Fareham Wheelers is a British Cycling-accredited club. This recognises that the Club follows good operating standards and provides a welcoming, inclusive and safe environment in which members can enjoy their cycling.
Come and meet us
Prospective members are welcome to join us for up to two Sunday club runs before deciding whether to become a member. After two rides, you will need to join the Club to remain covered under our third-party insurance arrangements.
Alternatively, come along to one of our weekly social evenings at Catisfield Memorial Centre We meet every Monday from approximately 7.30pm, providing an informal opportunity to meet Club members and find out more about Fareham Wheelers.
Join or renew
When you are ready to join, use the link below to visit the Fareham Wheelers membership page on the British Cycling website. Applications are completed and paid for online.
Existing members can use the same link to renew their membership. Simply select the appropriate membership category from the list on the British Cycling Join Club page.
Membership categories
Members wishing to compete in road races, cyclocross, circuit races or track events may also require British Cycling membership and, in most cases, an appropriate racing licence. Equivalent membership or licensing from another recognised organisation may be accepted for some events.
Full Member — £25 per year
This is the standard membership for riding and racing members.
Full Members may participate in Sunday club runs, social rides and Club social events. They may race in Fareham Wheelers colours, represent the Club in time trials, compete for Club trophies and awards, and set Club records.
Associate Member — £10 per year
Associate Membership is intended for those who wish to participate in the social life of the Club but do not wish to take part in Club runs, racing or other cycling competitions.
Riding Member — £25 per year
Riding Membership is generally intended for members of another cycling club who also wish to ride with Fareham Wheelers on Club runs.
Riding Members cannot compete for Fareham Wheelers trophies or set Club records. They are not eligible to borrow Club equipment or vote at the Annual General Meeting.
Honorary Life Member
Honorary Life Membership may be awarded to an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to cycling or served the Club with distinction over a long period.
Candidates must be proposed by the Committee and approved by Club members at an Annual General Meeting.
State Pensioner — £20 per year
This category provides the same entitlements as Full Membership at a reduced annual fee for members who are receiving their State Pension.
Student or Unemployed — £10 per year
This category provides the same entitlements as Full Membership at a reduced annual fee for members who are either full-time students or registered as unemployed.
Junior Member, aged 16–17 — £10 per year
Junior Membership is for a young person who is aged 16 or 17 at the beginning of the membership year.
Junior Members may race in Fareham Wheelers colours and compete for the appropriate Club trophies and awards. They may also participate in time trials, although prior parental consent will normally be required.
Youth Member, under 16 — £10 per year
Youth Membership is for a young person aged under 16 at the beginning of the membership year.
Youth Members may race in Fareham Wheelers colours and compete for the appropriate Club trophies and awards. They may participate in time trials subject to the organiser’s approval and prior parental consent.
Family Membership — £50 per year
Family Membership covers two adults and their children living at the same address.
Family Members may race in Fareham Wheelers colours, represent the Club in time trials, and compete for the appropriate Club trophies and awards. Adult family members may also vote at the Annual General Meeting and serve on the Committee.