Aberystwyth-based mobility group Wheel Together has been named Paralympics GB’s Club of the Month for April, recognising its exceptional commitment to inclusive cycling. The award highlights the club’s efforts to make cycling accessible to people of all abilities across the Welsh coast and countryside.
Part of British Cycling’s Limitless programme, Wheel Together offers a wide range of adaptive equipment, supported by skilled volunteers and guides. The club recently received charitable status, further cementing its mission to provide inclusive opportunities for everyone to enjoy cycling.
Participant Eve Denyor shared her experience, saying the club has allowed her to cycle routes she could not previously manage.
“We do actually do eight miles, and I most definitely couldn’t walk that! It’s fun meeting a lot of people and being out in the open air. It’s magical as the scenery changes each season,” she said.
The club’s approach to inclusion extends beyond disability. Ride leader and committee member Gethin Roberts explained that they assess each participant individually to find the right equipment and support. “Whether looking for more confidence on a bike, or adaptations and assistance, we do our best to find a solution for every person that comes along,” he said.
Socialising is also a key element of the rides. Roberts noted that many participants enjoy the group aspect, sharing coffee and conversation alongside the physical activity. “It gives them a chance to meet people, combat loneliness, and enjoy the challenge of cycling,” he added.
Ride leader Peter Tedaldi praised Aberystwyth as an ideal location for adaptive cycling. “Even when it’s raining, we just go for it! I’ve met so many people with different abilities and learned to appreciate how adaptive cycling can bring people together,” he said.
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