Southwark
The London Borough of Southwark is committed to developing cycling and has ear-marked £4m to make the borough one of the most bike-friendly in the capital. Cycling is an environmentally-friendly way to travel while promoting a healthy, energetic lifestyle. Anybody who lives, works or studies in the borough is entitled to the following services:
FREE Cycle Skills: Get tailored training at a level suited to your needs, or book a lesson for the family (with up to three participants)! Choose from Basic (off-road environment), Urban (quiet local roads) or Advanced (complex junctions and busy roads).
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FREE Group Cycle Training: Click here to see what's on, or visit these pages for more information: Adult Group Cycle Training & Children's Group Cycle Training.
FREE Schools Cycle Training: For schools wishing to book a course, see more details and book here.
SUBSIDISED Bike Maintenance Courses: Click here to see what's on, or click here to learn more.
Since January 2013, Cycle Confident has been working in partnership with Southwark Council helping to provide its cycle training initiatives. For any queries relating to the training on offer please contact us.
Other links for the borough which you may find useful are as follows:
- Information about other cycling services from Southwark Council
- Southwark Cyclists the Southwark part of the London Cycling Campaign do healthy rides, Dr Bike, Bike Train and Bike Taxis.
- Information about Wheels for Wellbeing - a great partner helping to deliver Southwark cycling projects. You can contact them at info@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk
- The cost-of-living crisis is effecting everyone. If you are struggling, help is available. Southwark Council has a Cost of Living support website with advice, support and services who can help.
