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Wheels for Wellbeing

@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk

A disabled people’s cycling organisation campaigning for equity in cycling, #ActiveTravel, multimodal journeys, and mobility justice. #BeyondTheBicycle Find out about our work at www.WheelsForWellbeing.org.uk

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Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · last wk.

In this last week of Disability Pride Month, we want to highlight the importance of including accessibility for Disabled families in active travel and environmental improvements. Check out this recent blog by our Campaigns and Policy Lead Kate on the subject: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/inspiration/...

The right cycle for the journey: cycling with disabled children

From rear-steer tandems to e-bikes, Kate Ball shares practical advice on cycling with disabled children for everyday journeys.

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Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 2w ago

A clear explanation of why some "legality" tests catch legal cycles, upon which many Disabled people rely. We're delighted to be working with forces and training providers to solve this problem while helping address the danger caused by illegal e-motorbikes shorturl.at/9roas

Birmingham man's legal e-bike seized and destroyed by police in error

The BBC finds the bike was legal and supplied as part of a scheme to reduce pollution in the city.

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Cycle Sprog@cyclesprog.bsky.social · 3w ago

Cycling with disabled children isn't just "can they ride a bike?" It's whether they can make the actual journey needed. Kate Ball shares her family's story: rear-steer tandems, trikes, e-tandems, and years of trial and error. www.cyclesprog.co.uk/inspiration/... @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk

The right cycle for the journey: cycling with disabled children

From rear-steer tandems to e-bikes, Kate Ball shares practical advice on cycling with disabled children for everyday journeys.

cyclesprog.co.uk

Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 4w ago

Fantastic to see this article by Laura Laker in Cycling Electric highlighting the harm that police seizure and destruction of legal e-cycles is causing - and some of the solutions we need. www.cyclingelectric.com/news/police-...

Call for education as police crush road-legal, council-funded Tern HSD e-bike

A legal e-bike, mistakenly seized and destroyed by West Midlands Police as part of a crackdown on illegal electric motorcycles

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Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 4w ago

Yesterday our Campaigns & Policy Lead @benwheels.bsky.social attended the @appgcw.bsky.social to discuss #CWIS3 with @liliangreenwood.bsky.social. Pleased to hear about action on #PavementParking and mobility devices law, but nothing about the #ActivityTrap for #DisabledPeople.

Ben Foley@benwheels.bsky.social · 4w ago

Yesterday @appgcw.bsky.social meet w/ @liliangreenwood.bsky.social. Focus on #CWIS3. ✅reiterated commitmt 2 sort out Mobility Aid law ✅Pavemt Parking action But nothin more 2 help #Disabled ppl be more physically active. Need 2 end "activity trap": Disabled ppl fear losing bfits by getting active.

Alt text: photo of Ben, masc presenting and middle aged, essentially clean shaven, wearing a straw hat, specs and a green polo shirt. In the background the distinctive stonework and windows of the Palace of Westminster in sunshine, and a bright blue sky with white wispy clouds.
Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · last mo.

We support @livingstreets.bsky.social #PavementOverload campaign to get delivery robots off our pavements. Pavements are already inaccessible for many #Disabled people, and these robots will make them less safe and more inaccessible. #TakingTheDis

Living Streets@livingstreets.bsky.social · last mo.

Delivery robots are taking over UK pavements, causing chaos for pedestrians, despite having no laws allowing their use 🤖 Our Pavement Overload campaign is in the Guardian: https://bit.ly/4pdAuYx

Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · last mo.

We are delighted to support the fabulous, 'Everyday Cyclist' exhibition, on the 9th of July, 4-6pm, in Brockwell Park, offering a variety of cycles for people to ride & a cycle taxi service from outside the lido next to the carpark (side-by-side and wheelchair carrying platform trike).

A poster featuring a vibrant photo of a tan skinned woman with long dark hair, in a red dress sitting, facing the camera, on the rear of a tricycle. The background is of a leafy, park setting. The poster reads, 'Free exhibitions of The Everyday Cyclist by Becky Mursell Photographt, 8th July- 31st August 2026, Brockwell Hall and Brockwell Park (outdoors by the lido). ' It also provides details of a 'Celebration event' on July 9th, between 4-6pm at the Stables Courtyard, Brockwell Hall, featuring free 'Try a Cycle' sessions with Wheels for Wellbeing and a free 'Wooden Bike Build activity with upCYCLE LDN, alll free to attend with no need to book. At the base, the logos of Wheels for Wellbeing, Brockwell Park and the Heritage fund are visible.
Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · last mo.

