Hire a Bike

Students can hire a bike for a term or the full academic year through this popular scheme. The bikes come with a helmet, D-lock and cable, and lights.

There are several commuter bikes available for hire at the start of the autumn term, and a handful in January. Hire currently costs £110 for the year or £70 per term (including a waiver fee to protect against loss, theft, and damage), with a £100 repairs deposit for maintenance work at the end of hire, which is refundable if you return the bike in good condition.

If you are interested in hiring a bike please contact sustainabletravel@contacts.bham.ac.uk stating your height and chosen hire period (term or academic year).

University staff can borrow a bike for FREE to try out cycling to work. The initial loan is for four weeks, and is the perfect way to see if the Cycle-to-Work scheme is for you.

Commuter bikes kitted out with mudguards, pannier racks, locks, and lights are available.

There are also two folding Brompton bikes, two e-bikes, child seats, and a child trailer available. Please note that a deposit is required before loaning the e-bikes.

Please fill in this form to join the waiting list.