# Event Details - **Event Name**: Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sun, 31 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Test ride the latest Mountain Bikes & E-MTB's from the top brands, back-to-back at Gisburn Forest. Supported by the top brands!About this EventOur big Northern Demo Weekend at Gisburn Forest is back for 2026! We'll be supported by the top brands join us on the 30th & 31st May to ride the best! Over the course of each day, you'll have the chance to test the latest mountain bikes & e-Bikes back-to-back on a great section of trails - It's a unique opportunity to find the bike that's right for you.With over 200 mountain bikes & electric bikes to choose from, this is a unique opportunity to get a side-by-side comparison of the latest bikes & kit.Demo Weekend Dates & TimesSaturday 30th May: 10:00am Registration (first ride out at 10:00am) - 4pm (last ride out at 3pm)Sunday 31st May: 10:00am Registration (first ride out at 10:00am) - 4pm (last ride out at 3pm)£50 Tickets Per DayTickets for our demo weekend will be £50 per day:£12 of every ticket sold goes towards the North West Air Ambulance - The North West Air Ambulance Charity provides enhanced pre-hospital care to the most critically ill & injured patients across the North West. We've partnered with them for 2025 as our chosen charity, as it's a cause with close ties to our passion of mountain biking, the money raised will help gotowards saving lives by improving their fleet & crew.£8 of every ticket sold goes towards the Forestry Commission - The Forestry Commission increases the value of woodlands to society and the environment, and help run sites across the country; including the Cannock Chase area.Includes a free hot drink voucher, provided by Coffee House food truck on site. @CoffeeHouseFestYour ticket also acts as a deposit against a new bike purchase, meaning if you choose to buy a bike from ourselves in the following 90 days, you'll get £50 off your new bike purchase!Not been to our Demo Weekend before? Check out our Demo Weekend video to see what it's all about!Why are the tickets £50?It's an event in high demand. - Our Demo Weekend is extremely popular among mountain bike enthusiasts, and the biggest event of its kind in the UK. It's a unique opportunity to test the latest mountain & electric bikes from the top brands back-to-back. We want to make sure that everyone who obtains a ticket is committed and able to attend, and avoid people missing out because the tickets were sold to people who are not yet decided on attending.It's a £50 Deposit, with £20 going to charity. - Our standard practice for a bike demo (Try Before You Buy) is to charge £85 for 1-3 Days of riding. If, after you've tested out the bike you decide to purchase the bike (or any other bike) from us, we discount the £85 demo charge from the final price of the bike. We wanted to apply this practice to our Demo Weekend, this means that anyone who attends the demo & wishes to purchase a bike from us (online or in any of our 19 UK stores) in the following months will have the full £50 discounted from the final price of the bike. And don't worry! - We'll still be upholding the £20 charity donation from your original ticket purchase!The event costs money to run. - At the end of the day we're a business, and as much as we enjoy getting you out on the latest bikes for a fun day of riding with your mates, we have costs to meet. Staffing, on-site facilities, health & safety, all these have associated costs that we simply have to meet.Demo Bikes & AccessoriesWe have a huge demo fleet for men and women that will be available on the weekend, and we have a full list of the demo weekend bikes showing sizes available from the brands below so you can get your wishlist ready! To view the full list of models available to demo, head over to our site!SpecializedSanta CruzWhyteCubeMondrakerMeridaYetiHopeAll bikes are available on a first come, first served basis on each day.We also have some kit, shoe and accessory brands that will have kit available for you to test out on the trails; an opportunity you rarely get!OVER 200 MOUNTAIN BIKES & E-BIKES FROM THE TOP BRANDSTEST BIKES BACK-TO-BACKUNLIMITED RIDESFIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASISBURGTEC DEMOFOX RACING DEMOFIVE TEN DEMOEXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT VOUCHERS FOR EVERYONE THAT ATTENDSEXCLUSIVE DEALS ON THE WEEKENDPRIZES UP FOR GRABS... and much more!What You Need to BringPlease be aware that you will need a form of photo ID (see below), a debit/credit card, a helmet and a pair of pedals to test any of the bikes on demo over the weekend. We do not charge your card for anything but we will need to keep hold of your Photo ID and credit/debit card whilst you are testing bikes for security reasons.Photo ID (Passport or Driving Licence Photo ID)Debit/Credit cardHelmetPedals (if you do not have your own pedals you must let us know in advance by emailing ben@leisurelakesbikes.com)Please note you will need all of the above to be able to demo a bike!FAQsAre there ID requirements for the event?You must bring a photo ID card either Passport or Driving Licence ID Card as well as a credit/debit card to demo any bike on the weekend.Is there an age limit for the Demo Weekend?People of all ages are welcome to the event, however you must be over the age of 16 to demo an adult bike. Please note if you are under