What are Cycle Hangars

Cycle hangars offer fixed on-street, secure cycle parking for up to six bikes which can only be accessed by lock and key or on an app in some locations.

They’re about the size of one parking space and are for an area’s local residents.

Women using the public bike storage
Example of a cycle hangar in Bristol

Where are they located

There are 72 cycling hangars across Bristol. You can see where the hangars are located and how many spaces are avialable here: BikeNest – Cycle Parking Solution company and enter your postcode in the search bar.

How to get a space

The cycle hangars are administrated by Lockit Safe.

To request a space in one of the cycle hangars once they have been installed, visit the BikeNest – Cycle Parking Solution company and enter your postcode in the search bar.

If the hangar is full, then you can also join the waiting list. If you cannot access the website, you can also contact bikenestservices@lockit-safe.co.uk or phone the BikeNest team on 01472 346382.

How much does it cost

One space in a cycle hangar is £55 a year plus a £25 refundable key deposit

What if there are no spaces

If you have tried to get a space in a hangar but it is full, you can be put on a waiting list to get a space when one becomes available.

How do I apply to request a location

You can register interest for new locations here Citizen Cycle Hangar Register App. This will be reviewed when future funding becomes available for more hangars.