Cycling is a good way to not only travel to the University but to explore Durham City and the surrounding area. It has many benefits including health, fitness, saves you money and reduces traffic and associated emissions on our roads. Even if you just walk your bike up the hills you will still get fitter and enjoy a clean, efficient, and more relaxed form of transport.

As part of our Estate Masterplan, the University recently (Summer 2021) invested over £6 million on a new infrastructure improvements project to assist safe movement for staff, students and visitors around our Estate with a new cycle and pedestrian route between our hill college residences and university buildings. 

Cycle storage

Cycle storage is available across the University Estate, located outside/adjacent to our buildings including shelters and cycle stands for staff, students and visitors.

Cycle to Work Scheme

The University has a cycle to work scheme which can be accessed through our internal employee benefits platform. Further details are available  find more information on our internal rewards hub.

Information on where to cycle in County Durham, whether you're a commuter, cycle for leisure or you're visiting the area is available on the Durham County Council's website. 

Durham County Council have also created 12 cycle maps including Durham City and the surrounding areas.

Did you know … regular cyclists have the health of an average person ten years younger! So why not consider taking up cycling today.

Why Cycle? 

According to Sustrans:

• Cycling is good for your mental health
• It’s an easy - and cheap - way to build physical activity into your daily routine
• Cycling to work can be quicker and easier than travelling by car
• It is the least polluting way of travelling after walking
• Ten bikes can be parked in the space of one car
• 2kg of carbon are saved for every short journey that is made using a bike instead of a car

Be Safe, Be Seen

This autumn, as winter draws, in each morning and evening will be become darker. Remember to stay safe when cycling, walking or running by following our tips.

• Install a white front light*
• Install a red back light*
• Wear bright, reflective clothing
• Use wheel and pedal reflectors

*Rule 60 of the Highway Code: “At night, your cycle MUST have white front and red rear lights lit. It MUST also be fitted with a red rear reflector (and amber pedal reflectors, if manufactured after 1/10/85)”

Take part in one of our cycling workshops or Dr Bike sessions to receive a free bike repair or to have your bike registered on the national police database. Follow us for full details of future events.