Cycling UK - Big Bike Revival Grants Programme
Background
The Big Bike Revival Grants Programme is provided by Active Travel England and the UK Government and administered by Cycling UK, a national organisation dedicated to supporting cyclists and supporting bike use.
Objectives of Fund
This fund aims to achieve the following objectives:
Inspire and encourage the large proportion of the adult population who do not cycle, to start cycling.
Increase the number of adults that cycle by addressing the fact that a high proportion of adults in England own cycles (42%) but are not using them.
Increase the number of trips made by cycles by addressing the fact that adults in Britain appear to be aware of cycling and its potential for shorter journeys but have safety concerns about using it as a form of travel.
To improve the perception of cycling safety by providing opportunities for adults to access supported cycling activities, training on how to cycle safely, and how to keep cycles in safe working order.
The programme supports people returning to cycling, starting as complete beginners, and other people who do not cycle regularly. This includes reaching new people, including groups who are underrepresented in cycling or face challenges and perceived barriers to cycling, such as:
Women.
People on low incomes.
People who identify as belonging to an ethnic minority group.
People not in work.
People who do not meet physical activity guidelines.
People with perceived barriers to cycling.
For the Summer 2025 funding round, there is a focus on encouraging partners to inspire participants to return to subsequent events, to help sustain increases in cycling, and help make a much bigger difference through Big Bike Revival.
Value Notes
Grants of up to £3,500 are available.
For Grants of £2,000, partners should be able to deliver at least six events.
For Grants of £3,500, partners should be able to deliver at least ten events.
Who Can Apply
Voluntary and not-for-profit organisations that are rooted in local communities and working to tackle a range of needs and challenges can apply, such as:
Cycling UK-affiliated Community Cycle Clubs.
Cycling UK affiliated groups.
Bicycle recycling centres.
Not for Profit organisations (ie registered charities, social enterprises, community interest companies, voluntary led groups).
Training organisations.
Mobile mechanics.
Local authorities.
Independent bike shops with a community interest (not franchises or chains).
Applicants must provide an organisational or business bank account.
Organisations that are providing cycling activities regularly as their main activities or as a primary income must have a public liability insurance policy and must be able to provide Cycling UK with a valid copy of the policy when requested.
