Essex Pedal Power launched in Basildon in May 2023, with funding to give away over 700 free high-quality bikes to residents, along with a helmet, lock, pump, and lights. Essex Pedal Power has now broadened its scope, transitioning from a free bicycle scheme to a community cycling engagement programme. Basildon residents can benefit from a range of cycling opportunities with Essex Pedal Power – including access to free cycle training, bike maintenance sessions, bike repairs and the opportunity to take part in social bike rides.
The EPP Basildon team work closely with local organisations to support people experiencing significant barriers to cycling, by providing them with bicycles and other services. Bikes are also available to staff living in Basildon and working for the Mid & South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.
Essex Pedal Power Basildon is a partnership of the Active Essex Local Delivery Pilot, Essex County Council, The Active Wellbeing Society, Basildon Borough Council, Sport England, London Marathon Foundation and the Mid & South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.
How to get involved
Essex Pedal Power in Basildon offer a range of cycling services and activities that are completely free for Basildon residents! This includes:
- Free bicycle repairs/ bike maintenance for anyone with a bicycle (child or adults)
- Free cycle training, including learn to ride and road confidence sessions
- Regular social bike rides, for beginners and intermediate level riders
- Provision of refurbished second-hand bikes (subject to availability)
- Volunteering opportunities
There are a number of ways to stay up-to-date with our activities:
If you are a Basildon resident, you can join our Facebook group: Essex Pedal Power Basildon Community. We use this group to share upcoming events including social bike rides and bike fix sessions. It’s also a space to connect with other cyclists in your local area.
We also regularly update our events calendar which can be viewed below. Reach out to us via email at [email protected] if you have any questions: