Inverness station in the Scottish Highlands has a new Cycle Hub.

ScotRail installed the Hub, which provides extra cycle storage and better facilities for cyclists who use the railway.

The hub has been delivered as part of the Scottish Government’s 2023 UCI Legacy Cycling Investment Programme, which seeks to improve facilities for Scotland‘s cyclists in the wake of the country hosting the World Cycling Championships two years ago.

The facility includes one hundred additional storage spaces for bicycles. There is also a cycle maintenance stand, which riders can use to carry out basic repairs to their bikes.

Inverness station’s new Cycle Hub has CCTV coverage to ensure security and deter theft, and is located at the Falcon Square entrance to the station.

On the opposite side of the station, a further 48 cycle spaces have been installed.

Inverness station now has the capacity to store up to 148 bicycles.

ScotRail invited pupils from local school Culloden Academy to design artwork for the Cycle Hub to celebrate the opening of the new facility.

The students created frosted images which drew inspiration from the local area and from what the railway means to them. The images now adorn the outside of the Cycle Hub.

The station is also now hosting a facility for riders to hire Brompton bicycles. People who wish to hire a Brompton cycle can do so using the Brompton app or the company’s website.

With ScotRail recently announcing cheaper fares for travelling the Highlands, the operator hopes that more people will take trips in the area, including cyclists.

“We’re delighted to introduce the new Cycle Hub at Inverness station, making it easier for customers to combine cycling with rail travel.

“The additional spaces and maintenance stand will provide a valuable resource for commuters and leisure cyclists alike.

“Encouraging active travel is a key part of our efforts to join up journeys across the country, and this investment demonstrates ScotRail’s commitment to making cycling a convenient and accessible choice for our customers.”

David Lister, ScotRail Safety, Sustainability & Asset Director