Wheel-y Good Folkestone Bicycle Parking Trial

Secure bicycle parking facilities have been installed for residents of a Folkestone street.

Those living in Clifton Crescent can now take advantage of two new lockable bike hangars introduced as part of a one-year trial. Once signed up, they are guaranteed a bicycle space at all times and will get their own key.

Each provides six cycle parking spaces and are managed by Cyclehoop.

The project has been led by Kent County Council (KCC) with the full support and co-operation of Folkestone & Hythe District Council.

Cllr Polly Blakemore, Cabinet Member for Transport, Regulatory Services and Building Control, said:

"Having received multiple requests for secure bicycle parking facilities from Clifton Crescent residents, I’m delighted with this latest initiative encouraging active and sustainable travel in the district."

Each of the bike hangars fit into the footprint of one parked car and, if the trial is successful, it is hoped they can be introduced in other parts of the district.

Usually costing £72 per bicycle per year, residents have been offered a subsidised rate of £36 by KCC’s Active Travel Intervention Team for the trial period. Details of how to sign up have been sent directly to those living in Clifton Crescent.