Getting started/cycle training

Free cycle training is a great way to build up your skill and confidence on London's roads.

All London's boroughs provide free or subsidised training. Follow the link on the right for more details.

The free London cycle maps are really useful for beginners too. Sticking to the coloured cycle routes helps you avoid busy roads, and find cycle lanes and traffic-free paths.

The maps are distributed by Transport for London and were developed using LCC's expert knowledge. They're available from the TfL website by following the link on the right.

There's lots more useful info on these Advice pages too, and more help is available from your LCC local group – such as escorted rides to work and maintenance classes – so don't hesitate to make your bike part of everyday life. 


What you'll need

What you'll need
You don't need much to start cycling in London, but here are a few tips on essentials and extras to get you on the road

Starting out

Starting out on your bike
Info on checking your bike is safe and right for you, starting out, and the next steps

Confidence and safety

Confidence and safety on the road
Advice on cycling on the road, including using cycle lanes, riding near parked cars and HGVs, and more

Advice

Practical advice
Advice on mapping a route and getting around - from cycling to work to doing the shopping

Cycle training

Cycle training
Cycle training is great for improving your skills and confidence, and many boroughs offer free or subsidised cycle training

Good cycling code

Good cycling code
Here are some tips on staying safe and enjoying your ride while showing consideration for other road users

CYCLING… GOOD FOR YOU, GOOD FOR LONDON!