TfGM (Transport for Greater Manchester) Spring 2026 News!

Buy an e-bike for less, with a TfGM voucher

Thinking of buying an e-bike? If so, you could get a voucher up to £1,000 towards the cost. 

E-bikes make travelling around hilly areas and carrying shopping much easier. They’re also brilliant if you have limited mobility, or if you’re simply a less confident cyclist. 

We’re offering vouchers worth £300 to £1,000 to eligible Greater Manchester residents to help with the cost of buying an e-bike. This is on a first come, first served basis. 

The vouchers can be used at selected bike shops across Greater Manchester. 

Want to find out about how it all works? Check out our frequently asked questions and fill in our short eligibility survey HERE to find out how much we can offer you.  

 

Wheels and Walks funded group: Your Trust Rochdale share their story  

Your Trust Rochdale, a charity dedicated to inspiring people to live more active and healthy lifestyles. It is one of the many groups that have benefitted from funding from TfGM’s Wheels and Walks programme.  

The walks help people with impairments and disabilities find a sense of belonging and improves wellbeing. Joining the group on one of their recent walks, we caught up with Fathema Ali, Inclusion Officer at Your Trust Rochdale, who leads the walks.  

Fathema said: “Now, we can have regular walks, which the service users are looking forward to and enjoying.  It’s not just about the physical benefits, there is also the social aspect. At the end of the walks there’s a little get-together where we have a chat, make friendships and build relationships. And they all have made such friendships that they're actually going for walks as well in groups themselves.” 

Fathema is planning to hold two walks a month now the warmer weather is on the way. Those who come along are encouraged to use their senses to take in and interact with their surroundings – from the vibrant colours of spring flowers to the sound of water cascading from a fountain. 

For more information about the next sensory walk, please contact the Your Trust Inclusion Team at inclusion@yourtrustrochdale.co.uk, their website or call 07814 771271

Cycle training with TfGM - book your FREE session 

From complete beginners to confident cyclists, one-to-one, group and family courses available – there are options for everyone - and most are FREE to attend. 

We’ve added lots of new dates to our spring calendar - book a place here

New to cycling?

Never ridden before? Our Complete Beginner sessions are a great place to start. These sessions take place in traffic-free spaces.

We’ll provide a bike and helmet for you to use - or bring your own. Women only sessions are also available. 

Build confidence

If it’s been a while or you want to build confidence, try a Confidence Builder session. Book your spot here. 

If riding in traffic feels daunting, Quiet Roads sessions can help you learn the skills to ride on quiet roads with other road users. 

Looking for something tailored?

Our sessions can help with route planning, using Starling Bikes, cycling with your family, or riding safely for work, including delivery riding.

Learn basic bike maintenance

Want to keep your bike running smoothly? Take a look at our Learn to Maintain a Bike sessions (available for a small charge).

 

Join the Voice of the Bee Network Group

Whether you travel by bus, tram, car, bike, or on foot, we want to hear your views! Join the Voice of the Bee Network Group — improving the Bee Network through your experience, feedback and ideas.

Your feedback is invaluable. Participation is always voluntary, and some activities offer digital gift vouchers as a thank you for your time. 

Joining is simple; click this link to find out more, enter your email address, and complete a short questionnaire about your travel habits.

The GM Walking Festival returns this May

The GM Walking Festival is a celebration of walking and wheeling, as part of May’s National Walking Month, and an opportunity for everyone to get involved, whatever role you play in Greater Manchester. This year's theme is 'Celebrating Connected Communities', a chance to show how walking and wheeling can bring people closer together. 

 Head to the GM Walking website to find out more about what is planned for 2026.