Posted: 30 July, 2026
Wheels for All was delighted to welcome Sarah Smith to its Hyndburn Hub on Wednesday 29 July, where she met with participants, volunteers and staff to learn more about the life-changing impact of inclusive cycling in the local community.
During her visit, Sarah spent the morning discovering how the Hub provides accessible cycling opportunities for disabled people and those with long-term health conditions of all ages and abilities. She spoke with participants about the difference inclusive cycling has made to their lives, met with volunteers who help deliver sessions each week, and even took the opportunity to try out a selection of adapted cycles herself.
Based at Wilson’s Playing Fields in Clayton Le Moors the Hub offers weekly inclusive cycling sessions to disabled people and those living with long-term health conditions so the visit highlighted the importance of ensuring everyone has the opportunity to experience the joy, freedom and independence that cycling can bring, regardless of ability.
Lucy Naylor, Regional Inclusive Cycling Co-ordinator for Cumbria and Lancashire at Wheels for All, said:
“It was fantastic to welcome Sarah to our Hyndburn Hub and give her the opportunity to see inclusive cycling in action. Visits like this are so valuable because they allow decision-makers to meet the people at the heart of our sessions and witness first-hand the positive impact inclusive cycling has on physical health, mental wellbeing and social connection. We were delighted that Sarah took the time to speak with our participants and volunteers, and even experience our adapted cycles for herself. We hope the visit helps raise awareness of the importance of making cycling accessible to everyone.”
Disabled people are significantly less likely to be physically active than the wider population, not because they lack motivation, but because accessible opportunities are often unavailable. Nationally, 76% of disabled people want to be more active, yet many face barriers including inaccessible facilities, a lack of specialist equipment and limited local provision.
Sarah’s visit provided an opportunity to see how Wheels for All is breaking down barriers to cycling by offering a wide range of adapted cycles in a welcoming and supportive environment. The charity’s inclusive cycling sessions enable people who may otherwise be unable to ride a standard bicycle to enjoy the many benefits of cycling, while building confidence, independence and friendships.
Wheels for All continues to work with local authorities, community organisations and supporters across the country to expand access to inclusive cycling, ensuring more people can experience the freedom of getting on a bike.
A growing national movement
Wheels for All is the UK’s leading inclusive cycling charity, working towards a future where every local authority in England has an inclusive cycling offer.
In 2025 the charity:
• Delivered 1,756 inclusive cycling sessions.
• Supported 5,118 participants.
• Recorded 27,499 attendances.
• Generated an estimated £22.5 million in social value.
The charity’s latest impact data shows:
• 73% improved or maintained their physical health.
• 81% improved their mental wellbeing.
• 74% increased confidence.
• 69% reduced loneliness and social isolation.
