A community cycle parking scheme has been launched in Cambridgeshire this week to encourage organisations to apply for free cycle parking.

Community groups, voluntary sector organisations, charities, surgeries and places of worship can all apply for up to two new cycle parking stands. Each stand holds two bikes neatly and securely. The recipient is responsible for installing them on their own premises in a location agreed with the scheme organiser.

The community cycle parking scheme is being led by Cambridgeshire County Council, and is being run by a social enterprise called ParkThatBike.

Peter Andrews, from ParkThatBike, said:

This is a simple, cost-effective initiative to combat cycle theft and to make cycling easier and more convenient. We’re particularly keen to see applications from not-for-profit organisations and good causes who would otherwise struggle to afford the cost of providing cycle parking.

To apply for a pair of cycle stands visit the website www.parkthatbike.info and download an application form, or phone 01594 564 344. Only a limited number of stands are available – so it’s first come, first served!