Bike Libraries
What is a 'bike library'?
Bike libraries are local hubs that will allow people to borrow a bicycle, like a book, to try out. They aim to boost access to cycles and give people a chance to give cycling a go.
Bike libraries are generally based in the heart of a community, within easy reach by foot, in places such as community centres, schools, village halls or local business premises.
Our bike libraries support similar schemes that are available in Greater Manchester, helping create local hubs where bikes are donated, fixed up and used.
Bike libraries do accept donations of bikes. If you have a bike you no longer use and would like to donate then please contact your local bike library to discuss arranging this.
Want to start your own bike library?
Not-for-profit organisations can now apply for a grant of up to £5,000 to start a new bike library or grow an existing one.
To apply, complete the application form and send to active.travel@tfgm.com. Please also read the guidance notes document before completing the application form.
Applications close on Friday 2 June 2023.
If you have any questions, send and email to active.travel@tfgm.com.
Download the application form
Download the guidance notes
How do I use a bike library?
GM’s bike libraries are grassroot community projects, please contact your nearest from our list below for details on how to register and arrange a loan.
Find your nearest bike library
Contact your nearest library
Agree terms with bike library and get riding!
Borrow a bike today
There are a number of bike libraries that are now live across Greater Manchester. Get in touch with your nearest library today and get riding.
Bolton
Blackrod Sports and Community Centre, Bolton, BL6. Click here to find out more.
Bolton Bike Library, Bolton, BL3. Click here to find out more.
Bury
Clarence Park Bike Library, Bury, BL9. Click here to find out more.
Radcliffe Bike Library, Bury, M26. Click here to find out more.
Openshaw Park Bike Library, Bury, BL9. Click here to find out more.
Manchester
Arcadia Bike Library, Manchester, M19. Click here to find out more.
Chorlton Bike Deliveries, Manchester, M21. Click here to find out more.
Communities for All, Manchester, M8. Click here to find out more.
Age UK, Manchester (Central), M12. Click here to find out more.
Age UK, Manchester (South), M22. Click here to find out more.
Harpurhey and Moston Bike Library, Manchester, M9. Click here to find out more.
Manchester Cycling Academy, Manchester, M16. Click here to find out more.
Nacro Bike Library, Manchester, M23. Click here to find out more.
Yaran Project, Manchester, M13. Click here to find out more.
Manchester Active (GLL) Moss Side, Manchester, M15. Click here to find out more.
Station South, Manchester, M19. Click here to find out more.
Oldham
Positive Cycles, Oldham, OL1. Click here to find out more.
Ghazali Trust, Oldham OL4. Click here to find out more.
Rochdale
Hope Citadel Healthcare CIC, Rochdale, OL11. Click here to find out more.
Stockport
Dirt Factory, Stockport, SK6. Click here to find out more.
Community Active Stockport CIC, Stockport, SK6 7DH. (More information coming soon)
Tameside
Haughton Green Community Centre, M34. Click here to find out more.
Trafford
The Urban Fitness Collective (TufC), Trafford, M16. Click here to find out more.
Wigan
Leigh Bike Library, Leigh Sports Village, Leigh, WN7. Click here to find out more.
If you can’t find the information that you need on the bike library's website, then please contact the organisation directly.