Bikes for Refugees (Scotland)

Bikes for Refugees (Scotland) aims to support the resettlement of isolated and socio-economically disadvantaged New Scots through the upcycling and provision of free bicycles and the transformational power of cycling.

Bicycles provide a free and sustainable means of transportation to support access to essential services as well as an important way to meet new people, and to keep physically and mentally healthy.

We are the only dedicated organisation providing this unique support to refugees and asylum seekers in Scotland.

Bikes for Refugees (Scotland) is a registered Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation.

We have been distributing bikes since 2016.

We are much more than a bicycle project.

Access to bikes for New Scots can be transformational and liberating, supporting every aspect of people’s daily lives.

Alongside refurbishing and distributing free bikes, we also provide:

- Volunteering and training opportunities to New Scots and others
- New Scots Welcome Packs containing free bike accessories (helmet, lock, lights, tools) as well as essential information and signposting to other free community services and activities
- Community group support such as free community meals, bike fixing and buddying sessions, led rides and cycling skills.

We work with a wide range of community, statutory and private partners supporting the delivery of our activities.

We are passionate about climate action through the promotion of active and sustainable travel alongside the refurbishment of bicycles for New Scots.

We can’t do what we do without your support. Please support us by donating bikes or funds, or by fundraising or volunteering your time and skills. We welcome new partnerships and collaborations from across all sectors.