Department of Travel
Sponsored by Bristol City Council and First Bus, the Sparks Travel Agency is a one-stop shop of information about sustainable and active travel initiatives to help you explore Bristol on foot, bike, bus, train and by car-sharing. Pop in to take a selfie riding our real-life bus or visit Dr Bike for a basic bike check-up to keep you on the move.
What's on
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
October 22, 2026 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
November 4, 2026 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
November 19, 2026 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
December 2, 2026 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
December 17, 2026 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
On the third Thursday of every month Bristol Bike are holding FREE bike repair demos to help you learn to fix your bike. Depending on
DETAILS
On the third Thursday of every month Bristol Bike are holding FREE bike repair demos to help you learn to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants the sessions can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sessions are 1 hour long and take place at 11.30-12.30, 12.30-13.30, 1400-15.00 and 15.00-16.00. You can stay longer to learn more by attending two or more sessions back to back, book via Bristol Bike.
TIME
December 17, 2026 11:00 PM – 2:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
January 6, 2027 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
January 21, 2027 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
On the third Thursday of every month Bristol Bike are holding FREE bike repair demos to help you learn to fix your bike. Depending on
DETAILS
On the third Thursday of every month Bristol Bike are holding FREE bike repair demos to help you learn to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants the sessions can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sessions are 1 hour long and take place at 11.30-12.30, 12.30-13.30, 1400-15.00 and 15.00-16.00. You can stay longer to learn more by attending two or more sessions back to back, book via Bristol Bike.
TIME
January 21, 2027 11:00 PM – 11:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
February 3, 2027 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
February 18, 2027 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
March 3, 2027 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn
DETAILS
Hourly Sessions covering brake and gear adjustments, punctures, and safety checks led by Bike Bristol. Come along to some free bike repair demos, and learn how to fix your bike. Depending on the other participants we can be flexible on the subject matter which could include punctures, brakes or gears. Sign up to a one hour session on the link below.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
Free book-in sessions, book at bikebristol.as.me/sparks
Sessions run on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of the month: 11:30-12:30, 12:30-13:30, break, 14:00-15:00, 15:00-16:00 in the Sparks Bristol Travel Department by the bus.
TIME
March 18, 2027 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM(GMT+00:00)
About our department
What you can do
From free bike repairs to discounted bus tickets, explore a range of ways to get you moving around the city.
Department of Fashion
Discover a new type of fashion department with secondhand clothing, sustainable styling and a repair workshop.
Department of Food & Drink
Explore sustainable, local and ethical food & drink found right on our very doorstep or stop by for coffee and cake.
Department of Travel
A one-stop shop of information about sustainable travel initiatives to help you explore Bristol in greener ways.
Department of Energy
Find out about energy-saving initatives and learn how to tackle fuel poverty, save money and reduce emissions.
Department of Imagination
A creative hub providing a space for creativity, community and innovation to come together.
Department of Nature
Take some time out of the hustle and bustle of Broadmead to explore the Sparks garden and celebrate our natural world.
Community Champions
The Community Champions Corner is a welcoming space for all, celebrating Bristol’s diversity.
Department of Reuse
Shop for upcycled items in our reuse shop or fix something in our repair cafe.
Department of Discovery
An immersive education hub offering events and workshops to inspire learning and action on climate, nature and equality.
Department of Gifts
Explore our huge range of gifts with a difference, ethically made by local makers and indie businesses.