# Event Details - **Event Name**: FREE 6 Week Basic Bike Maintenance Workshops - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: If you want to learn the skills and knowledge to be able to service and repair your own bike then these workshops are for you.About this EventIntroduction:This hands-on workshops are an ideal introduction to bike maintenance. They will give the learner the skills and knowledge to be able to carry out many routine bike maintenance jobs without the need for a trip to the local bike shop.Who is this course for?This course is ideal for home mechanics, volunteers or those considering a career in the cycle industry.Prerequisites:No previous experience required.Workshop Dates (Each session is 6-9pm):9th April - The BasicsHealth and safety, PPEBasic mechanical principlesHome workshop set upDegreasing, cleaning and lubricationHow to check for wear and tear16th April - Bike Maintenance 101 - WheelsAxles and frame/fork attachmentsTyres and tubesWheel truing23rd April - Bike Maintenance 101 - GearsDerailleur alignmentReplacing cable systemsDerailleur set up and gear indexing30th April - Bike Maintenance 101 - BrakesBrake calliper alignmentReplacing cable systemsReplacing brake padsBrake set up and adjustments7th May - Bike Maintenance 202 - DrivetrainWear and tearHow to replace a chainHow to replace a rear cassette14th May - Bike Maintenance 202 - Rotational BearingsHubs/Headsets/Bottom BracketsWear and tearServicingReplacementWhat's included:A bike maintenance manual for future reference.Bikes to work onUse of professional workstands and toolsFull support from an experienced tutorTea, coffee and biscuitsA warm, inclusive, confidence‑building environmentA FREE reward for attending each workshopFREE entry into our prize drawPlease check out the FAQs. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/darwen/free-6-week-basic-bike-maintenance-workshops/100001987115815897 - **Event Categories**: Workshops, health-wellness, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Darwen - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Cotton Town Bikes - **lat**: 53.7124606 - **long**: -2.4757543 - **full address**: Cotton Town Bikes, Unit 14 The Hub, Darwen, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: FREE 6 Week Basic Bike Maintenance Workshops - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/85f2f34c47a467eb1ff394f23478a343c1be9398fcefab1be8419b6661d942e8-rimg-w1200-h800-dca8c1d5-gmir.jpg?v=1775836000 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is FREE 6 Week Basic Bike Maintenance Workshops being held? - **A:** FREE 6 Week Basic Bike Maintenance Workshops takes place on Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Cotton Town Bikes, Unit 14 The Hub, Darwen, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing FREE 6 Week Basic Bike Maintenance Workshops? - **A:** FREE 6 Week Basic Bike Maintenance Workshops is organized by Cotton Town Bikes. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** FREE 6 Week Basic Bike Maintenance Workshops is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Darwen, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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