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Cycling does not have to be expensive. Below we have highlighted a number of ways you can significantly reduce the cost of purchasing a bike and related equipment.

Cycle to Work is a tax incentive aimed at encouraging employees to, er, cycle to work. The scheme allows employees to benefit from a long term loan of a bike and commuting equipment such as lights, locks and panniers completely tax free.

You simply agree to forego a small amount of your salary, usually on a monthly basis, in order to take advantage of income tax, national insurance and generally, VAT savings.

How much can I save?

The typical saving for an average tax-payer is between 38 - 45% off suggested retail prices. To find out exactly how much you can save visit www.cyclescheme.co.uk and use the savings calculator.

How can I get involved?

First of all, your employer must sign up to a Cycle to Work scheme. If they haven't already, you will need to encourage them to do so. It shouldn't be hard, as employers actually save money too through reduced National Insurance contributions.

Cyclescheme is the UK's number one provider of the Cycle to Work Scheme. They provide a completely hands free way for employers of any size to make the scheme available to staff.

Cyclescheme offer big savings on the best bikes and safety equipment through a network of over 1200 local bike shops, giving you the best experience, with the expert service, convenience and choice that most larger multiple retailers can't match.

The nearest local retailer offering the Cyclescheme is the Bike Shop, just a few miles from Thorpe Park at Cross Gates.

For further information employers and employees should visit www.cyclescheme.co.uk.

Thorpe Park have teamed up with The Bike Shop at Crossgates to provide all staff who work at Thorpe Park with a range discounts on cycles, cycle accessories and servicing.

Discount - Cycles
12.5% off the normal selling price of all bikes for staff at Thorpe Park and their families;

Discount - Accessories
20% off the normal selling price of all accessories purchased with a new bike. This offer will also cover subsequent accessory purchases for a period of 12 months after the cycle purchase.

Initial Servicing
Each new bike will come fully assembled with a full manufacturers warranty. In addition, staff at Thorpe Park can make use of a free cycle service, worth £25, within the first three months of ownership (parts excluded).

Ongoing Servicing
A discount of 15% on labour and 20% on parts makes servicing economical on an ongoing basis.

Loan Bike
If a bike is left for repair or service The Bike Shop will, subject to availability, offer a loan bike.

Free Accessories
Staff at Thorpe Park who spend over £150 will be offered a free cycle helmet worth £15.

For further information on The Bike Shop and its products, including directions, please visit their website at www.bikes-n-bits.com.