Unveiling Plaque to Celebrate 2023 UCI Cycling Championships and Community Cycling Events at Fife Cycle Park

A commemorative plaque to celebrate our participation in the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships has been unveiled at Fife Cycle Park.

This significant event marks Fife's involvement in one of the world's most prestigious cycling competitions and highlights the success of local community cycling initiatives.

Local councillors and representatives from cycling clubs across Fife attended today's event, including members from  The Meedies bike club, who was awarded their ClubFife Accreditation, recognizing their commitment to fostering a vibrant cycling community.

Throughout 2023, Fife Council and local cycling clubs ran a series of events known as the Kingdom Crits, offering children and families the opportunity to engage in various cycling disciplines, including road cycling, mountain biking, speedway, and cyclocross.   On the day of the Men's Elite Road Race, many cycling clubs from across Fife lined the streets to cheer on riders pedalling at top speed through Rosyth, Torryburn, Newmills, Low Valleyfield, Culross and Kincardine,  and kids enjoyed a free cycling session on the greenspace in Culross.

Cllr Linda Erskine, Spokesperson for Communities and Leisure said: "On behalf of Fife Council, I am thrilled to celebrate the unveiling of this commemorative plaque at Fife Cycle Park, marking our participation in the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships. This event not only commemorates our past successes but also shines a light on the vibrant future of cycling within our community.

"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in the Kingdom Crits events throughout 2023. These events provided children and families with wonderful opportunities to engage in various cycling activities. Congratulations to The Meedies bike club for earning their ClubFife Accreditation, demonstrating their dedication to fostering a thriving cycling community in Fife."

Cycling continues to grow rapidly in our region, thanks to our beautiful landscapes and excellent facilities. The Active Communities Team commitment to supporting the development and growth of cycling is truly commendable. Our goal is to make cycling accessible and enjoyable for all ages, and the continued efforts at Fife Cycle Park are a testament to this mission. Fife Cycle Park continues to be a hub for cycling enthusiasts of all ages, offering a wide range of programs and activities:

• Learn to Ride and Returning to Ride sessions for beginners and those getting back into cycling.
• Development and Advanced sessions for more experienced riders.
• Facility hire for clubs, groups, and schools to conduct their development sessions.

Upcoming activities at Fife Cycle Park include:

• Demo Days from Pinarello and Cube bikes in July and August, allowing people to try out the latest e-bikes and bikes.
• The launch of Kingdom Velo, our first cycling club at FCP, currently going through Scottish Cycling Accreditations and set to start in August.
• Hosting the National Nordic Roller Ski Championship in August.

Additionally, cycling lessons are set to resume this summer as new staff members join our team. Stay informed about all upcoming events and activities at Fife Cycle Park by visiting our website at cyclepark.fife.scot or following us on Facebook at wwacebook.com/FifeCyclePark

Megan Buchanan , Active Communities Team presenting Mark Conlan,Development officer Meedies bike Club with their ClubFife Accreditation certificate

Tom Bishop, Dunfermline Cycling Club and Mark Ritchie, Scottish Cycling Pathway Lead