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Cycle hangars - trial scheme
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    Cycle hangars - trial scheme

    Cycle hangars - trial scheme

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    We have installed 15 cycle hangars across the pilot area as part of the trial scheme. The following streets were chosen through the feedback given by local people:

    Barton Hill

    • Avonvale Road
    • Ford Street
    • Holmes Street
    • Lancaster Street
    • Mildred Street
    • Salisbury Street (x2)
    • York Street

    Redfield

    • Verrier Road
    • Victoria Avenue / Witchell Road

    St George

    • Beaconsfield Road
    • Diamond Road
    • Hedwick Avenue
    • Northcote Road
    • Richmond Road

    Depending on funding and how the trial scheme goes, we hope to rollout more cycle hangars as part of the permanent scheme. 

     

    Cycle hangar frequently asked questions

    How were cycle hangar locations chosen?

    We used feedback from earlier stages in the project to suggest 15 locations for cycle hangars.

    In late 2023 and early 2024, we contacted all residents who live near the proposed hangars to get feedback about the location and have made changes as a result. 

    Please see how we listened to that feedback.


    How much does it cost to use a cycle hangar?

    £42.50 per year plus a one-time £25 key deposit. This pays for maintenance, upkeep and enforcement.


    How safe are cycle hangars?

    Cycle hangars offer a high level of security. 

    The hangars have Diamond accreditation from Sold Secure.

    We still recommend that you lock your bike within the cycle hangar.

     

    Do we offer insurance for bikes inside the hangar?

    No. Unfortunately, we cannot offer insurance for bikes in the hangars.


    How will using a cycle hangar impact my insurance?

    The impact of using a cycle hangar will depend on your policy. Please check with your provider if unsure.

    Under most policies, cycle hangars are categorised as an "outside of the home" location. This also means that home insurance policies usually won't cover your bike.


    Cycle hangars - you said we did

    Before installation, we door-knocked and sent out flyers to nearby residents to help gain feedback on the proposed cycle hangar locations.

    See how we made changes because of your feedback:


    Avonvale Road hangar: 

    • No actionable feedback was raised so no changes were made.


    Beaconsfield Road hangar:

    • You said - Proposed location too close to Church Road, would be more appropriate further south.
    • We did - Moved hangar further south, now proposed outside Whitebeam Court.


    Diamond Road hangar: 

    • No actionable feedback was raised so no changes were made.


    Ford Street hangar: 

    • No actionable feedback was raised so no changes were made.


    Hedwick Avenue hangar: 

    • No actionable feedback was raised so no changes were made.


    Holmes Street hangar:

    • You said - Alternative locations were suggested.
    • We did - We explored the alternative locations but were found not to be feasible.


    Lancaster Street hangar:

    • You said - More cycle parking needed in the area and high level of expressions of interest.
    • We did - Installed a hangar on Lancaster Street, in addition to one on York Street.


    Mildred Street hangar:

    • You said - Hangar proposed on wrong side of the street, should be on western side.
    • We did - Moved to western side of street.


    Northcote Road hangar:

    • You said - Concern road space was being wasted, request to move closer to double-yellow lines
    • We did - Moved the hangar closer to double-yellow lines


    Richmond Road hangar: 

    • No actionable feedback was raised so no changes were made.


    Salisbury Street hangar: 

    • No actionable feedback was raised so no changes were made.


    Verrier Road hangar:

    • You said - Hangar would be more suitable on Church Road.
    • We did - Explored locations on Church Road but was not suitable due to road safety concerns and potential removal of motorcycle bays.


    Victoria Avenue/Witchell Road:

    • You said - Concerned about damage to hangar from cars
    • We did - Bollards to be installed on eastern side of the hangar


    York Street hangar:

    • You said - High level of interest including on surrounding streets
    • We did - Installed additional hangar on Lancaster Street. Explored moving York Street hangar to a different street but no suitable locations nearby.



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