Aberdeen Bike Hub Breathing New Life into Old Wheels
The facility lets families find refurbished bikes while reducing waste.
The hum of tyres on tarmac is getting a fresh start in Aberdeen with the launch of a new Bike Hub inside the Reuse Shop at Hazlehead Recycling Centre. It’s a quietly practical idea: take bikes that might have been scrapped, refurbish them with the help of local mechanics, and put them back into the community for residents to enjoy.
Nine-year-old Phoebe captured the spirit of the project with her simple enthusiasm. “I got my bike two years ago from someone who outgrew it. I’m always riding it and it’s so much fun. I’m happy now that more kids in Aberdeen can get good, reused bikes.” Her words a reminder that the scheme isn’t simply about recycling, it’s about creating moments of joy and freedom.
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Supporting Reuse and Active Travel
The project also makes cycling more accessible, offering a sustainable and affordable option for residents, just in time for summer. Plans are already underway to expand the scheme with a second Bike Hub at the new recycling centre on Claymore Drive, Bridge of Don, later this year.
Councillor Ian Yuill highlighted the wider impact, explaining how projects like this support environmental goals and local jobs. “Reuse helps divert materials away from recycling and incineration. This helps to reduce carbon emissions and contributes to a circular economy, helping us meet our net zero goals, and supporting ‘green’ jobs in the repair and retail sectors.”
Sizing Up as They Grow
It’s no secret that kids outgrow bikes quickly, often needing a new size before a season is out. The hub offers a handy solution for those in-between stages, giving families a way to size up without the cost of buying new. A pre-loved bike that fits perfectly can make all the difference for a young rider.
The bikes, ranging from children’s models to adult rides, are given a full safety check by qualified mechanics from CycleHub.Org before being made available at the Hazlehead hub. It’s a straightforward process that keeps usable bikes out of landfills and gets more people on the road.
If you’ve got a bike gathering dust in a shed, the Hazlehead Reuse Shop is ready to give it a new lease of life and free up space for more bikes to find new homes.
