Cycle hire

About Cycle hire

The Transport for London (TfL) cycle hire scheme has been operating in Wandsworth since December 2013. Docking stations are spread out across parts of Battersea, Wandsworth Town and Putney.

Bringing cycle hire to the borough is a central aim of our Travel Choices campaign and will give thousands of local people a new and exciting travel option.

We work with TfL to identify the best possible locations, especially around town centres and transport hubs. TfL must obtain planning permission for every docking station site. When identifying the best potential locations a range of issues are considered, including safety and the impacts on parking, pedestrians, local businesses and homes.

Santander Cycle Hire

For more information about Cycle Hire and locations within Wandsworth, visit Santander cycles, (Transport for London website).

Free cycle hire for children with disabilities

Wandsworth Council and Aiming High offer children and young people with disabilities or special educational needs free hire of a range of modified and adapted bikes, trikes and tandems at London Recumbents in Battersea Park.

Cycle hire is available to any child or young person aged 5-18 years, living in Wandsworth, who has any of the following:

• A WAND card
• A Statement of Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• A letter confirming they receive a Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
• A letter from a Doctor or medical practitioner confirming they have a recognised disability

Through the scheme disabled young people can:

• Receive one hour's free cycle hire of a range of modified and adaptive bikes, trikes and tandem bikes (you can have more than one session)
• Receive an additional one hour's free cycle hire for a parent, sibling, carer or friend
• Keep healthy by cycling; and
• Have fun in the outdoors with friends or family

If you have a WAND card:

• Bring this card with you. You don't need to fill in a form or bring any of the other documents that we ask for as proof

If you do not have a WAND card: 

• Download and print a form.  Bring the form with you for your first hire, together with one of the documents listed under the "who's it for" heading.

To receive your free bike hire, please present photo ID as a deposit.

Cyclists should wear comfortable clothing, closed-in shoes and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Contact details

• Phone 020 7228 6843
• Email recumbents@aol.com
• London recumbents website

Try Before You Bike

Try Before You Bike is a simple, flexible and affordable way to start cycling – ideal for beginners or anyone who needs a little extra support to get started.

Your bike comes fully equipped with a lock and lights, plus optional extras such as child seats or panniers. Theft and damage cover is included, and the bike is delivered free to your door, ready to ride.

You can return your bike anytime after the first month and we’ll collect it for free. If you decide to keep your bike, you can purchase it at any time, with the price reducing over time.

Choose from a wide range of bikes, including pedal, electric, and cargo options.

• Flexible and affordable – No deposit, return anytime after the first month
• All-inclusive – Bike, accessories, and insurance cover included
• Free delivery and collection – Straight to your door
• Wide choice – Hybrid, folding, e-bikes, and cargo bikes
• Training support – Free local cycle training (provided by us where applicable)

Visit Try Before You Bike to get started. 

Wheels4Me London

Wheels4Me London is a ground-breaking scheme offering FREE cycle loans for Londoners whose needs aren't met by most standard bicycle hire schemes.

The project is a collaboration between Wheels For Wellbeing, Peddle My Wheels and Sustrans funded by the Motability Foundation.

Wheels4Me offers:

• Telephone consultations on what cycle is right for you
• Free month-long adapted cycle loans 
• Delivery of the cycle to users at their home
• A cycle training session at the time of delivery
• Insurance against theft or damage of the cycle
• Collection when the loan is complete
• Signposting and information about all aspects of inclusive cycling

Find out more about Wheels4Me London.

Contact

Address:

Battersea Park, 
Carriage Drive North, 
Battersea 
SW11 4NJ 

London Recumbents Battersea Park Centre.

Next to Millennium Arena (Chelsea Bridge entrance, Queenstown Road)