Union Cycle Works

At the Union Cycle Works we believe that every bike should have a story. We make beautiful bespoke bikes for people and at the same time we work with disadvantaged people from diverse backgrounds. Based in an old railway arch, we are a not-for-profit co-operative cycling project in the heart of Deptford, South-East London. We are a community cycling space, running innovative cycling events and workshops for Deptford residents and the wider cycling community. Our work with disadvantaged people Core to our project is a focus on working with disadvantaged people. We believe cycling and cycle maintenance can be key in supporting individuals in developing personal, social and practical skills. We have been working with people from challenging backgrounds and with complex lives for the past 2 years and it has highlighted the value that cycling related activities can bring to individuals. Central to our work with disadvantaged individuals is our cycle maintenance courses. These ten week courses cover all key aspects of cycle maintenance and each participant will works on a recycled bike, stripping it down and re-building it and learning all the key skills to maintain their bike. Alongside this work we run innovative community events to promote the value of cycling and cycle maintenance. Margins homelessness project Union Cycle Works is an associated partner with The Margins Project, a homeless project based in North London. It has been running for 14 years, providing services and facilities for those homeless and in-crisis. The key strategy is training and skills development, working to support vulnerable guests to maintain sustainable lives away from the streets