Learn the basics of repairing your bike! Funded by Cycling UK
Learn basic bike repairs in two hours at Porlock Weir with Exmoor Adventures. Funded by Cycling UK, this free, hands-on clinic gets you confident fixing punctures, brakes, chains and more before you head into Exmoor.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light—suitable for most adults who can stand, kneel briefly, and handle small tools
Wildlife
History
Porlock Weir is a historic working harbour with stone quays; Exmoor National Park was designated in 1954, protecting the nearby moorland and coastline.
Conservation
Practice leave-no-trace when working outdoors and avoid discarding old tubes or lubricants; local groups encourage responsible cycling to protect heathland and saltmarsh.
Exmoor Adventures Ltd
Learn the basics of repairing your bike! Funded by Cycling UK
Exmoor Adventures Ltd is an outdoor activity provider based in Porlock Weir, England. The company delivers guided water and mountain bike experiences across Exmoor National Park and the surrounding coastal area, specialising in stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, e-bike and mountain bike hire, skills coaching and youth programmes.
Many experiences are led by qualified instructors and British Cycling tutors and coaches, providing structured tuition and a focus on safe delivery. Offerings range from short taster sessions and half-day hires to full-day adventures and multi-hour courses. Notable activities include the Stand-up Paddleboarding - Porlock Bay Marshland Tour (a 2.5-hour guided SUP through flooded marshlands available on spring tides), Bike Maintenance Level 1 (a five-hour practical course teaching puncture repair, brake adjustment and gear tuning), and junior programmes such as Adventure Club - Water and Junior Shredders for ages 10–14.
Equipment listed with hires and many sessions includes helmets, gloves and route maps; specific bikes mentioned include Specialized Levo Comp Alloy e-MTBs, Specialized Tero 4.0 e-bikes and Rockhopper models for mountain bike hire. Group coaching follows British Cycling standards with Level 1 and Level 2 MTB skills sessions and guided loop rides in the Horner area. Course lengths vary from 2.5-hour tours to six-hour junior days and full-day hires. Exmoor Adventures Ltd operates from a coastal base at Porlock Weir and focuses on accessible, instructor-led outdoor recreation across Exmoor.
Location
Porlock Weir
Base on Exmoor coast
Activities
SUP, Kayak, MTB, E-Bike
Water and mountain adventures
Junior Programmes
Ages 10–14
Dedicated sessions for young riders
Qualified Coaches
British Cycling tutors
Coaching and maintenance courses
Check available dates for SUP tours, e-bike and bike hires, or book coaching and junior sessions to secure your spot.
Bring your bike
Arrive with the bike you usually ride so you can practice repairs on the actual equipment you’ll use on local routes.
Reserve early
Sessions are limited to 4–8 people—book in advance and pay the refundable £5 fee to secure a spot.
Pack basic parts
Bring a spare tube, patch kit and a small pump so you can practice a full puncture repair end-to-end.
Dress for grease
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and closed-toe shoes for working with tools and stands.
Your own bike
Use the bike you ride regularly to make practiced repairs directly relevant.
Spare tube & pump
Essential for learning puncture repair end-to-end under instructor supervision.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet while using tools and working around stands and bike parts.
Layered waterproof jacket
Porlock Weir’s weather can change quickly—staying dry keeps you focused on learning.
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