The Bike Station
@thebikestation.bsky.social
Charity organisation in Edinburgh & Perth
♻️ Refurbishing used bikes at affordable costs
🚴♂️ Maintenance & Cycling classes
🌱 Wee Bike Library
🪴 Sustainable Transport
♻️ Refurbishing used bikes at affordable costs
🚴♂️ Maintenance & Cycling classes
🌱 Wee Bike Library
🪴 Sustainable Transport
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Refurbished Bikes | Cycling Charity | The Bike Station | Scotland
The Bike Station is a charity bike shop selling refurbished bikes, offering training and reinvesting into local community programmes across Edinburgh and Perth.
www.thebikestation.org.uk
Hello BlueSky! We're The Bike Station, a charity in Edinburgh and Perth working to make Scotland the best place in the world to cycle.
We're #MoreThanJustABikeShop, changing lives through our community programmes like Shifting Gears and Wee Bike Library.
Find out more at www.thebikestation.org.uk
We're #MoreThanJustABikeShop, changing lives through our community programmes like Shifting Gears and Wee Bike Library.
Find out more at www.thebikestation.org.uk
Autumn = rain, leaves, and bike squeaks. 🍂
Book a seasonal check-up and keep your ride running smooth — whatever the weather.
👉 buff.ly/BdXYLXU
#AutumnCycling #BikeMaintenance #KeepRiding
Book a seasonal check-up and keep your ride running smooth — whatever the weather.
👉 buff.ly/BdXYLXU
#AutumnCycling #BikeMaintenance #KeepRiding
October 13, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Autumn = rain, leaves, and bike squeaks. 🍂
Book a seasonal check-up and keep your ride running smooth — whatever the weather.
👉 buff.ly/BdXYLXU
#AutumnCycling #BikeMaintenance #KeepRiding
Book a seasonal check-up and keep your ride running smooth — whatever the weather.
👉 buff.ly/BdXYLXU
#AutumnCycling #BikeMaintenance #KeepRiding
In 2024, our mechanics repaired 800+ bikes — keeping more wheels spinning and less waste in landfill. 🌍
Repairing isn’t just fixing bikes. It’s looking after ourplanet.
buff.ly/BdXYLXU
#CircularEconomy #RepairCulture #Sustainability
Repairing isn’t just fixing bikes. It’s looking after ourplanet.
buff.ly/BdXYLXU
#CircularEconomy #RepairCulture #Sustainability
Repairs & Servicing | The Bike Station | Scotland
We offer a huge variety of repair services for your bike. If you need your bike repaired, please complete the Edinburgh contact form below if you intend to bring your bike to our Edinburgh branch, or…
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October 11, 2025 at 1:42 PM
In 2024, our mechanics repaired 800+ bikes — keeping more wheels spinning and less waste in landfill. 🌍
Repairing isn’t just fixing bikes. It’s looking after ourplanet.
buff.ly/BdXYLXU
#CircularEconomy #RepairCulture #Sustainability
Repairing isn’t just fixing bikes. It’s looking after ourplanet.
buff.ly/BdXYLXU
#CircularEconomy #RepairCulture #Sustainability
When was your bike’s last MOT? 👀
A quick tune-up can save you from costly repairs later.
Bronze, Silver, or Gold — we’ve got a service to match your ride.
Find out more here:
A quick tune-up can save you from costly repairs later.
Bronze, Silver, or Gold — we’ve got a service to match your ride.
Find out more here:
Repairs & Servicing | The Bike Station | Scotland
We offer a huge variety of repair services for your bike. If you need your bike repaired, please complete the Edinburgh contact form below if you intend to bring your bike to our Edinburgh branch, or…
buff.ly
October 10, 2025 at 9:12 AM
When was your bike’s last MOT? 👀
A quick tune-up can save you from costly repairs later.
Bronze, Silver, or Gold — we’ve got a service to match your ride.
Find out more here:
A quick tune-up can save you from costly repairs later.
Bronze, Silver, or Gold — we’ve got a service to match your ride.
Find out more here:
🛒 Food shop, done.
