Your unwavering support has helped us reach more people than ever before despite operating in a challenging external landscape. Together, we’ve empowered over 100,000 people across all four nations to discover the transformative power of cycling. Through innovative partnerships and adaptable programming, we’re breaking down barriers and making cycling accessible to all.
Our new long-term strategy builds on these achievements, setting the foundation for even greater impact in the years ahead. Thank you for being part of the journey.
Watch the strategy video here:
The impact of your support
Key highlights from 2023/24 annual report:
Inspired 65,000+ people to participate in bike repair activities, led rides, and events
Provided 880+ people with access to cycles through our Access Bikes project
Taught 5,900+ young riders under 5 to cycle in Glasgow
Empowered over 100,000 people to make cycling a part of their lives Engaged 7,500+ people from underserved communities in our Community Cycle Clubs
Stories of transformation:
The lives you’ve changed
Rural Connections:
Transforming family transport
Kim’s family discovered new possibilities through our e-cargo bike loan as part of our Rural Connections programme: “It’s been a fantastic addition...
Family trips to the shops, beach, leisurely cycles have been great. Family inclusive and fun.”
Big Bike Revival:
A simple fix, a big impact
Naheed hadn’t ridden her bike for over a year due to a puncture she couldn’t fix. Thanks to Big Bike Revival funding in Liverpool, a simple repair got her back on her bike & she is now cycling weekly.
Community Cycle Club: Improving health and mobility
Felix, who was considering a knee replacement and stair lift before joining the Aigburth Community Cycle Club, experienced remarkable health improvements: “I’ve lost two stone since starting cycling. I am now looking way younger, my blood pressure dropped from 200 to 125. My knees don’t hurt as much, I got my fitness back and I can walk up the stairs.”
Campaign success you’ve made possible
A record budget for cycling in Scotland
Successfully advocated for safer cycling in Poole, Dorset stopping a local park being used as a cut through to motor traffic
Mobilised thousands to support low traffic neighbourhoods
Saved the vital Active Travel Schools programme in Northern Ireland
Thank you, your support empowers us to speak up for cyclists everywhere.
Building a community
With our 70,000 strong members and supporters, we’ve achieved:
103 member groups with 3,321 ride leaders
957 volunteers contributing 9,700 hours
4,484 registered ride leaders
798 affiliate groups nationwide
500 campaigning volunteers in our Cycle Advocacy Network
New initiatives
• Launched Marcher Castles Way in Shropshire and Welsh borders. This was funded by you, our members, supporters and the transformative partnership and generosity of the Gill Foundation.
To find out more about our newest routes scan the QR code:
• Released the 122-mile Traws Eryri bike packing route in North Wales.
• Launched the Inclusive Cycling Experience in Greater Manchester and Inverness. The scheme offers free try-out sessions and non-standard cycle loans ranging from one day to one month.
Cycling UK experts offer skills and confidence sessions in traffic free spaces so recipients can get the most enjoyment out of their adaptive cycle before deciding if investing in one is right for them.
David’s story
David has Cerebral Palsy affecting his legs, making walking difficult. Through the Inclusive Cycling Experience Hub in Inverness, David discovered a new world of mobility. He shares:
“The hand cycle has enabled me to get outside and exercise, travelling distances I could never hope to walk or travel in my wheelchair. I’m feeling fitter, and happier.”
Looking at the journey ahead
Together we’ve achieved so much, but there is still more to do. Together we’ll continue to transform people’s lives and create happier, healthier and greener communities through cycling.
Improve perceptions of cycling so that everyone sees the benefits
Achieve greater impact by becoming the best possible charity we can be 1
Boost the number and diversity of people who cycle Make cycling an even more positive experience
Increase transport choice by enabling and encouraging more people to cycle local journeys
Thank you for being an essential part of Cycling UK. With your continued support, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.
