DCCT's Cycle Recycle scheme

Bondholder Derby County Community Trust has teamed up with fellow Bondholder the Derbyshire Institute of Sport and The Great British Children’s Challenge to provide bikes to families in need this winter.

Cycle Recycle is part of the club’s ‘Stay Safe. Stay Healthy. Stay Connected.’ initiative, which has been running since the beginning of the pandemic. The overall aim is to support fans and their families, particularly as the winter months approach.

Through Cycle Recycle, supporters will be able to provide much-needed means of transport to those who may be unable to buy a new bike.

This could enable adults to commute to new jobs or provide Christmas presents for children who may go without this year.

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Old bikes which are no longer in use can be donated on Thursday, October 29, at the Cycle Recycle donation point at Pride Park Stadium, from 5.30pm to 8pm. Adult and children’s bikes of all sizes are welcomed.

Volunteers from across Derby County Community Trust, the Derbyshire Institute of Sport and The Great British Children’s Challenge will then service the bike and get them back to road-worthy condition.

All refurbished bikes will then be distributed by the community trust’s inclusion team to individuals and families in time for Christmas.

Simon Carnall, the trust’s head of community, said: “This year, more than ever, we are aiming to provide more opportunities and resources for those who may be at a disadvantage as a result of the pandemic.

“Since April and the launch of the food donation hub at Pride Park Stadium we have been supporting our communities through the toughest times many of us have ever faced.

“Working with the Derbyshire Institute for Sport and The Great British Children’s Challenge to offer this service will provide a lifeline to many and allow them to commute, get to school or increase their physical activity.

“Every bike donated will make a real difference to those families we work with.”