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Ride Leicester Abbey Pumping Station Ride & Steam with the Team Tour

Saturday 28th March 2026 10:00am

Starting from - Town Hall Bike Park, LE1 5BP

This Ride Leicester ride is open for anyone to join

  • 4.1 miles
  • Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road
  • 2 hr

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9 Places booked

Organized by groups in the community, these rides are a great way to meet new people, explore your local area and to have fun riding your bike. You can find rides that are suitable for your level of experience and interests whilst enjoying being part of a social cycling community.

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LE1 5BP

Join Ride Leicester Ride Leaders for a family friendly bike ride to Abbey Pumping Station, followed by an exclusive Steam with the Team tour of the historic Beam Engine in action. Perfect for adults and children aged 10+, this experience combines a relaxed cycle ride with hands-on industrial heritage.

Discover how this magnificent Victorian engine once powered the city and see it working live inside one of Leicester’s most iconic landmarks. Expect a brilliant mix of cycling, history, and behind-the-scenes discovery with access to areas not normally open to the public. The tour will last approximately one hour.

The Beam Engine tour will be free of charge for participants on this ride, however places are limited and booking is essential so please ensure that you have booked onto this ride to secure your place on the tour.

Please bring a bike lock.

Children age 10+ are welcome on this ride but must be accompanied by an adult if under the age of 16. Children must also be wearing a helmet.



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