Wheels and Walks
Wheels and Walks is a programme that supports people in Greater Manchester to become more active by walking, wheeling and cycling.
Through the programme, community groups will be supported to deliver walking, wheeling and cycling activities for people in their local area. By sustaining activity across Greater Manchester, we can reach communities who would really benefit from these activities.
The programme will run from early 2025 to late 2026. During this time, we're aiming to work with around 40 community groups that will be selected through an application process. Each successful group will receive a package of support from TfGM to deliver their activity.
Successful applicants will receive:
Grant funding of up to £5,000.
Training and development opportunities.
Opportunities to participate in networking and knowledge sharing.
General support and advice.
Signposting to other opportunities.
When you can apply
Applications for the Wheels and Walks programme will be open in three phases:
Phase 1: 27 January 2025 date to 17 March 2025 (open now)
Phase 2: Open from September to October 2025*
Phase 3: Open from March to April 2026*
* Dates for phase 2 and 3 applications will be announced closer to the time.
Applications are now open
Find out how to apply
To apply, please complete the application form and email it to the Walks and Wheels team.
Postal applications are also accepted. More information is available on the application form.
Eligibility criteria and information to assist when completing the application form is available in the application guidance.
The closing date for applications is 17 March 2025.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered as part of that tranche or future tranches, however may be resubmitted by the applicant when future tranches are open for applications, if applicable.
If you have more questions, then please read our frequently asked questions.
You can also contact the Walks and Wheels team direct by emailing wheelsandwalks@tfgm.com.
Download the application guidance
Download the application form
Download the accessible version of the application form
Download the accessible version of the application guidance
Download the frequently asked questions
Come and see us at our drop-in sessions
If you have any questions, or would like to know more, then you should come to our drop-in sessions. The sessions give you a chance to ask questions and speak to the team about your application.
Online sessions
Wednesday 5 February: 6pm - 6.45pm. Register for an online drop-in.
Thursday 27 February: 12pm - 12:45pm. Register for an online drop-in.
In-person sessions
Bolton
To be confirmed.
Bury
To be confirmed.
Manchester
Thursday 6 February: No 93 Wellbeing Centre, 93 Church Lane, M9 5BG - 11am until 1pm.
Thursday 20 February: TfGM Office, 2 Piccadilly Place, M1 3BG – 3:30pm until 5.30pm. Please e-mail to register your place for this drop-in.
Wednesday 26 February: Station South, 975 Stockport Road, M19 3NP - 1pm until 3pm
Oldham
To be confirmed.
Rochdale
To be confirmed.
Salford
Wednesday 19 February: Langworthy Cornerstone Centre, 451 Liverpool Street, M6 5QQ - 1pm until 3pm.
Stockport
To be confirmed.
Tameside
Thursday 13 February: Ashton Library, Tameside One, Market Place, OL6 6BH - 11am until 1pm.
Trafford
To be confirmed.
Wigan
Monday 17 February: Wigan Library, Wigan Life Centre, The Wiend, WN1 1NH - 11am until 1pm.