Cycle to Work Day

Find out more about Cycle to Work Day 2025, what's going on, and how you can get involved.

Brighton & Hove’s Cycle to Work Day – 7 August 2025

This summer, join hundreds of people across Brighton & Hove in celebrating Cycle to Work Day on Thursday, 7 August 2025.

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just thinking about giving it a go, our Cycle to Work Day is the perfect opportunity to hop on your bike, enjoy the fresh air, and experience the many benefits of commuting on two wheels.

Why you should cycle to work

Cycling to work isn’t just good for your health – it’s great for your wallet, your wellbeing, and the planet. Here’s why more people are choosing pedal power:

Health and wellbeing

Boosts cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength

Reduces stress and improves mental health

Helps maintain a healthy weight and energy levels

Environmental impact

Zero emissions means cleaner air and a healthier planet

Reduces traffic congestion and noise pollution

Supports sustainable, low-carbon travel

Cost savings

Save on fuel, parking, and public transport fares

Lower maintenance costs compared to cars

Eligible for tax savings through the Cycle to Work scheme

Convenience and freedom

Avoid traffic jams and delays

Enjoy flexible travel times

Discover new routes and green spaces

How to get involved

  1. Pledge a ride to a family member, friend or colleague and cycle to work.
  2. Encourage your colleagues to take part – the more, the merrier.
  3. Share your ride on social media.
  4. Check your bike – make sure it’s road-ready with a quick safety check.
  5. Plan your route – explore quieter roads, cycle lanes, and scenic paths. Why not use the Brighton & Hove online map: Brighton and Hove Cycle Map. 

What’s going on

Win a cycle repair stand for your workplace

Take a photo of yourself and two work colleagues cycling into work on Cycle to Work Day, send it to transport.projects@brighton-hove.gov.uk for your chance to win one of two cycle repair stands for your workplace.

Bike Breakfasts

On Thursday 7 August, between 8am to 10:30am:

  • Carat’s Café is offering free coffee and pastries to people cycling into work - Bike Boom will also be attending to help with minor bike repairs or maintenance
  • Lost in the Lanes on Nile Street is offering free drinks and pastries to people cycling to work
  • Fika at The Sea Lanes on Madeira Drive is offering a free coffee and a flapjack to people cycling to work

To claim your free drink and snack, please mention Cycle to Work Day 2025.

Beryl BTN Cycle to Work Day Offer

Summer is the perfect time to change your routine and enjoy the journey, not just the destination. With longer days and warmer weather, we're encouraging Beryl riders to take the scenic route this Cycle to Work Day and ride more sustainably.

At Beryl, we're giving away 10 free minutes of riding on Thursday, 7 August. Riders just need to open the Beryl app or go to their inbox on the day to find their code and claim their reward.

And that’s not all, based on how users interact with the offer, we’ll be sending out some bonus rewards over the weekend, including another chance to claim 10 minutes free or a 10% discount on 100 Minute Bundles to keep them in the saddle.

If you don’t have the Beryl BTN app, you can download and register for the Beryl app.

Online cycle map

If you’re looking for the best cycle route, you can use our online cycle map, which has details of:

  • city cycle routes
  • Beryl Bike hubs
  • local amenities
  • attractions and places of interest

Support with cycling to work

Many employers offer a cycle to work scheme, which lets you buy a bike and accessories tax-free. Check with your HR or transport team to see which scheme your organisation is with and what’s available. You could get that ebike you’ve always wanted.

To find out more information about cycling in Brighton & Hove, visit our Cycling Organisations webpage.

You can find out information about:

  • clubs
  • facilities
  • bike and frame builders
  • cycling charities
  • cycle hire
  • cycle training providers
  • repair services
  • cycle tours
  • campaign groups
  • cycle shops
  • Beryl BTN Bikes

Let’s make 7 August 2025 the best Cycle to Work Day in Brighton & Hove yet. Whether it’s your first ride or your hundredth, every pedal counts toward a healthier, happier, and more sustainable future.