Is your old bicycle gathering dust in a corner, muttering, “Remember me?” It’s time to give it a starring role in the Chichester Bike Project’s real-life superhero story. Because nothing says “hero” like a rusty chain and squeaky brakes that get a second chance.
1. Donating Bikes = Saving the Planet (and Could Be Your Bike’s Redemption Arc)
When you donate a pre‑loved bike, you’re not just clearing space – you’re launching your two-wheeled friend into a new adventure. Each donation helps reduce landfill and supports affordable, eco-friendly travel for locals. It’s recycling with purpose.
2. Bikes Donated = Bikes Refurbished with Soul
Volunteers and project participants lovingly refurbish each bike. Whether it’s a commuter bike or a kids’ tricycle, they handle every save‑the‑bike mission with passion. These refurbished bikes are then either sold at budget-friendly prices or gifted through their Earn‑a‑Bike programme. That’s right—brake cables today, life skills tomorrow.
3. A Bike Donation Isn’t Just a Donation—It’s a Plot Twist
Your bike’s life story doesn’t end with rust. Once inside the workshop, it joins Fix‑a‑Bike sessions or becomes part of the after-school youth programme. And if it’s repairable but unloved, volunteers will lovingly coax it back to life.
4. How to Donate Without Causing Neighbourhood Drama
Don’t sneak your bike over the fence at midnight! Instead, email hello@chichesterbikeproject.com with a few photos. They’ll let you know if your retired road bike is fit for rehabilitation. Then drop it off Tuesday to Saturday between 9:30 am and 5 pm!
5. Benefits So Good, Even Your Bike Will Give You a High‑Five
| Benefit | Why It’s Fabulous |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | Keeps bikes out of landfill and encourages reuse. |
| Community uplift | Donations fuel workshops, earnings, and empowerment. |
| Skill-building | Participants learn mechanics—grease and smiles included. |
| Recharge your karma | Doing good has never been so easy. |
6. Real Impact: It’s More Than Just Bicycles
These refurbished bikes empower local folks to get around affordably. They support healthier living, improved confidence, and path to employment. Young people aged 8–18 even join the After‑School Bikes programme – absolutely free!
Your Bike Needs Closure
Your bike wants closure. It’s tired of being a prop in the attic. It’s begging for sunlight, pavement, and—dare we say—adrenaline. Let it retire with dignity: donate today, and let it embark on a last heroic mission.
Email: hello@chichesterbikeproject.com
Phone: +44 1243 973040
Location: Longacre House, Longacre Way, Shopwykes Lakes, Chichester, PO20 2JG
Final Thoughts
If your bike could talk, it would say: “Seriously, help me out here.” So do it a favour—donate that old ride to the Chichester Bike Project. It’s good for the planet, community, and your karma. Plus – it’s hilarious to say you donated a bike with a personality.
Pedal on, dear donor.