Community Cycle Clubs
Community Cycle Clubs (CCCs) are central to our mission to help people enjoy healthier, happier and greener lives through cycling.
We support more than 80 diverse clubs across England that have engaged over 50,000 people.
What is a Community Cycle Club?
A Community Cycle Club is a local group that brings people together to cycle — whether for fun, fitness, friendship or freedom.
Clubs run in all sorts of settings, from refugee centres and youth groups to workplaces, mosques and veterans’ organisations. Each one shapes its activities around the needs and interests of its community.
Cycling UK Development Officers work directly with each club to support both setup and long-term development.
They help build the club’s capacity, train volunteers, and ensure sessions are delivered safely and to a high standard — so clubs are well equipped to engage a wide and diverse range of people.
You don’t need to be a confident cyclist — or even own a bike — to take part. CCCs will provide:
- Bikes to borrow
- Basic maintenance support
- A friendly, welcoming space to build your skills at your own pace
People who’ve joined a CCC say they cycle more often, feel healthier and happier, and enjoy stronger connections to their community.
Why join or start a club?
Inclusive and welcoming
Over half our participants are women. Many are older adults, people with health conditions, or from underrepresented backgrounds.
Supportive and social
74% say their club helped them connect with others in their community.
Health and confidence
78% now cycle regularly, with many reporting improved mental and physical wellbeing.
Better for your wallet and the planet
63% of members now swap some car journeys for cycling.
It’s not just about cycling — it’s about freedom, community, and feeling good again
Want to start or join a club?
If you're a local organisation looking to promote health, inclusion or active travel in your community, we can support you to set up a Community Cycle Club.
We offer:
- Free training for volunteers
- Equipment packages and practical resources
- Ongoing support from your local Cycling Development Officer
Clubs are often based in:
- Community centres
- Faith groups Charities
- Housing associations
- Local non-profits
We support clubs in the following regions:
- Birmingham
- Coventry & Leicester
- East Anglia
- East Midlands
- Kent
- Lancashire
- Liverpool
- Manchester
- North East
- Sheffield
- West Midlands
- West Yorkshire
For more information please contact us.
The club got me more active — now I travel everywhere by bike, including to work
Want to join a club?
We support Community Cycle Clubs in 12 regions across England.
For more information please contact us.
Want to see the impact?
Community Cycle Clubs aren’t just about cycling — they’re helping to tackle some of the biggest barriers to being active and connected.
From health inequality and transport poverty to social isolation and underrepresentation in cycling, the clubs are making a real difference in people’s lives.
Clubs have helped people recover from illness, improve their fitness, build confidence and friendships, and replace car journeys with cycling — all in a supportive, community-led environment where everyone is welcome.
Read real stories and explore our impact.
Explore more ways we’re getting communities cycling
Cycling UK is passionate about the positive difference cycling can make to people and communities. Our dedicated team works closely with local groups and partners to help more people enjoy the benefits of cycling—whether for health, connection, confidence or everyday travel.
With years of experience supporting communities across the UK, our development officers understand what it takes to get more people cycling and create lasting change.
Explore the links below to find out more about our community cycling projects in England.
