Cycle storage

Cycle storage is a safe facility to lock a bike for a longer duration, including overnight and should be secure.

Considerations

Covered: provides protection from the weather

Secure: provides protection from theft and vandalism

Safe: people do not feel vulnerable or at risk when using the facility

Convenient: is located within the home or building or if it is an external facility it is located at or near the entrance.

Accessible: can be easily accessed and does not require users to carry or lift bikes, navigate stairs or other obstacles.

Inclusive: considers the differing needs of potential users.

Storage types

Walk-in cycle storage

Large walk-in cycle storage facilities provide secure cycle storage for a large number of bikes and are often the most cost-effective solution where secure storage for over 10 bikes is required.
Where storage for over 20 bikes is required we recommend using two-tier bike racks. Large walk-in facilities are ideal for large employers or residential properties such as high rise flats.

Cycle Hangar

There are many companies that produce hangar style cycle storage. These typically store up to six bikes and are supplied prebuilt.
These are commonly used for on-street cycle storage schemes, residential cycle storage and small to medium employers where space is available. These can be provided with charging facilities.

Lockers

Cycle lockers provide secure storage for one or two bikes and are suitable for domestic cycle storage or small employers where internal storage space is not available.

Internal cycle storage

Where space is available internal cycle storage is the preferred cycle storage solution as it is often the most secure and convenient cycle storage solution for users.

Supplier contacts

This represents a non-exhaustive list of frequently used suppliers by Cycling Friendly organisations. Accurate as of August 2025*. For Further information please contact us.

*Any supplier wishing to be added to the list can get in touch.