Find out what events we have in the School of Adventure in May and June.
Warmer days and longer evenings mean one thing – more time outside! Whether you’re looking to try bikepacking for the first time, join a local ride, or pitch up for a full-on festival weekend, we’ve got something going on near you. Here’s what’s coming up across the Alpkit community in May and June.
Alpkit Bristol Social Ride
Bristol
Wednesday 11 May
We're heading out for a relaxed spin from the Alpkit Bristol store. This is a social ride, open to all abilities – just bring a smile, lights, and a roadworthy bike. Expect a chatty vibe, finishing back at the store.
Intro to Bikepacking with Ana – Edinburgh
Alpkit Edinburgh
Tuesdays: 5, 12 & 19 May
New to bikepacking or want to build up your confidence before summer adventures? Join Ana for a friendly three-part evening series at Alpkit Edinburgh. Covering everything from route planning to packing tips and kit essentials, it’s the perfect launchpad for your first overnighter. Come to one or join them all – each session brings something new!
Hathersage Tent Festival
Hathersage, Peak District
Saturday 10 – Sunday 11 May
A celebration of the great outdoors in the heart of the Peaks. Try out tents from your favourite brands (including ours!) and enjoy a weekend of adventure inspiration.
The Romsdal Method
Alpkit Ilkley
Saturday 10 May
Learn how to move through mountainous terrain with confidence and safety. This evening session with the creators of the Romsdal Method will cover key decision-making tools for navigating tricky conditions. Perfect for anyone planning a big hiking or scrambling adventure this summer.
Sonder’s Big Bikepacker Weekend
Peaks, Location TBC
Saturday 31 May – Sunday 1 June
A weekend of gravel riding, camping, wood fired pizza, music, and good times in the Peak District. Saddle up for a weekend of off-road exploration, good grub, and bivvy banter. Expect a mix of gravel, singletrack, and quiet lanes with a social overnighter in a wild spot. Great for riders with a sense of adventure and a love of type 2 fun.
South Lakes Sonder Bikefest – Gravel Day
South Lakes, Staveley
Sunday 15 June
A full day dedicated to gravel riding in one of our favourite corners of the Lakes. Route options for a range of abilities, demo bikes to test, and the chance to meet fellow riders and Sonder team members. Bring your sense of adventure (and maybe a spare tube or two).
Keep an eye on our Events page for updates and new additions – and we’ll see you out there!
Books & Magazines
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Bothy: In Search Of Simple Shelter
The doors are always unlocked, you just need to step inside.
$17.49
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Making Tracks in the Lake District
10 enjoyable walks for children around the Lake District, with child-friendly instructions and illustrations
$17.49
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The Uncrowned King Of Mont Blanc: The Life Of T. Graham Brown, Physiologist And Mountaineer
The biography of scientist and mountaineer Thomas Graham Brown
$22.49
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Swimming Wild in the Lake District
The most beautiful wild swimming spots in the larger lakes
$27.49
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Chris Bonington Mountaineer
This books breaks down 30 years of Chris Bonnington's climbing with pages of wonderful photographs - an inspiration to any mountaineer
$29.99
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Lake District Trail Running
Helen Mort's compilation of 20 off-road routes for trail and fell runners from 5 to 17 km
$19.99
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Diary Of A Young Naturalist
A vivid exploration of the natural world from the perspective of an autistic teenager
$24.99
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