The further a journey is, the more barriers Disabled people will usually face to completing it. Moving about in our own homes is usually much easier than making a longer trip around our own communities. Her are some of the barriers many Disabled people experience. What barriers do you face?

A very busy graphic showing, from top to bottom, increasing distance required for activities from tens to hundreds to thousands of metres per trip and a range of the cumulative barriers likely to be encountered on increasing length trips. From shortest to longest, activities are moving around own home, moving from home to car/taxi, getting to a bus stop, getting to/around a supermarket/hospital, attending work/education - moving within organisation sites plus commute using public transport, taking children out to nursery/school/activities and play including carrying tired/Disabled children, taking part in local democracy, eg. Standing for election, canvassing, walkabouts, campaigning. Associated with the activities cumulative from top to bottom are stairs, broken lift, narrow doors, limited manoeuvring space, need to make trips in tight timeframes, narrow/obstructed paths, need to be supported &/or support others, few fixed supports, difficult weather- wind/ice/heat/rain, poor/uneven surfaces, injury risk from drivers, need to carry items/equipment longer distances, risk of harassment/abuse, inaccessible bus stop, inaccessible bus, risk of falling on moving public transport, noise, crowds, need to address workplace inaccessibility conflicting with need to maintain good relationships with those in power, organisational expectations including timings, personal appearance etc, support needs of children, moving on unmade surfaces (grass, bark, gravel, mud), need to approach many private, often inaccessible homes, increased risk of harassment/abuse.
Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 2mo ago

We were delighted to welcome Cllr Laura Sessions (Active Travel Lead at Lewisham Council) at our Ladywell Inclusive Cycling Hub. She got to try out one of our Side-by-Side tandems and chat with our participants about the joy they experience when accessing the right cycle and the right support.

The photo depicts Councillor Laura Sessions, a white lady with blond hair, cycling on a red, side-by-side handcycle in the carpark at Ladywell Day Centre alongside Kenneth, one of our instructors. They are both smiling broadly. In the background, you can see the blurred image of several others on tricycles.
Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 2mo ago

Last but not least, the third in our series of free webinars, covering Disabled people and micromobilities 🥳: what they are, how enabling they can be for Disabled people, barriers caused by outdated laws & what changes we are advocating for. 👇👇👇

Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 2mo ago

It’s #BetterTransportWeek, so why not learn all about micromobilities and Disabled people with the third in our series of free CPD webinars to accompany the 5th Edition of The Guide to Inclusive Cycling. #MobilityJustice www.youtube.com/watch?v=-R7V...

Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 2mo ago

It’s #BikeWeek! So what better time to learn more about making cycling accessible for everyone with the second in our series of free webinars to accompany the 5th Edition of The Guide to Inclusive Cycling. This week learn all about infrastructure. #InclusiveCycling www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6nn...

Guide to Inclusive Cycling Webinar 2: Infrastructure: Barriers and Enablers to Inclusive Cycling

YouTube video by Wheels for Wellbeing

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Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 2mo ago

Wheels for Wellbeing are excited to be bringing our inclusive cycling opportunities to the The Lewisham Disability Sports Network, multi-sport SEND festival for disabled young people aged 5-25. Saturday 27 June, 14.00 - 16.00 Location: The Alex Yee Ladywell Arena, SE6 4QX

Title reading: 'Multi-Sport SEND Festival' Text reads: The Lewisham Disability Sports Network are running a multi-sport SEND festival for disabled young people aged 5-25. Come along to try a wide range of inclusive activities and learn more about community sport in your area. All abilities are welcome and sessions are adapted to the group’s needs. Event Details Date: Saturday 27 June Time: 14.00 - 16.00 Location: The Alex Yee Ladywell Arena, SE6 4QX Contact For more information, please contact: Noah.Tilling@Access Sport.org.uk or call 020 7993 9883 Book your spot You can register by clicking the linkA black background with the triangular access sport logo in the top left hand corner. A white title reads: 'Inclusive Multi Sport Festival' with the address, 'The Alex Lee Ladywell Arena, SE64QX' Sponsor logos feature below and there are photos of children with and without visible disabilities taking part in various sports to the right, interspersed with colourful tiles.
Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 2mo ago

We're always happy to work with cycling and active travel organisations so they can be inclusive and good allies to Disabled people. Check out our training page wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk/our-campaign... and get in touch if you'd like to know more.

