Walking to LSE
Walking is a great way to get around central London. LSE Halls are all within walking distance of campus and easy instructions are available on the Accommodation webpages. See Transport for London for more about walking around London.
Cycling at LSE
London can be a daunting place to take to the saddle, but there's plenty of help out there to get you started. Riding a bike is good for your health, good for the environment, cost effective and fun!
There are many facilities for cyclist on campus including 10 shower units. Please see the Transport Facilities Guide webpage for a map with the exact location of facilities.
Cycle Storage
On the campus there are 342 open access and 102 indoor cycle parking spaces with access restricted to LSE students and staff only. These facilities are monitored by the LSE Security CCTV. Please call Security on 020 7955 6200 should you need assistance. All LSE halls of residence also have cycle parking facilities.
Bike Maintenance Stations
Bike maintenance stations are available for LSE students and staff to fix their own bikes on campus. They contain secured bike tools and a pump, as well as a stand to support the bike for easy repairs. All repairs you make to your bike are at your own risk – so make sure you don’t lose any of those little screws!
There are two bike maintenance stations, located in the secure cycle storage areas in the NAB basement, and the Towers basement.
The bike maintenance stations project was financed through the LSE Sustainable Projects Fund and led by LSE student Oliver Lyasght, a keen cyclist. Find out more about the SPF by visiting their website.
Cycling Survey Report
In summer 2015, a survey of LSE staff and students was conducted to understand their views on cycling in and around the School. The findings of this survey are presented in this Cycling Survey Report. Disclaimer: the report was produced by a volunteer group of LSE staff and student cyclists, with advice from the LSE Estates Division. While the report does not necessarily represent the views of LSE, the School will collaborate to address the issues highlighted to provide the best cycling facilities possible for the LSE community.
Finding your way
You can plan a quiet route to LSE by ordering a free map from Transport for London. The maps have been designed by cyclists for cyclists and identify routes with cycle lanes and less traffic.
You can also use the bicycle icon on google maps and the Transport for London journey planner to work out the best way to go. There's more information about getting to LSE on the Transport Facilities Guide webpage.
Getting a bike
LSE operate a cyclescheme for staff which can save staff 33% on the cost of a new bike.
The Santander Cycle Hire Scheme have docking stations on Houghton Street, Sardinia Street and Portugal Street. The bikes are available for 24 hours a day and are great for short journeys around central London.
Cycle Safety
The London Cycling Campaign have loads of great resources for cyclists, including advice on insurance, maintaining your bike and cycle safety.
Westminster Council offer free Cycle Confident training to boost your confidence and get you cycling safely.
Bikes and accessories
There are many varieties of bike, and deciding which bike is best for you can be a big task. See the Evans guide to buying bikes before you buy.
You will also need:
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Bike Helmet – ensure the helmet is fitted properly and securely attached to your head; it should cover your forehead, and the straps should be comfortably tight under your chin.
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Bike Lock
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Lights
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High Visibility Jacket
Electric car recharging point
Anyone with an electric vehicle can use the recharging points on Lincoln's Inn Fields and Sardinia Street (No 6 on the map). To find out more visit Source London.