📦 Packages, delivered.
🌍 Planet, smiling.
Who knew replacing your car boot with a cargo box could feel this good?
Learn more about the potential of Cargo Bikes in sustainable cities: buff.ly/cprPxqK
#CargoBikes #Future #Sustainable #Transport
📦 Packages, delivered.
🌍 Planet, smiling.
Who knew replacing your car boot with a cargo box could feel this good?
Learn more about the potential of Cargo Bikes in sustainable cities: buff.ly/cprPxqK
#CargoBikes #Future #Sustainable #Transport
September 29, 2025 at 9:12 AM
🛒 Food shop, done.
📦 Packages, delivered.
🌍 Planet, smiling.
Who knew replacing your car boot with a cargo box could feel this good?
Learn more about the potential of Cargo Bikes in sustainable cities: buff.ly/cprPxqK
#CargoBikes #Future #Sustainable #Transport
📦 Packages, delivered.
🌍 Planet, smiling.
Who knew replacing your car boot with a cargo box could feel this good?
Learn more about the potential of Cargo Bikes in sustainable cities: buff.ly/cprPxqK
#CargoBikes #Future #Sustainable #Transport
You don’t need a cape when you’ve got a cargo bike.
From couriers to carers, parents to pals — everyday heroes are already riding the future. 🚲
Learn more about Cargo Bikes and their benefits in our blog:
From couriers to carers, parents to pals — everyday heroes are already riding the future. 🚲
Learn more about Cargo Bikes and their benefits in our blog:
Everything Starts with a Bike: The Role of Cargo Bikes in Sustainable Cities
At The Bike Station, we believe that everything starts with a bike. Our vision is simple yet powerful: communities where cycling for pleasure and for transport is the norm. But for this vision to…
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September 27, 2025 at 9:12 AM
You don’t need a cape when you’ve got a cargo bike.
From couriers to carers, parents to pals — everyday heroes are already riding the future. 🚲
Learn more about Cargo Bikes and their benefits in our blog:
From couriers to carers, parents to pals — everyday heroes are already riding the future. 🚲
Learn more about Cargo Bikes and their benefits in our blog:
The grin when kids ride up front. The breeze as you cruise past a traffic jam. The magic of realising…
“This is transport. This is freedom.” 💫
Learn more: buff.ly/cprPxqK
“This is transport. This is freedom.” 💫
Learn more: buff.ly/cprPxqK
September 26, 2025 at 9:12 AM
The grin when kids ride up front. The breeze as you cruise past a traffic jam. The magic of realising…
“This is transport. This is freedom.” 💫
Learn more: buff.ly/cprPxqK
“This is transport. This is freedom.” 💫
Learn more: buff.ly/cprPxqK
🚲➡️🚗 Imagine dropping the kids at school, grabbing the weekly shop, AND still avoiding the traffic jam — all in one trip. Cargo bikes: saving mornings, one ride at a time.
Try one out through the Wee Bike Library: buff.ly/ud96y01
Try one out through the Wee Bike Library: buff.ly/ud96y01
Wee Bike Library | The Bike Station Web
The Wee Bike Library making kids bikes more accessible.
www.thebikestation.org.uk
September 25, 2025 at 4:41 PM
🚲➡️🚗 Imagine dropping the kids at school, grabbing the weekly shop, AND still avoiding the traffic jam — all in one trip. Cargo bikes: saving mornings, one ride at a time.
Try one out through the Wee Bike Library: buff.ly/ud96y01
Try one out through the Wee Bike Library: buff.ly/ud96y01
🍂 Got a minute? We’d love your thoughts! 🚲
Our Autumn Customer Survey is live — quick, easy, share your views!
Take part here: buff.ly/OLf7QGh
Our Autumn Customer Survey is live — quick, easy, share your views!
Take part here: buff.ly/OLf7QGh
Autumn 2025 Customer Survey
At The Bike Station, we really value our customers’ feedback and experiences. Your thoughts help us understand what we’re doing well and where we can make your visits even better. This short survey…
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September 24, 2025 at 2:41 PM
🍂 Got a minute? We’d love your thoughts! 🚲
Our Autumn Customer Survey is live — quick, easy, share your views!