Campaigning for inclusive cycling, Wheels for Wellbeing

Wheels for Wellbeing is an award-winning charity supporting disabled people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the benefits of cycling.

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London Cycling Campaign@londoncycling.bsky.social · 2mo ago

🤝 With the support of Wheels for Wellbeing, we're hosting training to help LCC cycle buddies and community cycling groups to feel confident interacting and campaigning with Disabled cyclists. Head to our website to find out more... 👇️

Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 3mo ago

𝗔 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 For the first time in over 10 years, our session fee will be changing. From 1 June 2026, increasing from £5 to £𝟳 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿. PAs, carers and supporters will continue to attend free of charge.

black text on a white text box (with orange border), reading: "𝗔 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 For the first time in over 10 years, our session fee will be changing. From 1 June 2026, increasing from £5 to £𝟳 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿. PAs, carers and supporters will continue to attend free of charge. We have tried to avoid increasing our prices for as long as possible, but the costs of running our sessions have continued to rise. Each hour now costs us over £15 per participant to provide, so even with this increase, every session will still be heavily subsidised. We continue to apply for grants and support from funders to help cover the difference. However, like many charities, it is becoming harder to secure funding in the current climate. We also rely on donations from individuals and companies to help keep our sessions running and accessible. If you are able to contribute the full cost of a session or support additional attendees, please consider also making a donation when you book If you know anyone who is looking for a charity to support, we would be very grateful if you could suggest Wheels for Wellbeing. Donations can be made through our website, or by contacting us on 020 7346 8482. We understand that any increase in cost can be difficult. If the new session fee will cause you concern or make it harder for you to attend, please contact us to discuss. Thank you for your understanding and continued support."
Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 3mo ago

Lived experience is at the heart of all our work. We're delighted to share this article written by Campaigns and Policy Lead Kate, discussing utility cycling for Disabled families by tying personal experience together with wider evidence: doi.org/10.16997/ats...

Utility Cycling – Experiences Within a Disabled Family Group

Cycling is associated with a range of well-established positive effects, from personal physical and mental health improvements to financial, environmental, social and logistical benefits.Disabled peop...

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Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 3mo ago

Excited to be part of City of London, Urban Tree Festival with a fabulous Inclusive Tree Tour.  This Wednesday, 13/05/26- offering any residents the chance to join a relaxed ride, led by an expert guide, free of charge, with access to whatever kind of cycle you may need from our extensive fleet.

Inclusive Tree Tour with Adapted Bikes & Scooters, with Wheels for Wellbeing Date: Wednesday 13th May Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm Location: Park Life Café, Burgess Park, Albany Rd, London SE5 0AL Tickets:Free, but booking essential. Who: This event is sponsored by City of London and is open to people who live in or have a connection to the City of London. Join us for a supported outdoor session sponsored by City of London with Wheels for Wellbeing led by Phil Paulo from CPRE London, exploring local green spaces and urban trees using adapted bikes and scooters supplied.  Designed for people with limited mobility, it promotes well being, confidence, and social connection in an inclusive setting.
Wheels for Wellbeing@wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk · 4mo ago

It's great to see DRUK supporting our 10 key asks for the Government consultation on mobility aids. Please take the time to respond by the end of Wednesday evening.Simply email: mobilitydevices@dft.gov.uk. You can email even if you've already responded to the consultation and want to add more.

10 Key Asks For Inclusive Mobility Regulations: Respond to the

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Disability Rights UK@disrightsuk.bsky.social · 4mo ago

The Government consultation on powered mobility aids is closing on 22nd April. @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk have co-produced these key principles alongside other DPOs to help us respond! Read and share the 10 key asks & respond to the consultation! www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/10-key-...