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Cargo bike trials launched in Willesden Green in the peddle up to Bike Week

Cargo bike trials launched in Willesden Green in the peddle up to Bike Week

25 May 2022

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Businesses in Willesden Green have committed to swap gas-guzzling deliveries by car and van, to eco-friendly cargo bikes as part of a free local trial.

The launch of this scheme is part of the many initiatives taking place in Brent for Bike Week 2022 (2-6 June), and aims to promote the benefits of cycling for health, wellbeing and to protect the planet. 

The free cargo bike scheme is available to businesses, community organisations, non-profits and charities in the Willesden Green area who wish to reduce their carbon footprint and improve local air quality.

This service, which is provided by eStreet Services, is available to book via an online platform, with a set number of FREE hours available for businesses to use as part of the scheme. The cargo bike delivery service (which involves a bike and rider) aims to highlight the ease of switching to cargo bikes for deliveries, ultimately reducing local air pollution and saving costs for local businesses.

The cargo bike scheme forms part of the Defra-funded Clean Air Villages 4 (CAV4) programme, with partners Cross River Partnership  and cargo bike provider eStreet Services.

You can book free zero-emission deliveries on the eStreet Service’s booking website or email Fiona Coull for more information. 

“

Cargo bike trials have been really popular with local businesses. This is our second trial in Brent, as we continue to explore innovative ways to reduce air pollution and cut carbon emissions

”
Cllr Krupa Sheth,
Cabinet Member for Environment

“We are launching these trails in the lead up to Bike Week, and are working with our partners to offer opportunities to make riding a bike accessible and enjoyable for everyone. There are plenty of excellent health benefits to cycling, not to mention helping us on our journey to reach net zero carbon emission by 2030.” 

To get involved in Bike Week, here are some events taking place, but do keep an eye on our website and social media for the latest activities taking place near you.
Bike Week in Brent 2022:

Cycletastic’s Bike Shed

  • Saturday 4 June: 1.30pm – 4pm at Cycletastic Shed, Streatley Road, NW6
  • Drop-in for a bike DIY service or for basic bike repairs.


Ride to Queens Park via Little Venice

  • Wednesday 8 June: 10am – 12.30pm
  • JoyRiders will take you on a guided women-only bike ride. Meet at Granville Centre NW6 to Buckingham Palace. Sign up on the Eventbrite website


Try Before You Bike

The flexible, affordable, supportive bike scheme. Try out a new or nearly new bike for a monthly fee from £10 for kids, £20 for adults. You can also try Cargo Bikes with this scheme. Fees refunded if you buy the bike. For more information visit the PeddleMyWheels website.


Free cycle training session

Whether you're a first-time rider or a regular cyclist looking to improve your skills, we provide free tailored cycling courses to suit your individual abilities and goals. 

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