MK gears up for the Festival of Cycling

A family cycling together in a park

Milton Keynes City Council has joined forces with local group Cycling Citizens and the Mayor of Milton Keynes, Cllr Marie Bradburn to create a new Festival of Cycling.

From 15 to 30 March a host of free, fun activities will be taking place across the city to promote cycling including:

  • Big Walk and Wheel to School - 24 March to 4 April
  • Bike Marking by the police outside Midsummer Place in CMK by the bike racks - 27 March 
  • Gentle Social Women’s Ride at Willen Lake – 28 March
  • MK Dons Stadium Lap Children’s Ride – 29 March
  • Mother’s Day Parks Ride – 30 March

All cycling event details can be found at www.getaroundmk.org.uk

The festival includes a photography competition with four categories. There will be a £25 voucher prize for each category to buy cycle accessories through Freewheel, provided by Madison Cycles.

  1. Find the Mayor – Can you spot Mayor Bradburn on her bike? She will be riding somewhere in Central Milton Keynes every day during the festival (15 to 30 March).
  2. Wheelie Good – take a selfie, short video or photo with your friends and family having fun cycling in one of MK’s amazing parks. 
  3. Follow the Rabbit– The Mayor will be following a giant rabbit on a bike around MK on 27 March and it’s your challenge to grab a photo or video clip.
  4. Instaworthy – show off your photography skills and send us your photo of something or somewhere in MK to inspire more people to cycle.

To take part in any of the competitions or to get more details about all cycling events, sign up for free at Events at www.getaroundmk.org.uk or use the hashtag #GAMK

“Milton Keynes is a fantastic city for cycling, with Redways for miles and plenty of green and open spaces. The competition is open to everyone, it’s a chance to get creative and enjoy time outdoors, all whilst showcasing the benefits of cycling across our wonderful city.”

“And with spring just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to pump those tyres, and get active. Join me this month by cycling a mile for the mayor, as every pedal pushed helps Milton Keynes become a cleaner, greener, and healthier city.”
- Mayor of MK, Cllr Marie Bradburn