Month: May 2024

Redbridge Recycles are open again

We are often asked “where can I get a good second-hand bicycle”, or “what can I do with my old bike?” We are also aware that getting the bike that fits you is so important. This is one of the best local places to buy a second-hand bicycle to suit your needs.

The Salvation Army “Redbridge Recycles” run by volunteers has re-opened. This time it is in Chadwick Road IG1 1EQ. They welcome donations of old bikes/components and will re-fit them for sale to raise funds for their charity work. They are totally dependent on donations and volunteers so if you fancy offering to get involved pop in and see them when next in Ilford. Currently they are only open on Tuesday and Friday 10.00 to 14.00. They do not currently service or repair bikes. Perhaps with more volunteers they may be able to do so in the future.

Email Redbridge Recycles at ilford@salvationarmy.org.uk

Aldersbrook School Bicibus

On Friday morning, 26th April about 200 riders cycled to Aldersbrook School. The weather was kind and groups came from Warren Drive through Wanstead Park, from The Lake House estate to Northumberland Avenue and across Wanstead Flats from Forest Gate. Parents cycled with the youngest children and some of the older children cycled independently.

This event was to promote a national scheme to encourage groups to get together and organise group cycling to school. Read more about the initiative here.  RCC fully support this initiative as it offers a safe and sustainable way of travelling to and from school. Apart from the obvious reduction in school run car journeys, it encourages and supports child autonomy and promotes healthy habits.

Thumbs up to Aldersbrook School and Ride for their Lives who organised this event.