PedalUK: one of the UK's leading active travel social enterprises

Since 2014, we've worked on two fronts: making cycling accessible and appealing to everyone, and supporting grassroots campaign groups who challenge our car-centric culture and infrastructure.

Our impact since 2014

7,500+ bikes refurbished and sold at affordable prices through Peddle My Wheels
6,000+ bikes delivered via Try Before You Bike
80% of Try Before You Bike users would not have started cycling without the scheme
66% of OurBike users replaced a car trip with a cargo bike ride
90+ OurBike cargo bike share hubs across the UK
120+ active travel community influencers trained across our network
4.9/5 rating from 370+ reviews

Our Services

Peddle My Wheels

Our original programme has been running since 2014. Pop-up bike markets refurbish and sell quality secondhand bikes at affordable prices — putting over 7,500 bikes into circulation and keeping them out of landfill. Proceeds support schools and local charities.

Try Before You Bike

An award-winning subscription-to-ownership scheme. Councils set the subsidy level; we handle stock, logistics, insurance, customer service, payments, marketing and reporting.

OurBike

The UK's largest e-cargo bike share, launched in 2022. Now operating 90+ bike hubs across the UK. 66% of users replace car trips. Bikes hosted by local businesses and community groups.

What our council partners say

"Try Before You Bike has been a core element of Southwark's Streets for People cycling offer for more than two years. More than 400 people have benefited from the scheme and been able to access affordable cycle ownership."

Fiona Fisher, Southwark Council

"We are pleased with the delivery of Try Before You Bike as it aligns with the borough's Fairer Westminster strategy. The flexible approach makes it easier for the Council to support residents wanting to access cycling."

Sylvia Guthrie, Westminster City Council

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