Plymouth adds 44 cycle lockers across the city

The city expands its cycling network with 44 new long-term lockers bringing total spaces to 170.

Plymouth adds 44 cycle lockers across the city

Plymouth City Council announced a significant expansion of the city’s cycle storage network, adding 44 long-term lockers and lifting total spaces to 170. The units will be installed at various sites and will support both short and long-term use, funded by the Department for Transport’s active travel fund. Councillor John Stephens, cabinet member for strategic planning and transport, described the move as a real boost for sustainable transport in Plymouth and said the installation is welcome.

The council notes the project forms part of a broader push to make cycling easier and to reduce car use in the city. Details on exact locations and timing were not disclosed, but officials stressed the transformation will unfold across multiple sites in coming months.

The project reflects a practical shift in how the city plans for mobility. By linking funding to visible infrastructure, Plymouth signals that everyday cycling matters as much as road building. The true test will be whether use meets expectations and whether maintenance keeps pace with demand. If the lockers attract consistent use, the plan could encourage more residents to swap short car trips for bikes, extending the value of existing bike paths.

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The city will monitor use and maintenance as the network expands.