Skip Main Navigation
Eventbrite
Browse Events
Organise an event
Organise
Help
Log InSign Up
Menu
Page Content
This event has ended.
Glasgow Social Cycle Rides: a tour of transport history (Doors Open Day)

Sep

21

Glasgow Social Cycle Rides: a tour of transport history (Doors Open Day)

by Sustrans

Actions and Detail Panel

Sales Ended

Date and time

Sat, 21 September 2019

11:00 – 15:00 BST

Location

Tradeston Bridge

Tradeston Bridge

Glasgow

G2 8LW

United Kingdom

View map

Explore the history of transport in Glasgow with our Doors Open Day leisurely free cycle ride, led by trained cycle ride leaders

About this event

*Please note that this event is now fully booked and we have a waiting list set up via Eventbrite*

For Glasgow Doors Open Day we have organised a free guided cycle ride exploring some of the history of transport in Glasgow.

We will be meeting at the Tradeston Bridge* and cycling along to where the old vehicular ferry and pedestrian ferry crossed the Clyde as well as the old pedestrian tunnel. Then we will cycle to the Queen Mary and the Waverley at Prince's Dock and view over at the former graving dock in Govan. After we will cycle along the former Lanarkshire to Dunbartonshire railway line from Whiteinch to Scotstoun on our way to Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre. They are putting on a special free exhibition for Doors Open Day (the Saturday only!) about Albion Motors which used to employ a large number of local people and had an extensive plant nearby. We will then return back along the path and finish at Riverside Museum and Tall Ship to take in its impressive collection of transport related exhibits.

We will stop at the various points along the route to explore and discuss some of the history.

*we will meet on the north side of the Tradeston Bridge, by the NextBike stop and National Cycle Network milepost.

Further information

  • You will need to bring your own bike and make sure it is in a good working condition (or one from a hire bike scheme like NextBike - see more below)
  • The ride is suitable for most types of riders as we will be on 7 miles of traffic-free/shared-use paths the whole way, following National Cycle Network (NCN) Routes 75 and 7.
  • The ride will be at a leisurely pace in order to accommodate all riders
  • The ride is led and supervised by qualified Sustrans cycle ride leaders at all times
  • There will be a comfort break at roughly the halfway point at the Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre.
  • Please bring weather-appropriate clothing, snacks, and water

There are plenty of NextBikes to hire (should you need one) around Glasgow. For more information, please visit: https://www.nextbike.co.uk/en and check the 'Locations' tab and zoom into Glasgow for more detail of the stops. There is a NextBike station where we will be meeting by the Tradeston Bridge (Station number: 8413), but also Scottish Event Campus (8415), Glasgow Science Centre (8426), Riverside Museum (8416), Central Station (8401), and St Enoch Square (8410).

If you take a NextBike out, you will be able to return it at the Riverside Museum where we will be finishing the ride.

The Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival runs from ​16-22 September 2019 with venues across Glasgow open to the public. For more information on the Festival and a list of all buildings, please visit: www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk; www.facebook.com/GlasgowDoorsOpenDays; twitter.com/GlasgowDOD

These rides are run by Sustrans, the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle. Our vision is a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone. Sustrans Scotland is a key delivery partner of Transport Scotland, helping to deliver Scottish Government priorities. The diverse range of projects and programmes delivered aim to encourage more people to walk and cycle, supporting people to live healthy and active lives, and improving the environment and economy for local communities and neighbourhoods alike. Join us on our journey. www.sustrans.org.uk

For an overview on the whole National Cycle Network (NCN) please visit: https://osmaps.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/ncn or for specific routes please visit: www.sustrans.org.uk/map-ncn

For Sustrans monthly led rides and activites across Scotland, please visit: https://www.sustrans.org.uk/events/

For any questions, please email Cameron on Cameron.Reid@sustrans.org.uk

Tags

  • United Kingdom Events
  • Glasgow City Events
  • Things to do in Glasgow
  • Glasgow Tours
  • Glasgow Community Tours
  • #history
  • #tour
  • #community
  • #travel
  • #museum
  • #cycling
  • #bicycle
  • #transport
  • #active
  • #cycle
Event ended

Glasgow Social Cycle Rides: a tour of transport history (Doors Open Day)


Follow this organiser to stay informed on future events

Sustrans

Event creator

Events you might like

  • CWGC Doors Open Days Event - Glasgow Eastern Necropolis

    CWGC Doors Open Days Event - Glasgow Eastern Necropolis
    CWGC Doors Open Days Event - Glasgow Eastern Necropolis

    Sun, Sep 18, 11:00
    Eastern Necropolis • Glasgow
  • CWGC Doors Open Days Event - Glasgow Cardonald Cemetery

    CWGC Doors Open Days Event - Glasgow Cardonald Cemetery
    CWGC Doors Open Days Event - Glasgow Cardonald Cemetery

    Sat, Sep 17, 11:00
    Cardonald Cemetery • Glasgow
  • Leisurely guided bike ride Broomielaw, Glasgow, to Carmyle viaduct

    Leisurely guided bike ride Broomielaw, Glasgow, to Carmyle viaduct
    Leisurely guided bike ride Broomielaw, Glasgow, to Carmyle viaduct

    Sat, Sep 3, 11:00
    Tradeston Bridge • Glasgow
    Free
  • Twilight Tour: Glasgow Tiles

    Twilight Tour: Glasgow Tiles
    Twilight Tour: Glasgow Tiles

    Wed, Nov 9, 17:00
    Kelvin Hall Open Collections • Glasgow
    Free
  • University of Glasgow Tours

    University of Glasgow Tours
    University of Glasgow Tours

    Today at 14:00
    University of Glasgow • Glasgow
    £0 - £26.76
  • Glasgow Deaf Heritage BSL Tour

    Glasgow Deaf Heritage BSL Tour
    Glasgow Deaf Heritage BSL Tour

    Fri, Aug 19, 11:00
    Queen Street Station • Glasgow
    £7
  • Tour of University of Glasgow Main Library

    Tour of University of Glasgow Main Library
    Tour of University of Glasgow Main Library

    Mon, Aug 15, 11:00
    University of Glasgow Library • Glasgow
    Free
  • Doors Open Day 2022 Building Tours

    Doors Open Day 2022 Building Tours
    Doors Open Day 2022 Building Tours

    Sat, Sep 17, 10:00
    The Arlington Baths Club • Glasgow
    Free
  • Ghost Signs of Glasgow - Southside Walking Tour

    Ghost Signs of Glasgow - Southside Walking Tour
    Ghost Signs of Glasgow - Southside Walking Tour

    Today at 14:00
    The Deep End Govanhill Baths Community Trust • Glasgow
    Free
  • University in Flux - University of Glasgow Campus Tour

    University in Flux - University of Glasgow Campus Tour
    University in Flux - University of Glasgow Campus Tour

    Sat, Sep 17, 11:00
    University of Glasgow • Glasgow
    Free

Site Navigation

Use Eventbrite

  • How it Works
  • Pricing
  • Event Blog
  • Event Planner Forum

Plan events

  • Online Registration
  • Sell Event Tickets
  • Event Management Software

Find events

  • Browse Glasgow Events
  • Get the Eventbrite App

Connect with us

  • Report This Event
  • Help Centre
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility
  • Community Guidelines
Eventbrite + Ticketfly

© 2022 Eventbrite