British Cycling's event calendar carries over 3,000 races and rides, on and off-road, every year as well as results and reports including images and videos from events. As well as BMX, Cyclo-Cross, Cycle Speedway, Mountain Bike, Road ad Track races, there are numerous challenges, led rides, Cyclo-Sportives and family events. Isn't it time you took part?

New Year is the traditional time to sweep away the cobwebs of the old year and try something new. 2012 is an extra-special year, with the mouth-watering prospect of a home Olympics just a few months away. What better time to get inspired, get on your bike and try something new?

Olympic and Paralympic competition will take place between July 27-August 12 and August 29-September 9 and as home to Britain's most successful Olympic sport, British Cycling will be there every step of the way.

British Cycling's guide to beginning your cycling career. Whether you want to get to grips with the absolute basics or take part in your first event, we have lots of ideas to help you get up and rolling. And with more events and rides than ever, there's never been a better time to start cycling.

Cycling to work is good for your health, good for your city, good for your employer, good for your soul. However for every plus point, there's a whole raft of excuses, barriers and fears (most of them imaginary) that get in the way. Our handy guide aims to help you to tear down the barriers with good common-sense advice and inspirational tips.

From the daily commute to the finish line, we are working to improve cycling for every rider. Find out more about our work across the breadth of cycle sport, recreational and utility cycling. No matter how you ride, we are working hard for you, often in unexpected ways.