Cycling in Bristol

Greater Bristol has been chosen as England's first cycling city and will recieve £11.m to transform cycling by creating dedicated cycle lanes, better facilities and more cycle training for children.

Follow the links for more details on cycling information and advice and cycle lanes and routes - including maps on local cycle routes.

Bristol Cycling Events

• Car Free Day is held annually in September and aims to encourage people to try travelling to work using sustainable modes, including public transport, cycling and walking.
• The biggest local cycling club, Cycle Bristol, have weekly rides in the local countryside, and lots of other events. Visit their website for the latest rides. 

Local Cycling Resources

• Bristol Bike Shed is a 'Cycle Resource Centre'  providing secure parking, showers, lockers and access to maintainance facilities, plus  coffee at the Mud Dock cafe. The Shed is located on The Grove near Queen Square.
• Bike Buddies is an internet based scheme, launched on 1 May 2003, which aims to match experienced cyclists with would-be cyclists, or anyone who has had a long layoff. The web site has a pool of experienced cyclists to act as the 'Buddies'.
• Lifecycle UK offers a range of services to existing and 'would-be'  cyclists. Lifecycle can be contacted for one to one adult cycle training (£30/session), route advice, cycle racks and support in setting up Bike User Groups - (0117) 929 0440.
• A Free Bike Loan Scheme operates from Bayton House, Laurence Hill on weekends from 10am-12pm and 2pm - 4pm. For more information contact Mandy Cox on 0117 3041425.
• The Bristol Bike Forum meets every two months giving cyclists an opportunity to voice their views on local issues.
• Hourbike - the bike hire network coming to Bristol soon. Click on the link to find out more and register your interest.

Contact Details

For further information on cycling in Bristol:

E-mail: traffic.management@bristol.gov.uk

Telephone: 0117 903 6822

Fax: 0117 903 6830