Inclusive cycling club launched at Cumbria Sports Academy

A popular inclusive cycling hub has been relaunched at Cumbria Sports Academy (CSA), Hensingham.

The hub was one of the first projects delivered as part of Cumberland Council’s Coastal Programme, but which had ceased operating during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With the help of The Outdoor Partnership, Cyclewise, CSA, Wheels for All and a group of volunteers, the council is now in a position to offer inclusive cycling sessions once again.

The first event was held on Friday 23 August, utilising a range of adapted bikes; from trikes and quads, recumbents and side to sides alongside standard two wheelers.

The event offered the opportunity to try cycling in a safe and pleasant setting, on a dedicated circuit and with support.

The coastal programme, which is funded by central government’s Coastal Communities Fund and Sellafield Ltd’s Six Social Impact multiplied programme, aims to strengthen the coastal destination offer for both residents and visitors and increase sustainable employment opportunities by shining the spotlight on Cumbria’s largely undiscovered stretch of coastline.

Completed elements of the Coastal programme that aim to bring improved infrastructure, art and adventure to the coast.