2 months to go until #CycleToSchoolWeek! From 5-9 October, thousands of pupils & families celebrate the benefits of cycling to school. Now is the perfect time to switch gears, brush up on your Bikeability skills, and make your pledge. Get involved: cycletoschoolweek.co.uk 🚲🏫

Today we're launching #CyclesForChildren, a national fundraising appeal. 1 in 4 children aged 5-10 in the UK doesn't have access to a cycle at home. Your support can help more children continue the journey they started through Bikeability. Find out more: bikeability.org.uk/cyclesforchildren

Looking for family-friendly cycling inspiration this summer? Our latest blog is packed with ideas to help children stay active, build confidence and enjoy time on two wheels, plus details of Bikeability courses running during the holidays.

Fun cycle activities to try this summer

We’ve rounded up some of our favourite cycle activities to try this summer, plus a selection of Bikeability courses running during the school holidays.

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That’s a wrap on #CelebrationOfBikeability 2026! 🏆 Congratulations to all of our winners, nominees & everyone across the Bikeability community making a difference every day. Thank you to our presenters, partners & supporters for helping us celebrate the power of cycling 🚲

Today we close our celebrations with the Lifetime Achievement (David Dansky Award) 🏆 Honouring a lifetime of dedication to changing lives through cycling. Presented by Ellis Palmer 🚲 The winner is... Julie Turner! #CelebrationOfBikeability

Time for our People’s Champion Award 🏆 Celebrating an inspirational story chosen by the public, with 222 votes cast this year. Presented by Ed Clancy 🚲 The winner is... St Luke’s CofE First School! You’ve won a £150 Decathlon voucher courtesy of Decathlon. #CelebrationOfBikeability

Time for our Personal Achievement Award 🏆 Celebrating an incredible individual who has overcome challenges and achieved something exceptional through cycling. Presented by Shanaze Reade 🚲 The winner is... Warren Clark! You’ve won a £100 cycling voucher on us 💛 #CelebrationOfBikeability

Time for our Rising Star Award 🏆 Celebrating the next generation of Bikeability talent making an impact early in their career. Presented by Professor Kevin Dutton 🧠 The winner is... Louise Newham! You've won a Beeline Velo 2 navigation device 🧭 #CelebrationOfBikeability

Time for our Large Organisation of the Year Award 🏆 Celebrating a team creating opportunities for more people to experience the benefits of cycling. Presented by Beccy Marston 🚲 The winner is... Milton Keynes City Council! You’ve won a £200 Freewheel voucher. #CelebrationOfBikeability

Time for our Small Organisation of the Year Award 🏆 Celebrating an organisation breaking down barriers to cycling. Presented by Rhiannon Letman-Wade 🚲 The winner is... The Canterbury Bike Project! You’ve won a £200 Freewheel voucher courtesy of Madison. #CelebrationOfBikeability

Time for our School of the Year Award 🏆 Celebrating a school putting cycling at the heart of its community. Presented by Sir Chris Hoy 🚲 The winner is... Two Mile Ash School! You’ve won a fleet of Squish balance bikes and helmets. #CelebrationOfBikeability

Time for our Family of the Year Award 🏆 Celebrating a family inspiring others to cycle. Presented by Nigel Clarke 🚲 The winners are... The Popplewell Family! You’ve won £500 from The Bikeability Trust plus NatWest Rooster Money cards for the children 💳 #CelebrationOfBikeability

Next up... Young Cyclist of the Year (Pete Rollings Award) 🏆 Celebrating a young rider with incredible determination, resilience & passion. Presented by Travis & Sigrid 🚴‍♂️😺 The winner is... Nevaeh Wesson! You’ve won a brand new Batch children’s bicycle 🚲 #CelebrationOfBikeability

Starting with the Instructor of the Year Award 🏆 Celebrating an outstanding instructor making a difference every day. Presented by Dame Sarah Storey! 🚲 The winner is... Natalie Judson! You’ve won a #Ridgeback Motion bike and Lazer Helmets | North America helmet 🚲 #CelebrationOfBikeability

Dame Sarah Storey presents Bikeability Instructor of the Year Award 2026

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Good morning & welcome to #CelebrationOfBikeability Day 2026! Today we’re celebrating the incredible people, schools & organisations helping more children experience the confidence, independence & joy of cycling. Join us as we reveal this year’s winners! 🚲

A brilliant few days at the Active County Cambridgeshire conference! The Big Bike Parade gave delegates the chance to experience Cambridge by bike, showcasing cycle routes, new infrastructure and some of the city's most iconic locations. Thanks to everyone who made it such a memorable event. 💙

We've been shortlisted in two categories at the #NationalTransportAwards 2026! 🚲 Campaign of the Year: Cycle to School Week 2025 👏 Woman of the Year: Emily Cherry We’re so proud of this recognition and look forward to celebrating with the transport sector in October!

