About Us

Companion Cycling is a scheme which enables people who are unable to ride "solo" cycles for whatever reason, to enjoy the pleasure of cycling with a companion in the delightful and traffic free surroundings of Bushy Park, adjacent to Hampton Court in South West London.

Anyone, whatever their ability or mobility, can become a cyclist using one of our special cycles and with the aid of a "pilot" who might be a carer, a friend, a family member or one of our volunteers.

A line up of our special cycles

Our wide variety of special cycles are carefully selected to enable people to ride whatever their ability. These range from side-by-side pedal cycles suited to those with good mobility but limited co-ordination, through to a wheelchair 'rickshaw' suited to riders with severe mobility problems. In addition we have a range of tricycles with added safety features, a tandem and various conventional bicycles for accompanying riders. Our volunteers will help you to choose the cycle which is most suited to your needs, and will familiarise new riders and pilots with the cycles and the routes around the park.

The scheme operates in Bushy Park out of “The Stockyard” Environmental Education Centre which is located off the A308 Between Hampton Court and Hampton (see how to find us and the location map). Apart from Comapnion Cycling there are a number of other activities that take place around the Stockyard and in the Bushy Park. We also have a delightful quiet picnic area next to our office and bike sheds so you can combine a cycle ride with a picnic.

Membership of the scheme is open to individuals, families and organisations (e.g. schools, day centres or clubs for people with disabilities). We can also arrange “one-off” visits for groups.

Companion Cycling is a non-profit scheme and is organised and run entirely by volunteers. We are always keen to involve more volunteers, so if you are interested in becoming a helper, then please contact us. As we have to fundraise to develop and maintain the scheme, donations are always welcome.