News from: Reading Borough Council
Families can get their bikes checked for free at five community centres and in the town centre. The Dr Bike team will check your bike, fix small problems for free and help make your bike safe.
The Dr Bike team is coming to Reading from Monday 28 April to Friday 2 May. You can bring your bike to:
–Monday 28 April, 16:30-18:30: Coley Park Community Centre, Wensley Road, Coley Park, RG1 6DW
–Tuesday 29 April, 16:30-18:30: Southcote Community Hub, Coronation Square, RG30 3QP
–Wednesday 30 April, 16:30-18:30: Hexham Road Community Centre, Bamburgh Close, RG2 7UD
–Thursday 1 May, 11:00-14:00: Outside Sainsbury’s, Broad Street, Reading
–Thursday 1 May, 17:00-19:00: Dee Space, Thurso Close, Tilehurst, RG30 4YH
–Friday 2 May, 16:30-18:30: Whitley Wood Community Centre, Lexington Grove, RG2 8UG
Dr Bike is also outside Sainsbury’s in town on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 to 14:00.
Cycling is good for your health and helps to reduce air pollution in Reading. You can also learn about free bike lessons for adults. You don’t need to book – just turn up.