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8 What impact has inclusive cycling had on other club members? Developing Kendal Wheels for All has made members much more aware of inclusive cycling and what it entails. Inclusive cycling can include the elderly, as well as adults and children with disabilities and mobility issues. Having the funds available to purchase adapted bikes has provided members with an insight into the range of bikes available and also the cost of these bikes. Fundraising is vital, in order to grow the fleet of bikes, so it’s helped increase the number of active fundraisers within the club. What recommendations could you give to other cycling clubs who are wanting to engage with people with disabilities and differing needs? Just do it! Kendal Cycle Club is very fortunate to have a very active committee and enthusiastic volunteers. If you’re a member of a cycle club then spread your passion for cycling to all - including people with disabilities and differing needs. With the range of adapted bikes available, cycling is the most accessible activity and is truly a multi-disability sport. Kendal Cycle Club is a working example of what can be done in order to make a cycle club inclusive. There is funding available, it just needs the passion and drive from club members and committee to make it happen. Off the back of a number of well received Wheels for All open days in the South Lakes region we have now been able to create two new hubs for the region – Kendal Wheels for All and Ulverston Wheels for All. A committed and effective partnership continues to promote and support the Wheels for All sessions across the region, including – Kendal Cycling Club, Sandside & Sandgate SEN schools, the Lake District National Park, British Cycling and South Lakes District Council. The engagement from Kendal CC has been crucial to the success of the current programme, This is a great example of good practice when bringing a traditional cycling club into the landscape of inclusive cycling – we hope many other clubs will be inspired by Kendal CC and support their local Wheels for All centres. Why has Kendal CC embraced inclusive cycling as part of its offer for all cyclists? The Club’s ethos is: “To promote and develop all aspects of cycling, be inclusive to all and to do this in a friendly and enjoyable environment.” Working with Wheels for All means the Club can offer accessible cycling to all - regardless of ability. This makes Kendal Cycle Club truly inclusive and supports the Club’s ethos. Partnerships South Lakes Wheels for All partnership with Kendal CC Kendal WFA Co-ordinator Kath Finn Kath.Finn@cycling.org.uk Ulverston WFA Co-ordinator Louise Walton Lousie.walton@cycling.org.uk