges apply.
Free Children’s Cycling Races
- 14 September
- 1 hr sessions between 10.20am – 3.30pm
- Free event
- Booking required
Let your little ones enjoy a free, fun race on our mini track. Bring your own bike and helmet, and get ready to win great prizes from Frog Bikes, Muc-Off, Moors Valley Railway, Go Ape and more.
10.20am to 10.55am – Under 5 balance bike
12pm to 12.30pm – 5 – 6 yrs pedal bike
12.50pm to 1.25pm – 7 – 9 yrs pedal bike
2.50pm to 3.25pm – 10 – 11 yrs pedal bike
Every child that enters wins a prize.
Featuring:
- Extreme Mountain Bike Show ā the UK & Europeās number one Mountain Bike, Trials/BMX demonstration Team lead by the Multiple British and European Mountain Bike Trials Champion Danny Butler appearing throughout the day.
- Bike Doctor – Our friendly bike doctor will be on hand to inspect your bike for free, ensuring itās in top condition.
- Guardhouse Sports – A unique, destination bike and board store, based in Christchurch.
- Frog Bikes – Specialists in children’s bikes for ages 1 to 14, including balance bikes.
- Frog Bike demo zone – Frog Bikes are hopping along to Pedals at the Park for a free demo event. Let your kids experience the joy of cycling. Watch your children glide or pedal with smiles as big as the great outdoors.
- Muc-Off – Innovative cleaning products to keep you and your bikes running at full potential.
- Bournemouth Cycleworks – A great selection from some of the top cycling brands, based in Bournemouth.
- Dorset Police – Safeguard your beloved bike with a free, professional security marking service.
- Accessible Cycling – Discover more about the range of accessible cycles here at Moors Valley.
- Dorset Rough Riders – Learn more about the inclusive cycling club based around the Bournemouth, Poole, and wider Dorset area, welcoming riders of all ages and abilities.
- Adaptiv-Sport – Recognising the importance of high-quality adaptive equipment, allowing people of all abilities to exercise and be active.
- Rimecuda – Clothing and accessories from the New Forest.
- Wheelie Bike Shop – A rider run and owned bike shop based in Poole.
Join us at the Lakeside Picnic Area near the Moors Valley Visitor Centre.
Free Children’s Adventure Cycling
- 14 September
- 1 hr sessions between 10am and 4.15pm
- Free event
- Booking required
Join a qualified instructor for a fun and adventurous bike ride around the park. Enjoy a free opportunity to explore some of the tracks and trails of Moors Valley. Bikes provided for free if needed.
10am to 11am ā 8 -10 years old
12pm to 1.15pm ā 10 -12 years old
2.15pm to 3.30pm ā13 -15 years old