Trailnet CIC

19/09/2026

Ride for Haven House! 💚

We’re helping Haven House Children’s Hospice spread the word about two local cycling events raising vital funds to support seriously ill children and their families.

🚴 Lee Valley Half Century – a longer-distance challenge for cyclists looking to push themselves and enjoy a great ride.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Epping Forest Family Bike Ride – a fun, accessible ride for families and cyclists of all ages and abilities.

💚 Both rides are raising funds for Haven House, so if you’re looking for your next cycling challenge or a family day out on two wheels, take a look!

🔗 Find out more and sign up:
Lee Valley Half Century: https://www.havenhouse.org.uk/event/half-century

Epping Forest Family Bike Ride: https://www.havenhouse.org.uk/event/bikeride

12/09/2026

TODAY:
♻️ FREE on-the-spot repairs at the Harold Hill Repair Cafe
📍 St George’s Church, Chippenham Road, Harold Hill, RM3 8HX
🗓️ Saturday 12 September
🕚 11am - 2pm
🌐 www.eastlondonwaste.gov.uk/whatson
🌐 www.eastlondonwaste.gov.uk/repair-cafes

Fixers at the Repair Cafe:

🔌 The Restart Project:
Diagnose and repair your small household electricals

🚲 Trailnet:
Dr Bike checks & fixes

🧵 JoyZ and Sew London Project:
On-the-spot clothing repairs

⚙️Drop-in Skill-share Workshop :
📿Refashion your broken and unused jewellery into something new with Oolo London.

☕ Free refreshments

⚡Bring your unwanted small electricals and surplus electric cables to Recycle Your Electricals .
👕 Refresh your wardrobe at the clothes swap rail - bring up to 2 items of quality clothing to swap.

✅ All repairs first come, first served.
✅ No booking required.
✅ Repairs are limited to one repair per person.
✅ For electrical repairs parts may be required to complete a repair at a later date, and in this case advice will be given.
✅ For textile repairs that would need parts e.g. a replacement zip please bring a spare one if you can.

A partnership by East London Waste Authority (ELWA), Havering Council delivered by Artillery

An expert repairer will talk you through the process as they make the repair – and you can even help them fix it! East London Waste Authority run these free drop-in events throughout the year, so come along and give a new lease of life to your stuff. It’ll save you money and prevent valuable mat...

02/09/2026

Some videos from our music in the park event:

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to Thorndon Country Park on Bank Holiday Monday ❤

We had a great turnout, luckily still some sunshine and most importantly, some fantastic live music from Eddie Claydon Big Band 🎺 and Out Of The Blue Ukulele Band 🪕

Thank you to everyone who came along, supported the event, brought a picnic, brought a friend, danced, clapped, sang along or simply enjoyed the afternoon with us.

We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did — we'll see you at the next one! 🌳🎶

24/08/2026

🎶 FREE MUSIC IN THE PARK THIS BANK HOLIDAY 🌳

Bring a picnic, chairs or a blanket and enjoy an afternoon of music in the beautiful surroundings of Thorndon Country Park.

Live music from two fantastic local acts:

🎺 Eddie Claydon Big Band
🪕 Out of the Blue Ukulele Band

💷 FREE ENTRY
📅 Monday 31 August 2026
⏰ 1pm – 3:30pm
📍 Thorndon Country Park North, The Avenue, Brentwood, CM13 3RZ

Tickets here: https://trailnetcic.wufoo.com/forms/music-in-the-park/

☕ Refreshments will be available from the Park Café, plus an ice cream van. You're also welcome to bring your own picnic — no BBQs, please!

🚲 If you can, walk or cycle to the event. Parking is available but charges apply.

Tag someone you'd bring along! 👇

09/08/2026

Explore Thorndon Country Park on two or three wheels.

Cycle hire now open weekdays and weekends 10am till 4pm.

new online booking system in bio

09/08/2026

Group Bicycle Rides every Tuesday and Thursday since 2008.

Including: beginner, improver, advanced and inclusive groups.

