CYCLISTS came together to celebrate the opening of the brand new cycling hub at Newbold Comyn.
The hub was officially opened by Andy Robson from Royal Leamington Spa Cycling Club, the chairman of Warwick District Council Coun Naveen Tangri, and director of Mercia Cycles Roger Hackley at the inaugural Newbold Dash.
Situated in the converted Grade II listed barns at the Leamington-based country park, the hub is operated by local company Mercia Cycles, providing bicycle hire, repairs, servicing and skills courses.
The event also provided the opportunity to celebrate the success of the cycle trails, which ,since opening, have seen over 600,000 rides take place.
The Newbold Dash event featured timed races, coaching demos, free bike checks, a photo competition and a selection of food and drink.
WDC’s safer, healthier and active communities spokesperson Coun Jim Sinnott said: “It was great to see so many people coming together to celebrate the opening of the hub. We are delighted to have provided the community with a secure off-road place to gain cycling skills and confidence, alongside the many activities you can enjoy at Newbold Comyn – whether you’re cycling, walking, running, visiting the gym or enjoying the beautiful wildlife.”
Andy Robson, from RLSCC, added: “Whether people are here to ride, race, jump or chill – everyone’s welcome, and we are delighted to officially open the trails and the hub. We are super proud of this facility, and it really shows how committed the people of Leamington are to a sustainable, green, and bright future.”
Visit www.merciacycles.com/newbold-comyn for more details.
