Organised by Clyde Cycle Park with support from the Tour de France Social Impact Programme and sportscotland’s Summer of Sport Fund, the festival welcomed over 70 attendees during the day to experience the joy of cycling while inspiring more people to get on their bikes ahead of the Grand Départ in 2027.
A highlight of the day was the launch of Park Cycle at the circuit, a new initiative designed to create a welcoming environment where people of all ages and abilities can enjoy cycling, whether they’re experienced riders or getting on a bike for the first time. Park Cycle aims to encourage people to challenge themselves on the circuit whilst building confidence in a safe and supportive environment.
The celebrations extended beyond the cycling, with skills challenges, a ‘Pimp Your Bike’ station and a smoothie bike that allowed attendees the chance to blend their own healthy drinks using pedal power.
Reflecting on the success of the day, Connor Mason, Tour de France Social Impact Project Officer said:
“It was great to see so many people enjoying the celebrations at Clyde Cycle Park, whether they were taking part in Park Cycle, riding a bike for the first time or soaking up the festival atmosphere. Even a day of classic Scottish summer weather couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm, with so many people coming along to get involved.
“Creating opportunities like this is exactly what the Tour de France Social Impact Programme is about, using the excitement of the Grand Départ to inspire more people to experience cycling in a fun, welcoming and inclusive environment.”
The event marked the beginning of the countdown to the Tour de France Grand Départ coming to Scotland, while highlighting the lasting community impact that cycling can have through inclusive, accessible events that encourage more people to get on their bikes.