Tyred n Cranky – Move It

Move It Tyred n CrankyProject AimsRun activities and events to promote cycling Break down barriers to behaviour change Promote realistic solutions Bring mobile bike services to rural areas Tyred n Cranky are a Huntly-based mobile bike business offering repair and servicing. This project supports Tyred n Cranky to deliver events and activities, in partnership with other organisations across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire to increase awareness, participation, skilled staffing, and storytelling. These activities may include as an example, but not exclusively; Bike Dr, Cycle Training, Trail Rangers, maintenance training (non-certified), filming, interviewing, …

Recycled Bikes for All

Recycled Bikes for All Stella’s VoiceProject AimsDivert bikes from landfill Increase accessibility by removing barriers to ownership Promote a circular economy through repair and recycling Support underrepresented groups Stella’s Voice aims to make bikes more accessible for everyone.   This project looks to stop as many bikes as possible from going to landfill in Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City. Rather than go to waste, they hope to refurbish as many of them as possible can so they can be given to those who would not be able to obtain a bicycle otherwise.   …

Grampian Inclusive Cycling Bothies

Grampian Inclusive Cycling Bothies Sport AberdeenProject AimsImprove access to adaptive bikes Promote health and wellbeing Remove barriers to cycling and develop social networks  The Grampian Inclusive Cycle Bothies project is a partnership led by Grampian Disability Sport and Sport Aberdeen, designed to make adapted cycling more accessible throughout Grampian. You can find the existing bothies in Aberdeen, Banff, Peterhead and Ballater, with more bothies in development. The primary objective of the project is to locate cycling hubs within communities across Grampian, with the intention of bringing access to adapted bikes …

Supporting Cycling: Storage, Maintenance and Promotion across Aberdeenshire

Supporting Cycling: Storage, Maintenance and Promotion across Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire CouncilProject AimsExpand access to secure cycle parking Support cycling to schools and destinations Connect cycling with public transport Promote active travel through information This project will support cycling across Aberdeenshire by expanding cycle parking, maintenance facilities and supporting infrastructure at schools, town centres, transport interchanges, council leisure facilities and country parks, and rural bus stops. Alongside new facilities, the project will provide information and promotional materials to help people plan local journeys and make greater use of cycling for everyday travel. …

Cycle Storage

Cycling Storage Cycling ScotlandProject AimsImproved cycle storage facilities for tenants Normalise cycling for everyday journeys Increase access to cycling for target groups Improved evidence, and continuous tackling of barriers to cycling. Cycling Scotland will work with Aberdeen City Council, Aberdeenshire Council, Social Housing providers and employers such as NHS Grampian to deliver installation of cycle storage and parking. This project aims to support more people to cycle, particularly those living in high rises and tenements. Funding for secure cycle storage will address a key barrier to cycling, providing opportunities to …

Supporting Children Cycling

Supporting Children Cycling Aberdeenshire CouncilProject AimsSupport more children to travel actively to school Reduce congestion and improve air quality outside schools Increase safety by reducing cars at the school gate Use a coordinated approach linking all school travel initiatives Aberdeenshire Council aim to promote active travel to young children and those starting school with an aim to embed behaviour change at a young age. School gate congestion is a concern in Aberdeenshire as it creates safety issues and affects air quality. The project will take a combined approach of holding events …

Sustainable Community Transport in Strathdon

Sustainable Community Transport in Strathdon Silver CircleProject AimsImprove access to healthcare Reduce isolation and social exclusion Provide wellbeing opportunities for residents Sustain population of rural community The Silver Circle SCIO is a grass roots organisation that has operated in Upper Strathdon for twenty-nine years, initially as an unincorporated charity and since 2019 as a SCIO. Upper Strathdon encompasses a large rural area. The area served by the charity extends for 140km² and has an ageing population of a little over 900 people. There is no public transport in the area, nor is it served by the …

The Aberdeenshire Bothy

The Aberdeenshire Bothy Cycling UKProject AimsIncrease the number of people walking, wheeling or cycling for short journeys Increase the number of people who feel safer whilst walking, wheeling and cycling Reduce car use for short journeys Increase the number of people experiencing health and wellbeing benefits from walking, wheeling and cycling  Since 2019, the Aberdeenshire Bothy has delivered hundreds of cycling activities and supported thousands of people to cycle more regularly and for short journeys – reducing car use and improving health and wellbeing in the process. The Aberdeenshire Bothy …

The Bikery

The Bikery Gordon Rural ActionProject AimsEstablish an industry-leading training centre for cycle maintenance Increase access to work experience and education Develop a circular economy through upcycling, repairs and upskilling Promote community involvement and outreach The Bikery is a Community Cycling Centre in Huntly, open since 2022. The space combines bike retail, training, and workshop facilities, allowing The Bikery to refurbish and maintain bikes, sell them at affordable prices, and use the proceeds to overcome barriers to cycling in Aberdeenshire. The project supports people of all ages in their personal development …

Rock Up and Ride Inclusive Communities – with Ythan Cycling Club

Rock Up & Ride – Inclusive Communities Scottish Cycling – with Ythan Cycling ClubProject AimsReduce barriers to cycling for disadvantaged and underrepresented groups Increase confidence and self-esteem Promote physical activity and health Strengthen cycling partnership and opportunities Scottish Cycling’s Rock Up & Ride programme is a national initiative aimed at reducing barriers to cycling for disadvantaged and underrepresented groups. By providing free access to bikes and fun cycling sessions, the programme promotes health, resilience, and active travel. The project partners with local communities to tailor its delivery to local needs, …