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17 Oct 2025

A shocking 83% of independent retailers say theft has worsened over the past year, whilst the vast majority of crimes now go unreported due to lack of police response, according to ACT parent...

14 Oct 2025

ACT member Cyclo Monster has been recognised by local media for its commitment to keeping Derby’s cycling scene independent, community-focused and thriving.

10 Oct 2025

Cycling experts have shared their top tips in a new Guardian feature revealing how simple maintenance habits can extend the life of a bike and save riders from costly repairs.

9 Oct 2025

More people cycled than drove during a rush hour morning in Glasgow, according to new traffic data from Cycling Scotland.

2 Oct 2025

More than one in four Londoners say they are now more likely to consider cycling following Tube strikes in the capital in September, with many using e-bikes for transportation during the...

2 Oct 2025

The British Transport Police (BTP) has confirmed it will not investigate thefts of bicycles left outside train stations if the bike has been unattended for more than two hours, a policy critics...

1 Oct 2025

The Government is preparing to introduce new offences for cyclists who cause death or serious injury through dangerous or careless riding, with penalties brought in line with those faced by...

30 Sep 2025

Families took to the streets of Brighton and Hove for a mass bike ride to support a call  for safer, connected cycle routes and encouraging more people to take up cycling.

29 Sep 2025

Bira has welcomed the Government's announcement of a £5 billion Pride in Place programme, saying it will provide the kind of support high street businesses need to thrive.

24 Sep 2025

An independent Scottish cycling retailer is celebrating 20 years in business this month with a prize draw and ‘celebratory cupcakes’ during an event at the shop.

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Show us your support for Local Bike Shop Day by sending in your retailer pack photos

Posted on in Cycles News

Send in LBSDayyour shop photos featuring the Local Bike Shop Day window sticker, posters and flyers to be posted on the social media channels. 

Local Bike Shop Day is all about celebrating the community and culture that is independent bike shops, giving specialist IBDs the chance to highlight what makes their shop stand out, why consumers should shop local and what sets them apart from bigger national retailers.
Local Bike Shop Day opens its doors to everyone, from experienced riders to first-timers, females and children.

Today, it is so important for communities to work together to put the indie shops back at the heart of the UK's towns and cities and this is what Local Bike Shop Day is aiming to do.

It's not too late to sign up! If you haven't already sone so, click the button below to sign up now. For ideas about how you can get involved visit our page here.
 
 


Have you received your Local Bike Shop Day promo pack?

All shops that signed up for Local Bike Shop Day before 1st August were sent out a free promo pack in the mail sponsored by Cyclescheme, which included a window sticker, a poster a retailer flyer and a stack of consumer flyers.

We'd love to see your support for the campaign; send in your shop photos featuring the Local Bike Shop Day window sticker and/or poster to be posted on the Local Bike Shop Day and ACT social media channels! Email your photos into info@localbikeshopday.co.uk.



 

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