New CEO takes the wheel at Get Cycling CIC!
We at Get Cycling are thrilled to announce that our General Manager, Joanne Mahon, has stepped up to fill the CEO role after Jim McGurn has retired from the business. Jim remains a Director of the social enterprise he set up with his wife Sally in 2008. Joanne said: “I’m really excited about this chance…
Read MoreSpring into cycling!
Spring has arrived! Longer days, warmer weather and more chances to get out on your bike! Now is a great time to either tune up the cycle you’ve only just got out of the shed, upgrade to a newer model or even just hire a cycle for the day! This Easter we have a special…
Read MoreEaster half-price half-day cycle hire
Get Cycling CIC are now open on Sundays and Bank Holidays, and to celebrate the longer days we’re offering local families (and friends) our Easter Special: Half-price for half-day cycle hire throughout the Easter school holidays, available on all tandems and cargo cycles. Tandems are suitable for 2 adults or an adult and child, and cargo cycles for…
Read MoreStacey Mitchell rides for Race The Thames 2021! – update!
See below for the original post.Update from Stacey Mitchell after the completion of Race The Thames 2021: “Taking part in Race the Thames 21 has been incredibly moving from both my teammates and other competitors. The Paravengers worked exceptionally hard to complete 346km. Everyone dug deep and pushed their limits to another level we didn’t…
Read MoreMaps For March
Spring is around the corner! Time to dust off your bike and explore again! Cycling to commute is great but there’s nothing like pedalling somewhere for the sheer joy of it. The weather is on the turn and the sun is out longer every day – time to explore Not sure where to go? New…
Read MoreWe’re recruiting! Shop sales coordinator needed
We are currently looking for a trainee sales professional to work in our York bike shop, managing the entire sales and hire process, conducting initial cycle assessments coming in for repair, and taking a lead on the sales, marketing and promotion of the shop services. We offer a fascinating and rewarding working environment in our…
Read MoreUniversity students research project
Every year from January to March Get Cycling CIC work with the University of York Management School on student consultancy projects
Read MoreWheels for Wellbeing peer mentors needed
Peer mentoring opportunity for inclusive cycle hire scheme
Read MoreBikeability family ambassadors needed
Our friends at The BIkeability Trust are looking for families to become volunteer Ambassadors.
Read MoreCycle Safe In Winter
Cycling in winter, especially as a commute, can seem like an unsavoury part of your day. But just because the weather is against you, doesn’t mean you can’t continue to ride. Cycling in the winter months has a fair few more hazards than travelling by bike in the milder months of the year. With the…
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