Take part here: buff.ly/OLf7QGh
Our Autumn Customer Survey is live — quick, easy, share your views!
Take part here: buff.ly/OLf7QGh
💡🚲 Smart student deal: get a Kryptonite U-Lock + cable & Kranx lightset (worth £60+) for just £50 in our Edinburgh shops. Every purchase powers our work—from refurbishing bikes to supporting local communities. Plus, we’ve got bikes for sale too!
September 3, 2025 at 4:18 PM
💡🚲 Smart student deal: get a Kryptonite U-Lock + cable & Kranx lightset (worth £60+) for just £50 in our Edinburgh shops. Every purchase powers our work—from refurbishing bikes to supporting local communities. Plus, we’ve got bikes for sale too!
⏰ Don’t miss out, students! Our Student Bundle (U-Lock + lights, usually £60+) is just £50 in Edinburgh. Buying from The Bike Station = backing a local charity that refurbishes bikes + supports healthier, greener communities. 🚲✨
August 31, 2025 at 4:15 PM
⏰ Don’t miss out, students! Our Student Bundle (U-Lock + lights, usually £60+) is just £50 in Edinburgh. Buying from The Bike Station = backing a local charity that refurbishes bikes + supports healthier, greener communities. 🚲✨
🚲 Students! Grab our Uni Bundle: Kryptonite Keeper U-Lock + cable (RRP £39.99) + Kranx Shard lightset (RRP £19.99) for just £50 in Edinburgh. Every purchase supports our charity work + funds community cycling projects. We also sell affordable refurbished bikes! 💚
August 28, 2025 at 4:13 PM
🚲 Students! Grab our Uni Bundle: Kryptonite Keeper U-Lock + cable (RRP £39.99) + Kranx Shard lightset (RRP £19.99) for just £50 in Edinburgh. Every purchase supports our charity work + funds community cycling projects. We also sell affordable refurbished bikes! 💚
August 24, 2025 at 4:26 PM
What’s your favourite local cycle route? Share your go-to ride + maybe a picture too!
#Cycling #BikeLife #TheBikeStation
#Cycling #BikeLife #TheBikeStation
August 17, 2025 at 4:21 PM
What’s your favourite local cycle route? Share your go-to ride + maybe a picture too!
#Cycling #BikeLife #TheBikeStation
#Cycling #BikeLife #TheBikeStation
Thinking about getting into cycling? 🚲
You don’t need all the gear, a brand new bike, or to be super fit to start.
We’ve put together 5 beginner-friendly tips — Read the blog: buff.ly/PH4Uvxm
#CyclingTips #RefurbishedBikes #CyclingScotland
You don’t need all the gear, a brand new bike, or to be super fit to start.
We’ve put together 5 beginner-friendly tips — Read the blog: buff.ly/PH4Uvxm
#CyclingTips #RefurbishedBikes #CyclingScotland
Blog | The Bike Station Web
Discover the latest news, inspiring updates, and practical tips from The Bike Station — your hub for all things cycling, sustainability, and community impact.
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August 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Thinking about getting into cycling? 🚲
You don’t need all the gear, a brand new bike, or to be super fit to start.
We’ve put together 5 beginner-friendly tips — Read the blog: buff.ly/PH4Uvxm
#CyclingTips #RefurbishedBikes #CyclingScotland
You don’t need all the gear, a brand new bike, or to be super fit to start.
We’ve put together 5 beginner-friendly tips — Read the blog: buff.ly/PH4Uvxm
#CyclingTips #RefurbishedBikes #CyclingScotland
August 10, 2025 at 4:19 PM
🚶🚲 Take on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk and raise money for The Bike Station!
Take on the challenge this September and help us to make cycling for fun and for transport the norm.
Sign up now: buff.ly/j3CdHp9
#Kiltwalk2025 #TheBikeStation #Communities
Take on the challenge this September and help us to make cycling for fun and for transport the norm.
