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We are currently unable to accept requests for bikes outside Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Due to the high demand for bikes, where possible, we try to prioritise those with the greatest level of need such as asylum seekers, those who are destitute, unaccompanied young people, and refugees who are not in employment and on low incomes.

We have a limited supply of free bikes. If you have the financial means to purchase a bicycle (we can advise) it would be very helpful to us and other refugees/asylum seekers if you were not to request a free bicycle at this time.

We are unable to provide bicycles directly to people supported within ‘shared’ accommodation such as hotels. Please do not request a bike if you live in a hotel. We are in discussions with shared accommodation providers to make arrangements for access to shared bike schemes.

Please complete our request a bike form if you are eligible for a bike. As well as providing you with a free bike we will also provide you with a free New Scots Welcome Pack containing a free bike helmet, lock and lights.

We can also help you to access cycling support if you do not feel confident cycling on Scottish roads and paths.

 
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We will get a bike to you as quickly as we can.

  • We are a small charity with a big demand for free bikes and many people on our waiting list

  • We prioritise people in Glasgow and Edinburgh, and those with the greatest level of need and economic disadvantage

  • We are unable to provide free bicycles directly to those supported in shared accommodation such as hotels

  • We will contact you as soon as a bike becomes available

Thank you for your patience.

Background

Current

waiting times for a bike in Glasgow are:

9+ months

Request a Bike Form

How do I get a bike?

PLEASE NOTE- we are currently not able to accept requests for bikes outwith Glasgow and Edinburgh.

We have a limited supply of free bikes. If you have the financial means to purchase a bicycle (we can advise) it would be very helpful to us and other refugees/asylum seekers if you were not to request a free bicycle at this time.

We are unable to provide bicycles directly to people supported within ‘shared’ accommodation such as hotels. We are in discussions with hotels to make arrangements for people to access shared bike schemes.

Please complete this form with requested details if you are eligible for a bike. Once submitted you will be added to our waiting list. Please do not complete the form more than once.

When we have a bike ready we will contact you directly to arrange a time to collect your bike/s. We are unable to contact you at any other time.

We will also provide you with a free New Scots Welcome Pack containing a free bike helmet, lock and lights.

We may ask you for ID and proof of your refugee status when you collect your bike.

We have many people waiting for bikes and a long waiting list. In Glasgow waiting times are currently 9+ months. We will try and get a bike to you as quickly as we can. Thanks for your patience.

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Date of birth
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Name for 3rd bicycle request
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Name for 4th bicycle request
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Name for 5th bicycle request
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Name for 6th bicycle request
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