Welcome to the West Berkshire Councils Active Travel Booking Portal

Here, you can browse and enrol in our training courses by following these simple steps:

  1. Browse Training Courses: Explore the available courses on the portal.
  2. Select a Course: Click on the course that interests you to view details, including dates and locations.
  3. Enrol: Complete the online registration form with your information.
  4. Confirmation: Once submitted, you will receive booking confirmation via email.

If you have any questions or need assistance please contact us at activetravel@westberks.gov.uk

If a course is not listed, it is not currently scheduled - please check back regularly for updates.

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Child Cycle Training

Level 1 & 2 Combined Bikeability Course covers:

  • Prepare myself for a journey
  • Check the cycle is ready for a journey
  • Riding with control
  • Identify and respond to hazards
  • Start and stop on-road journeys
  • Maintain suitable riding positions
  • Comply with signals, signs and road markings
  • Communicate with other road users
  • Negotiate junctions

Level 3 covers:

  • To encourage and develop safe cycling skills
  • To develop positive attitude towards road use
  • To increase knowledge and understanding of the road traffic environment
  • To give you the confidence to use their bikes on longer journeys
  • Planning a route - this course is about giving the rider an understanding of preparing for a typical journey. IE cycling to school, visiting a friend etc.
Adult Cycle Training

Off-Road Training

Learn the cycle basics that build your skills and help you gain confidence in local parks and vehicle-free areas. All training takes place in a traffic-free environment.

Skills covered include:

  • Starting and stopping safely
  • Controlled braking
  • Controlled braking
  • Riding one-handed
  • Looking behind whilst cycling
  • Signalling intentions
  • Cornering techniques
  • Using gears effectively

On-Road Training

Develop the core skills needed to cycle confidently on the road - whether you're riding to the shops, leading a family ride, or commuting to work.

Skills covered include:

  • Road positioning
  • Effective communication with other road users
  • Observation and hazard awareness
Event or Workshop

Our events or workshops are interactive sessions where you can learn specific skills or explore a topic in more detail. Practical and engaging, often in group activities or hands-on learning. They are led by experienced instructors and provide a great opportunity to ask questions and build confidence in a supportive setting.

Types of events and workshops we run include:

  • Ride Down - a first aid awareness session tailored specifically for horse riders. It covers what to do if you're first at the scene of an incident involving a rider or horse, including how to manage injuries, communicate effectively with emergency services, and stay safe.
  • Be a Better Biker - A skills-based session designed to help motorcyclists improve their road awareness, handling and overall safety through a mix of theory and on-road coaching.

 

 

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Child Cycle Training

Bikeability is the leading cycle training program designed for today’s roads. It teaches practical skills for safe cycling and builds confidence to enjoy the benefits of riding a bike. Cycle training is important as it enables children to develop the skills needed to cope with moving traffic and to become aware of other road users.

Event Name Venue Date
Bikeability Level 3 Kennet Leisure Centre (RG19 4LJ) 2025-08-01 View
Bikeability Level 3 Kennet Leisure Centre (RG19 4LJ) 2025-08-01 View
Bikeability Level 1 & 2 combined course Cotswold Sports Centre (RG31 6LS) 2025-08-04 View
Bikeability Level 1 & 2 combined course Hungerford Leisure Centre (RG17 0AN) 2025-08-06 View
Bikeability Level 3 Hungerford Leisure Centre (RG17 0AN) 2025-08-27 View
Bikeability Level 3 Hungerford Leisure Centre (RG17 0AN) 2025-08-27 View
Bikeability Level 1 & 2 combined course Cotswold Sports Centre (RG31 6LS) 2025-08-28 View
Bikeability Level 1 & 2 combined course Hungerford Leisure Centre (RG17 0AN) 2025-09-01 View

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