Cycling Without Age Scotland generates ‘miles of smiles’ as it enriches and enhances lives by giving older people and disabled people the chance to enjoy cycling.

A team of volunteers pedal trishaws around safe routes within the local area and give participants a sense of freedom and fun that may have been missing from their lives.

The trishaws can comfortably fit two adults and come with a waterproof cover. The person pedalling sits behind the passengers so there’s plenty of opportunity for a chat whilst everyone feels the wind in their hair. Often local people stop to say hello and the whole experience brings the community together.

Cycle routes could be a short trip around the village, or further afield to visit a coffee shop or local attraction. 

Jennifer Thomson, a fundraising coordinator with the charity said;

“The generous grant of £4500 from Merchants House has helped Cycling Without Age Scotland to reach their target to enable them to purchase a trishaw to take residents from the Rutherglen Care Home on rides. A huge thanks to the Trustees for agreeing to donate to this wonderful cause!”

Learn more about Cycling Without Age Scotland by visiting their website where you’ll find video testimonials and the stories of the volunteers too. 

Pictured are a care home resident and staff member enjoying the sunshine on a tishaw ride.

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