Sign up now: buff.ly/j3CdHp9
#Kiltwalk2025 #TheBikeStation #Communities
August 7, 2025 at 4:41 PM
🚶🚲 Take on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk and raise money for The Bike Station!
Take on the challenge this September and help us to make cycling for fun and for transport the norm.
Sign up now: buff.ly/j3CdHp9
#Kiltwalk2025 #TheBikeStation #Communities
Take on the challenge this September and help us to make cycling for fun and for transport the norm.
Sign up now: buff.ly/j3CdHp9
#Kiltwalk2025 #TheBikeStation #Communities
Take on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk this September in support of The Bike Station!
📝 Sign up → buff.ly/j3CdHp9
📍 Choose The Bike Station as your charity
🌍 Raise funds that go directly to us (plus Gift Aid!)
Walk for people, the planet and pedal-powered change.
#Kiltwalk2025 #TeamBikeStation
📝 Sign up → buff.ly/j3CdHp9
📍 Choose The Bike Station as your charity
🌍 Raise funds that go directly to us (plus Gift Aid!)
Walk for people, the planet and pedal-powered change.
#Kiltwalk2025 #TeamBikeStation
The Edinburgh Kiltwalk.
Raise funds for your choice of Scottish Charity at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk.
thekiltwalk.co.uk
August 5, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Take on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk this September in support of The Bike Station!
📝 Sign up → buff.ly/j3CdHp9
📍 Choose The Bike Station as your charity
🌍 Raise funds that go directly to us (plus Gift Aid!)
Walk for people, the planet and pedal-powered change.
#Kiltwalk2025 #TeamBikeStation
📝 Sign up → buff.ly/j3CdHp9
📍 Choose The Bike Station as your charity
🌍 Raise funds that go directly to us (plus Gift Aid!)
Walk for people, the planet and pedal-powered change.
#Kiltwalk2025 #TeamBikeStation
What does ‘community’ mean to you? How do you see it in action where you live?
#Community #Cycling #TheBikeStation
#Community #Cycling #TheBikeStation
August 3, 2025 at 4:18 PM
What does ‘community’ mean to you? How do you see it in action where you live?
#Community #Cycling #TheBikeStation
#Community #Cycling #TheBikeStation
📢 Perth pals — our opening hours have changed!
🛠️ Wed & Thurs: Repair drop-off + collection only
🚲 Fri & Sat: Open to the public | 10am–4:30pm
Pop by 284 High Street to browse bikes, donate, or get your wheels sorted.
Thanks for supporting local cycling 💚
#PerthScotland #TheBikeStation
🛠️ Wed & Thurs: Repair drop-off + collection only
🚲 Fri & Sat: Open to the public | 10am–4:30pm
Pop by 284 High Street to browse bikes, donate, or get your wheels sorted.
Thanks for supporting local cycling 💚
#PerthScotland #TheBikeStation
August 1, 2025 at 7:39 PM
📢 Perth pals — our opening hours have changed!
🛠️ Wed & Thurs: Repair drop-off + collection only
🚲 Fri & Sat: Open to the public | 10am–4:30pm
Pop by 284 High Street to browse bikes, donate, or get your wheels sorted.
Thanks for supporting local cycling 💚
#PerthScotland #TheBikeStation
🛠️ Wed & Thurs: Repair drop-off + collection only
🚲 Fri & Sat: Open to the public | 10am–4:30pm
Pop by 284 High Street to browse bikes, donate, or get your wheels sorted.
Thanks for supporting local cycling 💚
#PerthScotland #TheBikeStation
Ever wonder why we do what we do?
It’s simple: our community work is essential. It means more people on bikes, more skills shared, and stronger, healthier communities.
We’ve shared some of these stories here:
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#StoriesThatMatter #CommunityCycling #TheBikeStation
It’s simple: our community work is essential. It means more people on bikes, more skills shared, and stronger, healthier communities.
We’ve shared some of these stories here:
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#StoriesThatMatter #CommunityCycling #TheBikeStation
August 1, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Ever wonder why we do what we do?