The Government has set an ambition for 60% of children to walk, wheel, cycle or scoot to school by 2036. Bikeability instructor Donna from Pedal Power Training explains why cycle training is key to achieving that goal, giving children the skills and confidence to travel safely.

📢 We're hiring! Join the Bikeability Trust as our new Marketing Projects & Partnerships Lead. If you're an organised marketing professional who thrives on delivering projects, activating partnerships and coordinating multiple workstreams, we'd love to hear from you. Apply by 22 July 👇

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Apply now for Marketing Projects & Partnerships Lead. , £35000, find a career with meaning today

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With temperatures are set to soar again, Bikeability instructors continue helping children gain skills for life, making sensible adjustments where needed to keep young riders safe. If you're heading out on your cycle, read our top tips for staying safe ☀️

Top tips – how to cycle safely in a heatwave

Discover our top tips to stay comfortable and safe when cycling in hot weather, including the type of clothing to wear and how to stay hydrated.

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We’re proud that our CEO Emily Cherry is taking part in Tour de 4 2026 — the fundraising cycling event created by Sir Chris Hoy to support people affected by stage 4 cancer. Please support her fundraising for Maggie's ⬇️

Donate to Cherry's Tour de 4 2026 Fundraiser to Fight Cancer, organized by Emily Cherry

Paul and Emily Cherry are taking part in Tour de 4 2026, the cycling e… Emily Cherry needs your support for Cherry's Tour de 4 2026 Fundraiser to Fight Cancer

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Celebrating instructors who go above and beyond 🚲 Victoria Brierley was named our 2025 Instructor of the Year for her outstanding commitment to helping every child feel confident on the saddle. 🚴 Read her full story 👇

Meet Victoria Brierley: Winner of the 2025 Instructor of the Year Award

Working across schools in Derbyshire, Victoria has supported hundreds of children of all abilities to develop their cycling skills and confidence.

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Innovation should make our streets work better for everyone. As more technologies emerge, it's vital they work with, not against, the hierarchy of road users—protecting those who are most vulnerable. We're proud to support Living Streets' #PavementOverload campaign. Take action 👇

Pavement Overload | Britain's Pavements Are Not For Sale

Delivery robots are operating on Britain's pavements with no law to permit them. The Living Streets Pavement Overload campaign is demanding Government action to protect pedestrians and public space.

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Who's your #PeoplesChampion? 🏆 Vote for your winner to receive a bonus £150 Decathlon UK voucher! ⏰Hurry! Voting closes midnight this Sunday (5 July). 🔗https://ow.ly/Vz0Z50Zi84J

"If kids learn to love cycling they're likely to keep cycling for the rest of their lives" Thanks Will Norman for visiting Our Lady & St George's Nursery to see #GetCyclingInSchools in action 🚲 🎥Thanks to Sawston Village College work experience students for their filming & editing skills!

Celebrating schools making cycling part of everyday life 🚴🏫 Last year, Cold Harbour CofE Primary were announced as winners of our School of the Year Award. From balance bikes in Reception to Bikeability in Years 5 & 6, read their inspiring story 👇

Meet Coldharbour C of E Primary School: Winners of the 2025 School of the Year Award

At Cold Harbour C of E Primary School in Milton Keynes, cycling isn’t just an activity - it’s part of everyday school life.

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Encouraging news from the Bicycle Association Market Data Service 🚲 Children's cycle sales were up 17% in May, reaching their highest May level since 2020. More cycles + quality training = more children gaining the confidence, skills and freedom to cycle. 🔗bicycleassociation.org.uk/market-data

Every cycle has the potential to change a journey 🚲 We're proud to support Cycling UK Official #TheBigFix, helping get unused cycles back on the road & make everyday journeys more affordable. Confidence + access + a roadworthy cycle = more people enjoying the freedom of cycling.

Pedalling into adulthood with Bikeability 🎈 Last week in Parliament, students from Sawston Village College asked about almost two decades of National Standard cycle training. What's your birthday message to Bikeability? #Bikeability18

Better transport is about more than infrastructure. This #BetterTransportWeek, we're proud to play our part by helping millions of children gain the confidence to cycle safely and independently, creating healthier communities, cleaner air and more travel choices for everyone.