CYCLING enthusiasts now have a new outlet from which to buy a bike after Evans Cycles today opened its first store in Wiltshire.

The new shop is located in the former Brantano shoe premises in The Gateway Shopping Centre, in Trowbridge town centre.

“I’m thrilled to announce the opening of our brand new Trowbridge store," Matthew Atkinson, head of cycling strategy at Frasers Group which owns Evans Cycles, said.

“It follows on from our exciting opening of the UK’s largest bike shop in Cheetham Hill, Manchester, last month and continues to highlight our strategy to focus on expanding our bricks and mortar business and grow our offering to better support the rising number of cyclists of all abilities.

“We want to ensure we have bikes from the world’s best brands built and ready to ride away on the day, accessible workshops on hand to ensure we keep people riding and quality advice so customers continue to feel confident with their purchases.

“We strongly believe that cycling will play an increasingly vital role in the way we move as a nation in years to come and look forward to helping Trowbridge’s community enjoy the ride.”

Covering 5,868 square feet, the new store will stock 145 bikes covering road, MTB hybrid, electric and kids bikes, from well-renowned brands such as Specialized, Cannondale, Brompton, Raleigh and Evans Cycles’ own Pinnacle brand.

The new store will open from 9am-6pm, Monday to Saturday, and from 10am-6pm on Sunday. On Bank Holidays opening hours may vary.