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Our mission is to refurbish and rehome unwanted bikes, minimising waste, promoting active travel and giving people from all backgrounds access to affordable cycling.
What is this service?
ADULT & FAMILY CYCLE SKILLS
Basic cycle skills - A session tailored to you. You will practice in a safe, off-road environment with a fully qualified instructor. In a session, you will learn the basics, build skills and gain confidence to navigate around your local area.
Road confidence - You will refresh your control skills before building your confidence on quiet roads or busier roads if you are up for it.
Family cycle skills - Gain confidence to cycle as a family using quiet routes and parks. These sessions offer the opportunity to build on or prepare for Bikeability skills taught in schools.
CHILDREN CYCLE SKILLS TRAINING
Children can receive free Bikeability at their schools and during some holidays. Please visit our Bikeability page.
WOMEN ON WHEELS SOCIAL RIDES
The ride is a great opportunity to gain confidence on your bike in a fun and sociable environment. Led by experienced Kingston Council cyclist instructors, the ride lasts for two to three hours and takes place in quieter routes at a leisurely pace. It includes a refreshment break. Meet at 10am next to the Falling Telephone Boxes outside Wilkinson's, west end of Old London Road. Please go to our Kingston Cycle Rides Page.
Good to know
- Cost: Free
- Wait time: One week
- Getting here: We can come to you / local area. Book your session directly on our webpage. We may ask you to come to specific location if you need to borrow a bike.
- Additional information: This service is for all levels of ability, from learning balance to making cycle journeys in Kingston. A bike can be provided for first time riders.
What people say
Thanks for helping me cycle with my family!" "I can now cycle with my children to school!
