New cycle parking opens at Poynton station

A new secure space for cyclists to leave their bikes has now opened at Northern-run Poynton station, funded by the Cycle Rail Fund and Poynton Town Council.

The new facility, located in the station car park, has space for up to 18 bicycles and one cargo or adapted bike; bike bays opposite the ticket office also offer capacity for a further eight bikes.

The new bike parking facilities aims to make it easier for people to cycle to the station before continuing their journey by train, rather than using the car, particularly as Poynton station sits on the outskirts of the village.

Craig Harrop, regional director at Northern, said:

“We’re pleased to announce the opening of the new cycle parking facilities at Poynton. 

“We feel that the opportunity for people to safely park their bikes will help incentivise people off the road and onto their bike – thereby reducing traffic on the roads near our stations.” 

Northern is the second largest train operator in the UK, with nearly 2,500 services a day to more than 500 stations across the North of England. It already has cycle parking at more than 50 stations across its network, including locally at Macclesfield, Knutsford, Sandbach and numerous stations in Stockport.