Inclusive cycling for all

We believe cycling should be accessible to everyone. Whether you’re looking to ride yourself, support someone else to ride, or want to learn more about inclusive cycling - we’re here to help!

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Cycling for people of all ages, abilities and confidence levels

Whether you’re learning for the first time, returning to cycling or exploring new ways to stay active, Cycle Derby's inclusive cycling programme supports children and adults to enjoy cycling in a way that works for them.

With a fleet of adapted cycles and experienced coaches, we help people build confidence, improve mobility, support rehabilitation and experience the freedom and enjoyment that cycling can bring. Cycling can also support independence, physical activity, social connection and wellbeing.

Based at Markeaton Park, our sessions and cycle hire take place on the park’s accessible cycle route, providing a safe, traffic-free space that works well for adapted cycles, wheelchairs and riders building confidence.

Click here to see photos and details of some of our adapted cycles.

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Who we support

We support individuals wanting to try adapted cycles, children and young people with disabilities or additional needs, adults living with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and people returning to activity after illness or injury.

We also work with schools, SEND settings, community organisations, health and rehabilitation teams, and education providers (including colleges and universities).

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Hire an adapted cycle

Want to enjoy cycling at your own pace?

Our adapted cycles are available to hire for £10 per session at Markeaton Park, giving individuals, families and carers the chance to ride in a safe and accessible environment.

We also have standard bikes available, so friends, family members or support workers can ride alongside.

Get in touch to find out our current session availability and to discuss which cycle might be right for you - we’re happy to help if you’re unsure.

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One-to-one cycling support

Our personalised one-to-one sessions are designed around the individual.

Whether you’re building confidence, returning to cycling after illness or injury, or finding the right adapted cycle for your needs, our experienced coaches will support you at your own pace.

Your first introductory session is free and gives you the opportunity to explore our adapted cycle fleet and find the cycle that feels right for you.

Following this, you can either book adapted cycle hire sessions to ride independently around Markeaton Park or arrange further one-to-one coaching sessions with a Cycle Derby coach.

Additional one-to-one coaching sessions cost £25 per hour.

Get in touch to discuss session availability and the best option for your needs.

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Group bookings

Looking to organise an inclusive cycling session for your group?

Whether your group is looking to try adapted cycles for the first time or simply enjoy being active together, we can create a session at Markeaton Park to suit your needs.

Group sessions can support up to six riders and are tailored to your group’s needs, session length and the type of visit required.

Get in touch to discuss your plans.

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Inclusive cycling for schools

We work with mainstream and specialist schools to deliver cycling sessions for children and young people. We can provide adapted cycles to meet a wide range of needs.

Sessions can be tailored to support physical education, confidence-building, coordination, independence and fun!

We can deliver sessions at schools or at Markeaton Park and we'll shape sessions to your needs.

Contact us to discuss options, availability and pricing.

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Professional visits and learning

We welcome professionals, students and organisations who want to learn more about adapted cycling and inclusive cycling provision.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, support worker, lecturer, student group or community organisation, we can arrange visits at Markeaton Park for you to explore our adapted cycle fleet and understand how inclusive cycling supports mobility and rehabilitation.

Visits are tailored to your needs, with pricing based on the group size, format and focus of the visit. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and receive a personalised quote.

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Adapted cycles for all ages and abilities

We pride ourselves in the diversity of our adapted cycle fleet, offering a range of options to support different needs, abilities and riding goals.

From trikes and side-by-side cycles to handcycles and wheelchair-accessible options, we can help find the right cycle for each rider.

Click here to see photos and details of some of our adapted cycles.

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Testimonials

Pippa

I'm a 43 year old wheelchair user who has cerebral palsy, which effects all four limbs…I met Cycle Derby who invited me to an open day where I tried both the hand-crank and the tandem bikes. To my amazement, I found that not only could I balance on the saddle of the tandem bike - I could pedal it too! I can now cycle up to 6k!

Pippa, Tamworth

Testimonials

Pippa

I'm a 43 year old wheelchair user who has cerebral palsy, which effects all four limbs…I met Cycle Derby who invited me to an open day where I tried both the hand-crank and the tandem bikes. To my amazement, I found that not only could I balance on the saddle of the tandem bike - I could pedal it too! I can now cycle up to 6k!

Pippa, Tamworth

Case Study

Rediscovering a love of cycling

My name is Pippa and I'm a 43 year old wheelchair user who has cerebral palsy, which effects all four limbs. I have always been outward going and have never let my disability get in my way.

I have always liked cycling but when I was a child, they didn't have the range of adapted bikes to suit my disability. What they did have was unstable and I kept on falling off.

About 15 years ago, I started going to the Calvert Trust, which is an outward-bound centre for disabled people. I found that I could manage the hand-crank bike (hand cycles) really well. On my most recent visit there, back in March of this year, I saw that they had a tandem bike that I maybe able to pedal. Even though there was not time for me to have a go on it, it made me realise how much I wanted to take cycling up as a hobby.

I did some research on the internet into adaptive cycling near me and that is when I found Cycle Derby. They invited me to an open day back in July, in Markeaton Park in Derby and I tried both the hand-crank and the tandem bikes. To my amazement, I found that not only could I balance on the saddle of the tandem bike - I could pedal it too!

I travel from Tamworth to Markeaton Park every Tuesday for my weekly bike ride and Christine comes with me on the rides to monitor my progress and at the moment, I can cycle up to 6k. What makes it more special, is one of my most inspirational friends Diana Higman, who is a transplant double-gold medallist and lives round the corner from Markeaton Park joins me most weeks.

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