About us

8 volunteers and passengers around 2 trishaws. They are at a fair, everyone is in fancy dress and there are lots of people and bunting in the background.

Who we are

We are part of Cycling Without Age, a global non-profit movement founded in Copenhagen in 2012. Our mission is to bring joy, connection, and adventure to people of all ages and abilities.

Across England & Wales, local Cycling Without Age chapters are run by dedicated volunteers. Each chapter has its own unique identity, but together, we are making a difference—one ride at a time.

A volunteer and 2 older women on a trishaw in a car park, grinning at the camera.

What we do

Our volunteer pilots take passengers on trishaw cycle rides, giving them a chance to feel the wind in their hair, share stories, and reconnect with their community. Our trishaws are three-wheeled cycles with a passenger cab at the front and electric assist, making the rides smooth and accessible for all.

Our rides are:

  • Comfortable – Designed for a relaxed, enjoyable experience.
  • Inclusive – Welcoming people of all ages and abilities.
  • Completely free – Ensuring no one is left behind.

By slowing down and embracing the journey, we help people experience their surroundings in a new and meaningful way.

Two people on a trishaw on the seaside of Porthcawl

How We Make a Difference

Our work is guided by five core principles:

  1. Generosity – Volunteering time to bring joy to others.
  2. Slowness – Embracing the journey, not just the destination.
  3. Storytelling – Sharing experiences and life stories.
  4. Relationships – Creating new friendships across generations and communities.
  5. Without Age – Ensuring everyone can participate, no matter their age or ability.

Trishaw rides might seem simple, but they bring communities together, improve well-being, and help build a more inclusive world—one ride at a time.

Find out more about the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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Pedalling towards a better future

In 2015, the United Nations introduced 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to tackle global challenges like inequality, climate change, and well-being. At Cycling Without Age England, our work aligns closely with three key SDGs:

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Good Health & Well-Being

Our rides promote mental health and well-being by reducing loneliness and fostering joy. Passengers and pilots form meaningful connections, boosting social and emotional well-being.

Graphic image showing sustainable development goal 10 - Reduced inequalities

Reduced Inequalities

We create inclusive communities, ensuring people of all ages and abilities can participate. Trishaw rides give older adults and those with mobility challenges the chance to reconnect with society.

Graphic image showing sustainable development goal 11 - Sustainable cities and communities

Sustainable Cities & Communities

We provide safe, accessible, and sustainable transport for older people and those with limited mobility. By encouraging slow travel, we help create age-friendly cities that value social connection.

Find out how it all started in Copenhagen

Founder Ole Kassow talks about Cycling without Age in this 4 minute Youtube video.