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Local Bike Shop Day 2020 – save the date

Posted on in Business News , Cycles News

local bike shop day 2020

We are excited to announce that following the success of this year's event we are already busy preparing for next year's big day.

Local Bike Shop Day next year is on Saturday 2nd of May 2020.

Local Bike Shop Day is the one day a year when independent bike shops across the UK can come together to celebrate their distinctive culture. It's the day for bike shops to showcase their passion, knowledge and personalised service they offer to their local communities.

Local Bike Shop Day appeals to all cyclists - new and dedicated enthusiasts - and the event aims to drive more footfall through the door of the IBD up and down the country.

Get ready for Local Bike Shop Day 2020!

Local Bike Shop Day will once again be held on the early Spring Bank Holiday weekend to kickstart the upcoming busy season.

Local Bike Shop Day next year is on Saturday 2nd of May 2020.

To keep the momentum rolling for the event we are thrilled to announce a brand new identity and website - https://localbikeshopday.co.uk/.

Together we can make Local Bike Shop Day even more of a success in 2020.

If you are a retailer interested in taking part in next year's Local Bike Shop Day please visit https://localbikeshopday.co.uk/ to register. Once you have registered your shop will be promoted on the Find a Shop  page with the 2020 logo.

If you are interested in promoting Local Bike Shop Day 2020 please email info@theact.org.uk.

For more information please call the ACT on 01273 427 700 or email info@theact.org.uk.

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