Thorndon Country Park, Brentwood,
Essex

02/08/2026

After 15 years working for Trailnet, Bernie has decided it’s time to escape the chaos and to retire to her country estate in Dunmow.

When she first started with us, most of her time was spent contacting SEND schools and disability groups to let them know about the cycling opportunities at Thorndon Country Park. Of course, with more service users and events, we needed someone to administer these, and Bernie was soon sucked into general office duties, a role for which she was to prove invaluable. To say that managing staff rotas is like herding cats is an understatement; cats can at least be bribed with edible treats.

As effective as she was with admin, she was most at home talking to anyone and everyone about what Trailnet could offer, and her enthusiasm was contagious. There are many regular riders who have joined us thanks to Bernie’s encouragement and are now reaping the benefits that cycling confers.

On behalf of everyone at Trailnet and all those living healthy lives because of her, we offer our profound thanks and best wishes for a long, happy and healthy retirement.

Bernadette Lawson

27/07/2026

🌳 Explore Thorndon on Two or Three Wheels – Now Open Weekdays!

Discover miles of scenic woodland trails with cycle hire at Thorndon Country Park, now available seven days a week from 10:00am–4:00pm.

Whether you're planning a family day out, a relaxing ride through nature or need an accessible way to explore the park, we have a cycle for you, including:

🚴 Standard bikes
⚡ Side-by-side electric trikes
♿ Handcycles
👨‍👩‍👧 Tagalongs
👶 Child trailers and buggies

As an inclusive, not-for-profit organisation, we're committed to making cycling accessible to everyone. Whatever your age, confidence or ability, we'll help you find the perfect cycle to enjoy the ancient woodland of Thorndon.

✅ Family discounts available
🚲 Children's bikes from just £7

💻 Book your cycle online: www.trailnet.org.uk/thorndon-cycle-hire

Looking for more?

We also offer:
- Free bike servicing
- Subsidised refurbished bikes
- Group rides
- Inclusive cycling sessions
- Lessons for all ages

Find out more at: www.trailnet.org.uk

26/07/2026

🚵 Master Advanced Trail Skills this Summer Holiday (Limited Spaces Available)

Does your child love riding off-road and always want to push themselves a little further?

Our brand-new Advanced BikeKlubz session is designed for confident young riders aged 8–15 who are ready for their next adventure. They'll build confidence, learn new technical skills, and experience the excitement of tackling more challenging woodland trails in a safe, supportive environment.

Led by our experienced instructors in Thorndon Country Park, riders will learn how to take on steeper climbs and descents, log obstacles, tighter trails and improve their overall bike control.

They'll also have the chance to learn exciting new skills including:
- Bunny hops
- Front wheel lifts and endos
- Balance beams
- Riding over larger trail obstacles
- Advanced off-road bike control

📍 Thorndon Country Park, Brentwood
📅 Thursday 6th August

Bring your own bike, or hire one from us for just £5.

⚠️ Places are limited.

👉 Register here:
https://trailnetcic.wufoo.com/forms/2026-bikeklubz/

For everything we do on 2 or 3 wheels—including cycle hire, group rides, group walks, inclusive rides, free servicing and subsidised refurbished bicycles—visit:
https://www.trailnet.org.uk/

20/07/2026

🎉 TODAY & TOMORROW: SEND Fest at Marsh Farm!

Looking for a fun, inclusive day out?

SEND Fest is a sensory-friendly festival offering exclusive access to Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), along with their families.

📍 Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park
South Woodham Ferrers, Essex

🕙 10:00am – 5:00pm
📅 Today & Tomorrow

What's on?

💦 Splash pool beach & water play
🏖 Giant sand pit
🫧 Foam party tent
🦖 Dinosaur meet-and-greets
🏠 Upside-down house
🎠 Carousel rides
🪩 Disco barn

The festival also features sensory stations, quiet spaces and accessible activities, creating a safe, welcoming environment for everyone.

🎟 Tickets from £10
Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/send-fest-at-marsh-farm-essex-2026-tickets-1989018080622

If you're eligible for Universal Credit or Free School Meals, a limited number of free tickets have been available by contacting [email protected] (subject to availability).



SEND Fest