Our inclusive cycling projects
Women’s cycling programme
Cycle Sisters offers free, drop-in learn to ride sessions and led rides for women only on the Andover Estate (N7). These sessions are perfect for complete begginners or more advanced riders looking to build their skills and confidence in a supportive, women-only environment. Bikes and helmets are provided, so all you need to bring is yourself.
You’ll find Cycle Sisters at the basketball courts on the Andover Estate every Tuesday during term-time, from April:
- Beginners drop-in session: 9:30-11:30
- Led rides: 12:00-14:00
These sessions are free for women who live, work or study in the borough of Islington.
For more information and to book led rides, please visit the Cycle Sisters website.
Silver Cycling
Bikeworks All Ability Club offers free drop-in cycling sessions at Highbury Fields, providing older riders with the chance to experience the enjoyment and freedom that cycling can bring. Sessions take place off-road in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Bikeworks provide a varied fleet of cycles, including standard two-wheelers and a range of specialist cycles, allowing people with different abilities to take part. Their friendly and experienced team will be on hand to help you find the cycle that suits you best.
You’ll find Bikeworks near the tennis courts at Highbury Fields on Mondays 10am – 12pm, from April.
These sessions are free for people who live, work or study in the borough of Islington. Booking is not required.
For more information, please visit the Bikeworks website.
All ability adapted cycling
Pedal Power offer weekly cycling sessions for people with disabilities, their family and carers, on a wide range of adapted cycles at the Emirates Podium and Finsbury Park.
These sessions are carer-friendly. Carers are invited to participate in sessions free of charge.
Local links
Here’s our list of local walking and cycling groups and other facilities. We are always looking to grow this resource, so if you know of a cycling or walking group or community service that should be added please email details (including the website’s URL) to: cycletraining@islington.gov.uk
Local cycling groups
Central London Cycling Touring Club
Local walking groups and walks
Islington Health and History Walks by Islington Guided Walks | Eventbrite
What’s On? – St Luke’s Community Centre
Please see our Walking page for routes and other walking resources: Find Your Islington | Walking in Islington
Cycle tracks and facilities
Bike shops
Cycle maintenance skills
Cycle maintenance classes – Islington Bikeability and cycle skills
Activities in Islington parks
Find Your Islington | Activities in Islington Parks
Other community-based support services