Hull has been unveiled as the country’s top location for the delivery of cycle training to children, according to new figures from The Bikeability Trust.
Between April 2024 and March 2025, 99% of Year 6 pupils in the city received either Level 1 and 2 or Level 2 Bikeability training (3,361 children, in total), putting Hull in top spot ahead of Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, Rutland County Council, Lancashire County Council, Plymouth City Council, North East Lincolnshire Council, Kirklees Council, North Lincolnshire Council, Wakefield Metropolitan District Council and Shropshire Council.
Since taking over full delivery of all Bikeability training in the city, Hull City Council has taken additional steps to reduce cancellations and increase participation and has also rolled out training to all primary schools in the city.
The council’s training providers, QTS and First Step Cycle, also run catch-up sessions for pupils and support those children in the city who are home educated.
Councillor Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure, said: “We are really proud to be number one in the country for delivering cycle training to children. It is a real achievement for our city.
“Teaching our young people this essential life skill is hugely important. Not only does Bikeability teach them how to cycle, but it also supports independence and builds social skills and a sense of wellbeing. Bikeability is also a key road safety initiative and underlines the council’s commitment to safer cycling, both now and in the future.
“Delivering Bikeability training in the city helps the council to achieve several priorities set out in our community plan, including creating a healthier and fairer Hull, developing safe and welcoming neighbourhoods and tackling the climate emergency.
“We have continuously maintained a strong position in the national rankings when it comes to cycle training, and we will continue to build on our success to ensure no child leaves school without the knowledge, confidence and opportunity to cycle.”
Emily Cherry, chief executive of The Bikeability Trust, said: “As we approach almost six million children trained, it’s clear we’re delivering on our mission to activate a nation of cyclists.
“We’d like to congratulate Hull City Council on achieving such an outstanding outcome in terms of Bikeability training and for maintaining such a consistent approach for many years.
“This year’s impact report shows how we’re increasing access to cycles for the one-in-four children who still don’t have their own, and inspiring children with skills and confidence for a lifetime.”
Check out The Bikeability Trust’s 2024/25 Impact Report – Beyond the School Gates
