Half-price cargo bike hire across Richmond from 26 October to 1 November

Residents in Richmond upon Thames — including those in Barnes — can try cargo bike hire at half price during a Halloween week promotion from OurBike, running from Monday 26 October to Sunday 1 November.

Cargo bikes are a practical option for short trips that might otherwise involve a car: collecting shopping, travelling with young children, or simply getting around without the parking headache. The scheme is being promoted by the council as part of its wider push for sustainable transport choices across the borough.

Alongside the Halloween discount, residents can find out more about OurBike's community cargo bike hire scheme, Try Before You Bike offers and an on-street cargo bike parking trial currently running in parts of the borough. All-ability cycling sessions are also available for those who want a supported introduction to cycling.

With Barnes well served by cycle routes and riverside paths, a cargo bike trial could be a useful way to replace a car journey or two, particularly during the school run. The promotion runs for one week only.

Full details of the offer and how to book are on the Richmond Council website.