Transport for London (TfL) has opened applications for the 2025 Walking and Cycling Grants London (WCGL) programme, aimed at encouraging more Londoners to embrace active travel.
With over £550,000 in funding available, community and not-for-profit groups can apply for grants of up to £5,000 to support walking, cycling and related activities in their local areas. Applications are open until 8th September 2025.
The WCGL scheme, delivered in partnership with The London Marathon Foundation and Groundwork London, aims to break down barriers to active travel. Projects focus on improving physical and mental health while promoting sustainable transport.
Since its launch, the programme has supported 395 initiatives, benefiting more than 89,000 participants across all 32 London boroughs and the City of London.
Past projects have included inclusive cycling sessions for children with disabilities, bike repair workshops, led rides for LGBTQ+ communities, and walks for people experiencing isolation or health challenges. Organisations such as London Cycling Campaign, Cycle Sisters, Joyriders and local groups like Two Mindful Bees and Harrow Cycle Hub have all received funding.
In addition to the main grant, the Community Ideas Grant offers funding for smaller-scale projects inspired by past successes. Interested applicants can explore previous initiatives via the Community Ideas Hub to find ideas to replicate in their own neighbourhoods.
Applications and full details are available at wcgl.london, with support provided throughout the process and during project delivery. Successful applicants will be announced in November.
TfL will continue to promote walking and cycling as accessible travel options across the capital, supported by tools like the TfL Go app, which provides up-to-date cycling and walking routes.
Will Norman, London’s Walking and Cycling Commissioner, said: ‘TfL’s Walking and Cycling Grants London (WGCL) programme is helping to transform the lives of thousands of Londoners by empowering communities and local organisations to encourage more walking, cycling and active travel in their area. The Mayor and I encourage community and not-for-profit groups in our city to apply for available grants which can help bring their ideas to life as we build a better, greener and more accessible London for all.’
Miranda Leedham, Head of Customer Marketing & Behaviour Change at TfL, added: ‘The numerous benefits of walking and cycling should be made accessible to all communities across the capital. We are committed to working with local communities that enable more people to choose modes of active travel, particularly from groups that have historically been under-represented.
‘The grants have been crucial in benefitting thousands of participants who have built the confidence to choose active travel options and we are excited to see even more Londoners of all ages and backgrounds get active and help build a greener and more sustainable future for London.’
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