Big Bike Revival Project
Cycling UK operates the Big Bike Revival programme funded by the Department for Transport and supported by local authorities. Big Bike Revival is all about helping everyone and anyone to begin or return to cycling through a programme of free activities that enable people to start cycling through fixing bikes, teaching skills and leading rides, delivered by local community organisations. Through fun, social and inclusive activities the aim is to make cycling become a normal transport option and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling.
In 2022, Manchester Active contributed to the Big Bike Revival fund which resulted in a total of 19 successful applications from 14 Manchester-based groups, totalling £40,500, enabling 1,240 people to attend 176 events.
Survey responses revealed the following insights:
Participants’ activity levels:
- 55% cycled once a month or less and are considered non-regular cyclists
- 41% relied on the car for everyday journeys
- 46% met recommended physical activity guidelines for adults
Top three services that participants received:
- Had my cycle fixed or serviced for me
- Learnt how to maintain my cycle at a maintenance workshop
- Went on a led cycle ride
Participants’ top three challenges to cycling:
- Did not feel safe enough
- Lacked confidence when cycling
- Lacked local route knowledge
90% of participants said they intend to cycle in the next few months.
Big Bike Revival
Cycling UK operates the Big Bike Revival programme funded by the Department for Transport and supported by local authorities. Big Bike Revival is all about helping everyone and anyone to begin or return to cycling through a programme of free activities that enable people to start cycling through fixing bikes, teaching skills and leading rides, delivered by local community organisations. Through fun, social and inclusive activities the aim is to make cycling become a normal transport option and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling.
In 2022, Manchester Active contributed to the Big Bike Revival fund which resulted in a total of 19 successful applications from 14 Manchester-based groups, totalling £40,500, enabling 1,240 people to attend 176 events.
Survey responses revealed the following insights:
Participants’ activity levels:
- 55% cycled once a month or less and are considered non-regular cyclists
- 41% relied on the car for everyday journeys
- 46% met recommended physical activity guidelines for adults
Top three services that participants received:
- Had my cycle fixed or serviced for me
- Learnt how to maintain my cycle at a maintenance workshop
- Went on a led cycle ride
Participants’ top three challenges to cycling:
- Did not feel safe enough
- Lacked confidence when cycling
- Lacked local route knowledge
90% of participants said they intend to cycle in the next few months.
