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Cycling is more than movement. It’s freedom. It’s joy. It’s community. For nearly 20 years, Bikeworks has been creating inclusive spaces where difference is visible – and valued. Photographer Becky Mursell shares this same vision through her portrait series The Everyday Cyclist. Her portraits capture people and their cycles: from handcycles to two-wheelers, from commuters to leisure riders, celebrating the …

The start of our journey together began with a simple question: can cycling bring people together who feel isolated or excluded? Working alongside Westminster City Council through a Department for Transport Tackling Loneliness with Transport pilot, we found the answer in motion—riding side by side, sharing stories, and feeling part of something bigger. By listening to residents, we …

Our recent Dr Bike event in Mile End showed what happens when community organisations come together with a shared purpose. Across the day, 90–100 people dropped in to get their bikes checked, repaired, and back on the road. Brake pads, cables, and other essential fixes were made — saving people hundreds of pounds they may …

By Jamie Lawson, Inclusive Cycling Advisor at Bikeworks When people think about cycling, they often picture two wheels, balance, and speed. But cycling can take many different forms, and with the right equipment, it becomes an activity that everyone can enjoy. That’s why having a fleet inclusive of cycles is essential, not only for All …

Social prescribers connect people with the activities and support that make the biggest difference to their health and wellbeing. And what better tool than cycling — affordable, sustainable, confidence-building, and joyful. This summer, Bikeworks joined forces with the GLA, TfL, and the Tower Hamlets GP Care Group to launch a new Santander Cycle Hire offer, …

A cycle that’s not roadworthy is a cycle that won’t get ridden. That’s why Bikeworks brings maintenance directly to the people who need it – right where they are. Through our Dr Bike sessions, we provide free, on-the-spot cycle checks and minor repairs that keep people moving confidently and safely. Whether it’s a misaligned brake, a worn tyre, …

By Zoe Portlock, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Bikeworks Twenty-five years ago, I began my career at a charity supporting people with learning disabilities and their families. I saw firsthand the exclusion faced across every part of life – from education and employment to sport, leisure, and community participation. Decades later, the story is far too similar. Today, people …

A year ago, Bikeworks had the incredible honour of welcoming Professor Muhammad Yunus – the Nobel Peace Prize laureate …

Ride London is a big event in the Bikeworks calendar and this year was no exception. Our collaboration with the team at Ford Ride London and the London Marathon Events team, alongside our friends, Wheels for Wellbeing, provides us with the opportunity to showcase  our fleet of inclusive and adapted cycles on the streets of …

Go Stella! This was Stella’s second year Stella participating in the Ride London 30 mile event. This year Luca stepped up to be her Ride Buddy, and together they smashed it.

Learn how Bikeworks combated loneliness using a novel cycle service.

Learn how Bikeworks have helped nearly 1,000 Londoners during tough times.

Bikeworks CIC recognised across two categories at this years SE100 Awards

Introducing Andreas, one of our friendly Ride Side-by-Side Cycle Pilots delivering across Waltham Forest and Poplar area.

Hear some inspiring stories of our riders who completed the Ride London 30 mile course.