Useful cycling organisations

British Cycling

From fans and riders to cycling enthusiasts and professionals, British Cycling is suitable for all levels and actively encourages all to get involved.

Telephone: 0161 274 2000

Cycling UK

Whether you're new to cycling, ride regularly or want to get back into it, Cycling UK can cater for you.

Telephone: 01483 238300

Sustrans

Sustrans is a sustainable travel charity which is involved in setting up the national cycle network. There are a wide range of free cycling maps available on their website and long distance routes are available to purchase from their online shop.

Telephone: 0117 926 8893

The Tandem Club

The Tandem Club is a members organisation (annual subscription fee is £ 10) with over 40 regional officers around the UK who can be contacted to find out what is happening in your area or for advice on how to arrange activities. You do not have to own a tandem cycle to become a member. The Tandem Club has a Disabilities Liaison Officer who may be able to help with queries related to disabled people and to visually impaired cyclists.

Cycle-re-cycle

Cycle-re-cycle is a voluntary organisation who recycle old and unwanted bicycles, parts, accessories and cycling clothing.

Telephone: 07835 840989

Bikeability

Bikeability is a cycling training scheme designed to give adults and children skills and confidence to ride a bicycle. Many local authorities offer lessons free or at a substantially reduced cost for adults and children. Many schools also offer the bikeability training scheme for children and young people.