Orkney Climate Action Critical Mass Cycling Picnic will be a community celebration of cycling. Critical Mass is a movement where a large group of people aged 0-99+ take to the streets to cycle, wheel and scoot safely. Our motto for the day is: ‘Cycling for climate, happiness and health’.

We are hoping to bring together community members to promote cycling and encourage more local journeys on bikes. We want everyone on Orkney to have the opportunity to cycle, walk or wheel to get around. Getting active is great for physical and mental health and puts a smile on people’s faces!

Orkney Climate Action Critical Mass Cycling Picnic will highlight the way cycling connects people with nature, has a positive impact on climate and environment, and builds community resilience. The event will be a fun afternoon full of cycling related activities, including a bike ride and picnic, a free Dr Bike clinic, and family drop in sessions where folk will be able to try out Cycling UK Orkney bikes (including electric assisted bikes), ask questions and even have their bikes checked & serviced by a professional bike mechanic. The event will end with a friendly picnic at the Market Green, Stromness.

All ages are welcome to participate (at their own risk). Children under 16 only with a responsible adult. Competent cyclists only on the ride.

The event will take place in Stromness, on Sunday 4th September 2022.

Participants will meet at 2:30pm outside George Mackay Brown Park, on Ness Road, from where we will all cycle at a slow pace through Stromness town via the Travel Centre, to Market Green (playing field).

Cyclists will be able to join us at any stage of the ride.

The picnic at Market Green will be from 3:30pm until 5:30pm, where participants will be able to take part in various cycling and fun activities, try out bikes and have their bikes serviced by a bike mechanic.