Women on Wheels

18/10/2026

Women on Wheels - Autumn & Winter Riding Tips 🍂

As the temperatures drop and we head through Autumn into Winter, staying warm on the bike becomes increasingly important for those who enjoy riding all year round.

Our 'WoW' budget-friendly tip: Are these velvet plush leggings from Primark could be a cheap way to add an extra layer of warmth under your motorcycle trousers on colder days.

Remember to ensure any extra layers don't restrict movement or affect the fit and protective function of your motorcycle gear.

Over to you, ladies!
What are your favourite tips or best buys for keeping warm on the bike during the colder months?

Share them below and help your fellow riders stay comfortable this autumn and winter.

17/10/2026

Shared by Women on Wheels to help spread the word about motorcycle related, job vacancies across Staffordshire & surrounding areas.

Full details of the posts below can be found on Indeed ⬇️

16/10/2026

⚠️ TRAVEL WARNING ⚠️
A5 ROAD CLOSURE

The A5 between Gailey Island and the M6 Junction 12 will be closed from 8pm tonight until 6am Monday morning.

Further weekend closures are also planned up to and including 2nd November.

Please plan your journeys in advance, follow diversion routes, and allow extra time for travel.




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On behalf of West Midlands Interchange: The A5 Watling Street between Gailey Roundabout and M6 J12 will be closed in both directions from 8pm Friday to 6am Monday this weekend, and following weekends up to 2nd November. Diversion routes and access to properties will be signed.

13/10/2026

🏍️ CAT AND FIDDLE ROUTE REOPENS AHEAD OF SCHEDULE!

It might not be in Staffordshire, but the iconic Cat and Fiddle is certainly a popular ride-out route for many Staffordshire riders! 🏍️

The A54 Macclesfield Main Road, linking the Macclesfield area with the A537 Cat and Fiddle route towards Buxton, reopened yesterday - Monday 12th October following completion of Phase 1 works which is almost three weeks ahead of schedule. 😁

Phase 2 work is planned for Spring 2027.

Full article is in the post below ⤵️

The A54 Cat and Fiddle has reopened almost three weeks earlier than planned following the completion of the first phase of £3 million improvements.

Work along the route has included rebuilding and resurfacing sections of the road, improving drainage and introducing new safety measures to provide better grip and visibility, particularly during wet weather and poor conditions.

Thank you to residents, businesses and road users for your patience while this important work was carried out.

Find out more:
https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/council/news-events/news-updates/news/a54-cat-and-fiddle-reopens-three-weeks-early-following-3-million-pound-improvements.aspx

12/10/2026

Shared by Women on Wheels to help spread the word about motorcycle and community events taking place across Staffordshire.

🗺️ Ride out to Matlock
🗓️ Saturday 17th Oct
⌚ 10:00 arrival - 10:30am depart
📍 The Potteries Motorcycles & Scooters

Details are also in the video below ⬇️

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/19tJ8mnjbn/

09/10/2026

Ladies, who's heading to the Stafford Classic Bike Show this weekend? 💗

Are you going for the bikes, the bargains or a good catch-up with friends? 😁

Tell us in the comments! 👇

🔥 TOMORROW! 🔥

The wait is almost over! The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show takes over Staffordshire County Showground THIS WEEKEND! 🏍️

It's you LAST CHANCE to save on your tickets! 👀

⏰ Book before 3.30pm TODAY (Friday 9 October) and SAVE £5 👉 www.classicbikeshows.com/staffordo/

🏍️ Hundreds of motorcycle, parts & spares traders
🔥 Live stunt shows & demos
🏁 Racing legends
🔧 NEW live workshops
👀 Thousands of incredible bikes & displays

📅 10–11 October 2026
📍 Staffordshire County Showground

06/10/2026

Weekly, weekend road closures will be in place from this Friday at 8pm to the 2nd Nov, between Gailey Island of the A5 and the M6 J12.

On behalf of West Midlands Interchange: The A5 Watling Street between Gailey Roundabout and M6 J12 will be closed in both directions from 8pm Friday to 6am Monday on each weekend between 9th October and 2nd November 2026. Diversion routes and access to properties will be signed.

05/10/2026

🧩 WOMEN ON WHEELS | LEARNING, UNDERSTANDING & SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY

If you’ve taken part in this year’s Bike & Brew Passport Event, you may already know the name 'Make Your Mark - who are the charity behind the passport, helping to bring people together while supporting better mental health and wellbeing. 💛

But their work goes far beyond the Bike & Brew Passport.

Make Your Mark is also creating opportunities to learn, understand and talk about subjects that can have a real impact on people’s lives, including mental health, neurodiversity and the way our brains work.

So we wanted to share some of their upcoming FREE online events with our Staffordshire Women on Wheels community.

🧩 WHAT IS AUTISM?

📅 Tuesday 13th October ⏰7pm – 9pm 💻Online

Ever wondered what autism actually IS?

This session will look at autism from both a historical and modern perspective, comparing historical psychiatry with modern-day neuroscience, as well as exploring sensory processing in the autistic brain.

It’s an opportunity to learn more, challenge assumptions and perhaps gain a better understanding of how autistic people can experience the world around them.

🎟️ Find out more & book your place: Make Your Mark
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/what-is-autism-tickets-1998417950887

AND THERE'S MORE TO COME…

Make Your Mark has a series of free online sessions coming up over the next few months, covering a range of topics around neurodiversity, mental health and understanding ourselves and others.

📅 10th November
🧠 Female Neurodiversity
⏰ 7pm

📅 8th December
💙 Men’s Mental Health, Stigma & Neurodiversity
⏰ 7pm

📅 12th January
🧠 The Child & Young Adult Brain
⏰ 7pm

📅 9th February
🧠 Neurodiversity & Addictive Behaviour Patterns
⏰ 7pm

📅 9th March
❤️ Neurodiversity in Relationships
⏰ 7pm

All are online and free to attend, making them accessible wherever you are.

Because whether we’re talking about life 'on or off the bike', understanding more about ourselves, the people around us and the challenges they may face can only help us build stronger, more supportive communities.

You don't have to have all the answers. Sometimes simply being willing to learn is a great place to start.

👉 Take a look at the events, share them with someone who may find them useful, and help spread the word.