the age of 18 and don't have a valid bank card you can use a parent's bank card/ID to demo bikes.What are my parking options getting to the event?There is FREE parking available on-site for our demo weekend. Please arrive at the Gisburn Forest Main Car Park in plenty of time and keep an eye out for our stewards who will advise where to park. We have booked out the car-park to cover your fees for the day, free of charge for yourself, so there's no need to pay & display.What should I bring to the event?Photo ID - Passport or driving licenceDebit/Credit Card - Must match your photo ID. We will not charge your card.Helmet - You must have a helmet to demo any bikePedals - We highly recommend you bring your own pedals to demo the bikes available over the weekend. We will have some pedals for you to use but you will be much more comfortable using your own pedals as you can get a real feel for the bike.Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?If you have any questions please contact:Ben Mercer - ben@leisurelakesbikes.comPat McGucken - 01229 581116Can we camp/stay at the event?Unfortunately there is no camping allowed on the grounds for the demo weekend. However there is a wide choice of hotels nearby if you are coming for both days and need somewhere to stay!Is my registration/ticket transferrable?Yes! If you contact ben@leisurelakesbikes.com we can transfer your ticket to someone else.Can I update my registration information?Yes, simply head to www.eventbrite.co.uk and log in. You can then ammend any of your ticket information for the event on your account.Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?Yes, please bring your ticket with you on the day; this can either be printed or on your mobile phone.What is the refund policy?If you can no longer make the event please let us know by 30th April and we can issue you a full refund. Any cancellations after this date can not be refunded.The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?By registering for a ticket you agree to our conditions of registration. If your ticket is registered under a different name you must sign the conditions of our Demo when you arrive at the event.Conditions of RegistrationBy registering for our demo weekend you agree to the following terms: Whilst every effort will be taken to ensure safety and security, neither Leisure Lakes Bikes, nor the suppliers or any associated employees can be held responsible for any rider injury or loss during, or subsequent to, the day.By registering someone else for our demo weekend (if you are purchasing their ticket) you are agreeing that they have read and accepted our conditions of registration.Cars and their contents are parked at the vehicle owners own risk.The rides are not a race, but if you are struggling or have any problems, please let a member of staff know. Please stick to the set route. A helmet must be worn at all times whilst on the ride. We hope that you have an enjoyable day, but participation is entirely at your own risk.Agenda🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMRegistrationInfo: Check-in to get your demo pass so you can get riding! Don't forget your Photo ID, valid Bank Card, Helmet & Pedals.🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PMRide 'em all, back-to-back!Info: Ride as many bikes as you want! Last ride out at 3pm🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PMFinish-up, hopefully with your next bike in mind!Info: You're free to leave whenever you like, just remember to return your demo pass so you can collect your ID, Bank Card & Goody Bag, including exclusive offers! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/slaidburn/demo-weekend-2026-gisburn-forest/100001985146783468 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, trips-adventures, charities, sports, workshops, food-drinks, health-wellness, camping - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20, max: 45, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Slaidburn - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Gisburn Forest Hub - **lat**: 54.00000679999999 - **long**: -2.389269000000013 - **full address**: Gisburn Forest Hub, Stephen Park, Slaidburn, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/135dac569b85b56831951e2ba570dd1fd004fc4961e4eacf949b2982f55c2c6b-rimg-w1200-h600-dc180802-gmir.jpg?v=1775572130 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest being held? - **A:** Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest takes place on Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sun, 31 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Gisburn Forest Hub, Stephen Park, Slaidburn, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest? - **A:** Ticket prices for Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest range from GBP 20 to GBP 45 depending on the ticket type. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityPre-Release Ticket (10% Discount)GBP 45AvailableSpecialized Levo Rally Guided ExperienceGBP 20Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest? - **A:** Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest is organized by Leisure Lakes Bikes. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Demo Weekend 2026 @ Gisburn Forest is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Slaidburn, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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