British Cycling expands community outreach through social impact day

British Cycling has once again held its Social Impact Day, with around 270 riders and staff members taking part in community initiatives across the UK.

A total of 42 riders and 230 employees volunteered at 37 community organisations, supporting a diverse range of projects. Activities included cycling-focused initiatives with organisations such as Manchester Bike Kitchen, as well as volunteering with charities and community groups including Plastic Free Communities in Saltburn-by-the-Sea.

Tracy Power, Managing Director of the British Cycling Foundation, said: “To see the dedication shown by everyone at British Cycling to this second Social Impact Day is very special indeed. Last year’s inaugural event was record-breaking and demonstrated our commitment to creating positive social impact by tackling inequalities and supporting communities across the country.”

Since Social Impact Day 2025, social impact initiatives have become increasingly embedded within the Great Britain Cycling Team programme, from rider induction through to dedicated projects such as Lloyds Pedal with Purpose. Over the past 12 months, 62% of riders have participated in social impact activities, completing 180 initiatives and positively impacting more than 700 people across the UK.

British Cycling has also expanded its community outreach through projects such as Movember: Ahead of the Game, which has seen six riders trained as mental health first aiders to deliver support sessions for schools, clubs, parents and coaches.

One of the highlights of last year’s Social Impact Day saw Great Britain Cycling Team riders Beth Shriever, Emily Hutt and Jenny Holl join the Chorlton Bike Train alongside pupils from Chorlton Park Primary School. The initiative has continued to grow over the past year, with more than 75 riders taking part as British Cycling returned to support students once again.

As part of this year’s Social Impact Day, riders and staff also visited Manchester Bike Kitchen, a new British Cycling Foundation partner and a key operator within the Lloyds ReCycle Hubs initiative. The community-led programme aims to improve access to bicycles and tackle inequalities by providing affordable cycling opportunities at locations across the UK.