Bikeability
@bikeabilityuk
Providing the skills to build confidence through cycling, Bikeability is the DfT's national cycle training scheme for children across England.
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 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
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.
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!
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.
Kevin has dedicated over five decades to cycling, including 13 years teaching Bikeability in Dudley. That’s why he was crowned the 2025 People’s Champion! Know a cycling star like Kevin? Voting for the 2026 People's Champion is open now on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BikeabilityUK
We're delighted that our CEO, Emily Cherry, has been recognised in The King's Honours for services to active travel for children. A fitting tribute to a career dedicated to improving opportunities, confidence & outcomes for young people. Congratulations Emily! 👏
As Bikeability turns 18, we're proud to host our first-ever Parliamentary Reception. Celebrating 6m children trained, launching our #LostGeneration report & unveiling #CycleIn, bridging the cycling skills gap for adults. Thanks to our host & sponsor Ruth Cadbury MP & Forest
Hundreds of children discover cycling through Bikeability every day. This #BikeWeek we're helping adults rediscover that confidence too. We're back in Westminster City Council with Lime helping civil servants build their cycle confidence, refresh their skills or learn for the very first time.
#BikeWeek starts now! 🚴💨 School visits. Parliament. New faces. New research. A few special guests. And one or two surprises... It's shaping up to be one of the busiest & most exciting weeks in the Bikeability calendar. Follow along & get involved with Cycling UK Official 🔗cyclinguk.org/bikeweek
Cycle to School Week returns 5–9 October 2026! 🚴🏫 With the cost of the school run continuing to rise, cycling offers a healthier, cheaper and more enjoyable way to travel. Make your pledge today for FREE resources, activities and inspiration 👉 cycletoschoolweek.co.uk
🚨 Nominations closing for #CelebrationOfBikeability Know a young rider who's grown in confidence? A family making cycling part of everyday life? An instructor going above & beyond? Time to celebrate them 🏆 ⏳ Closes midnight Sun 31 May 🔗 https://ow.ly/GwS650Z50Jy
Our 2025 Rising Star Stefan Povolotsky is known for going the extra mile to deliver Bikeability training – often literally! Nominate your rising star in this year's #CelebrationOfBikeability now 🔗 https://ow.ly/UrOe50Z2yc8
This #WalktoSchoolWeek, we’re proud to support Living Streets and their #MissionMove challenge 🚶♀️🚲 Walking, wheeling and cycling to school helps children build confidence, independence and healthy habits for life. 👉 livingstreets.org.uk/walk-to-school/primary-schools/walk-to-school-week-2026/
“Learning to cycle is a life skill that all children should have” - Sir Chris Hoy 🚲 Great to welcome Sir Chris Hoy to see first-hand how Bikeability helps children gain confidence, skills & independence on today’s roads.
People’s Champion Award, sponsored by Decathlon UK 🏆 Your voice, your champion! You’ll soon get to vote for your Champion on social media. They'll win a £150 Decathlon voucher—and the pride of being your pick! Follow Bikeability on Facebook and get ready to vote 🔗facebook.com/BikeabilityUK
Lifetime Achievement Award 🏆 A career dedicated to Bikeability Help us recognise someone who’s shaped the industry and inspired generations Nominate them 👇 🔗 surveymonkey.co.uk/r/celebrationofbikeability
Personal Achievement Award 🏆 For those who’ve overcome challenges or achieved something extraordinary through cycling Win £100 from us to spend on cycling Nominate someone inspiring 👇 🔗 surveymonkey.co.uk/r/celebrationofbikeability
Organisations of the Year, sponsored by Freewheel 🏆 Big and small, we’re celebrating orgs delivering outstanding Bikeability training 🚲 Know a team making a real impact in their community? Win £200 for your organisation 🔗 surveymonkey.co.uk/r/celebrationofbikeability
Family of the Year, sponsored by NatWest Rooster Money 🏆 Cycling together, inspiring others 🚲 Nominate a family who lives and breathes cycling Win Rooster subscriptions + £500 🔗 surveymonkey.co.uk/r/celebrationofbikeability
Young Cyclist of the Year (Pete Rollings Award), sponsored by Batch Bicycles 🏆 Know a young rider showing real determination & passion? 🚲 Nominate them to win a brand new Batch bike 🔗 surveymonkey.co.uk/r/celebrationofbikeability
School of the Year, sponsored by Squish Bikes 🏆 Is your school leading the way with cycling? 🏫 We’re looking for schools embedding Bikeability into everyday life Win a fleet of balance bikes & helmets 🚲 🔗 surveymonkey.co.uk/r/celebrationofbikeability