A SWINDON bike repair and recycling shop is running a campaign to help cyclists stay safe as they ride along the town’s streets this winter.

For the ‘Be bright, be safe and be seen’ campaign, the team at the Salvation Army-run social enterprise Recycles on Princes Street has drawn up a list of top winter cycling safety tips.

Manager Chloe Kirwan said: “The team at Recycles is absolutely passionate about cycling and everything cycling-related.

“Since we opened our shop, we’ve serviced, repaired and sold hundreds of bicycles and accessories and received hundreds of pre-loved donated bicycles from townspeople for fixing up and selling on.

“Being a community-minded bunch, we at Recycles wanted to show our appreciation and give something back to the people of Swindon for their support over the years, so we decided to run a safe winter cycling campaign.

“We asked the team for some top tips and they came up with some great advice aimed at cyclists of all ages in Swindon to help them stay safe during the dark winter months.”

The team recommends getting lights for your bicycle and wear reflective or high visibility clothing, always wear a helmet and replace it every three to five years, check the front and back brakes and get them checked at the bike shop, and remember to check tyres regularly to ensure they are pumped up and in good condition.

Recycles supports residents from The Salvation Army’s Booth House Lifehouse centre for people who have experienced homelessness.

Profits from Recycles go back into the business.