Better Bike Facilities Are Coming To Northern Railway Stations

Northern is introducing changes to bicycle storage facilities at several stations across its network.

The move will see older and redundant provisions replaced with new alternatives that include free bike racks, short-term storage lockers and long-term rental units.

It follows a review by the train operator of bicycle storage at its stations.

The new measures are being introduced at seven locations on the network, including:

· Carnforth in Lancashire.

· Cheadle Hulme, Hazel Grove, Lostock Parkway and Romiley in Greater Manchester.

· Guiseley and Kirkstall Forge in West Yorkshire.

Alex Hornby, Commercial and Customer Director at Northern, said: “This is great news for our customers that ‘bike it’ to the station at these locations.

“We know that excellent facilities are important for customers who want to pedal and park, whether they’re using their bikes for fitness, convenience or simply for their own enjoyment – and of course, we’re keen to promote cycling to our stations, which in turn keeps cars off the roads.

“The fact there is a choice of free bike racks, short term lockers for hire and long-term rental units means bicycle users can pick the option that works for them.”

In 2024, Northern published a list of some of the best cycle routes from its stations across the North of England, and the operator has recently partnered with komoot to promote scenic cycling and walking trails across Northumberland and the Peak District.