It’s simple: our community work is essential. It means more people on bikes, more skills shared, and stronger, healthier communities.
We’ve shared some of these stories here:
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#StoriesThatMatter #CommunityCycling #TheBikeStation
It’s simple: our community work is essential. It means more people on bikes, more skills shared, and stronger, healthier communities.
We’ve shared some of these stories here:
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#StoriesThatMatter #CommunityCycling #TheBikeStation
Live in Perth or Edinburgh + want to try a cargo bike — for free? You can!
We’ve added cargo bikes to our Wee Bike Library!
Perfect for the school run, the big shop, or just cutting back on car use.
No cost. No pressure. Just a chance to ride something new + useful.
buff.ly/5ZGU5IU
We’ve added cargo bikes to our Wee Bike Library!
Perfect for the school run, the big shop, or just cutting back on car use.
No cost. No pressure. Just a chance to ride something new + useful.
buff.ly/5ZGU5IU
Wee Bike Library | The Bike Station Web
The Wee Bike Library making kids bikes more accessible.
www.thebikestation.org.uk
July 31, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Live in Perth or Edinburgh + want to try a cargo bike — for free? You can!
We’ve added cargo bikes to our Wee Bike Library!
Perfect for the school run, the big shop, or just cutting back on car use.
No cost. No pressure. Just a chance to ride something new + useful.
buff.ly/5ZGU5IU
We’ve added cargo bikes to our Wee Bike Library!
Perfect for the school run, the big shop, or just cutting back on car use.
No cost. No pressure. Just a chance to ride something new + useful.
buff.ly/5ZGU5IU
July 27, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Bikes are just the beginning.
Our community work is essential for tackling inequality, building skills, and creating healthier, more connected communities.
Read about the impact we’re making together:
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#SocialChange #ActiveTravel #TheBikeStation
Our community work is essential for tackling inequality, building skills, and creating healthier, more connected communities.
Read about the impact we’re making together:
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#SocialChange #ActiveTravel #TheBikeStation
Stories That Matter
At The Bike Station, we believe that cycling is more than just a mode of transport—it’s a tool for empowerment, connection, and joy. Every day, we hear incredible stories of how bikes are making a…
buff.ly
July 25, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Bikes are just the beginning.
Our community work is essential for tackling inequality, building skills, and creating healthier, more connected communities.
Read about the impact we’re making together:
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#SocialChange #ActiveTravel #TheBikeStation
Our community work is essential for tackling inequality, building skills, and creating healthier, more connected communities.
Read about the impact we’re making together:
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#SocialChange #ActiveTravel #TheBikeStation
What first got you into cycling? A friend? Family? Just curiosity? Tell us below!
#Cycling #Edinburgh #Perth #Scotland
#Cycling #Edinburgh #Perth #Scotland
July 20, 2025 at 4:11 PM
What first got you into cycling? A friend? Family? Just curiosity? Tell us below!
#Cycling #Edinburgh #Perth #Scotland
#Cycling #Edinburgh #Perth #Scotland
🧡 Our work is about more than bikes. It’s about people.
From kids finding freedom on two wheels to neighbours learning new skills, our community projects change lives.
These are the stories that matter.
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#Community #CyclingForGood #TheBikeStation
From kids finding freedom on two wheels to neighbours learning new skills, our community projects change lives.
These are the stories that matter.
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#Community #CyclingForGood #TheBikeStation
Stories That Matter
At The Bike Station, we believe that cycling is more than just a mode of transport—it’s a tool for empowerment, connection, and joy. Every day, we hear incredible stories of how bikes are making a…
buff.ly
July 18, 2025 at 4:08 PM
🧡 Our work is about more than bikes. It’s about people.
From kids finding freedom on two wheels to neighbours learning new skills, our community projects change lives.
These are the stories that matter.
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#Community #CyclingForGood #TheBikeStation
From kids finding freedom on two wheels to neighbours learning new skills, our community projects change lives.
These are the stories that matter.
👉 buff.ly/TXLSvCB
#Community #CyclingForGood #TheBikeStation