Some of the local groups organising beginner-friendly rides:

• Bristol Cycling Campaign - In addition to campaigning, BCC organise a regular programme of rides aimed at all levels.
• Bristol CTC - The local branch of the national cyclists’ organisation, with a busy programme of rides.
• Bristol Thursday Old Time Cyclists - A group of older cyclists who run a gentle weekly ride to a pub and back.
• CycleOut Bristol – The cycling branch of the Gay Outdoor Club. Friendly sociable rides.

Road and mountain bike clubs:

• Bristol South CC - Friendly local road club with regular Sunday rides and a summer time trial series.
• Severn Road Club - Very active road club who organise road races, time trials and cyclocross races.
• Bristol Mountain Bike Club - Weekly off-road rides at Ashton Court.
• The Cheesy Riders - Laid-back mountain bike rides at evenings and weekends.