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 (closed)
Phase 2: 1 September to 12 noon on 27 October 2025 (open now)
Phase 3: Open from March to April 2026*
* Dates for phase 3 applications will be announced closer to the time.
If you have a question about the Wheels and Walks programme, please contact the team via wheelsandwalks@tfgm.com.
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.
Applications received after the closing date for each phase will not be considered as part of that phase or future phases, however may be resubmitted by the applicant when future phases are open for applications if applicable.
Eligibility criteria and information to assist when completing the application form is available in the application guidance.
If you have questions, the answer may be in our frequently asked questions. Or contact the Walks and Wheels team by emailing wheelsandwalks@tfgm.com.
Accessible versions
Download an accessible version of the application form and an accessible version of the application guidance.
Download the application guidance
Download the application form
Download the frequently asked questions
Download the accessible application form
Download the accessible application guidance
Got questions? Join an information session
We’re hosting information sessions online and in person where you can find out more about the Wheels and Walks programme, the application process, and ask questions. More sessions may be added so keep checking this page for updates.
Online sessions:
Tuesday 16 September 2025 from 12:30pm-1:30pm. Register for the 16 September event
Monday 13 October 2025 from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Register for the 13 October event
In-person sessions:
We’re finalising dates, times and locations for in-person sessions – check back soon.
Successful applicants from phase one
We received lots of great applications for the first phase of funding earlier in 2025. Successful applicants are listed below:
Bolton - KRIMMZ Girls Youth Club
Helping women and girls aged 6-18 years to cycle through the provision of loan bikes and equipment, coaching lessons, and led rides as part of their ‘Pedal Power’ activity.
Bolton - Inspire: Serving Your Community
Encouraging black, minority and ethic 14-25-year-olds to get into hiking through their ‘Step Up’ activity.
Manchester – Bike it Walk It CIC
Building confidence and competence in women from black, minority and ethnic communities to walk and cycle through their ‘On Your Doorstep and Reluctant Riders’ activity.
Manchester – Burnage Buddies Community Group
Delivering organised group walks combined with public transport to points of interest for women over 50 from black, minority and ethnic communities through their ‘Burnage Buddies are Coming to Town’ activity.
Manchester – Walking Mum’s Club CIC
Supporting mental and physical health of new parents through a walking, support and educational group as part of their ‘Mama Leader’s’ activity.
Stockport – Station South CIC
Connecting children and women from black, minority and ethnic backgrounds with cycling and people-powered short journeys through a series of cycling and walking events and workshops as part of their ‘Start Cycling to School with Station South’ activity.
Oldham – SEE CIC
Supporting children with special education needs to ride to school through their ‘SEE School Can Cycle’ activity.
Oldham – Yuvanis Foundation
Helping black, ethnic and minority adults and children to learn to ride a bike and build confidence through their ‘Cycle Together’ activity.
Oldham - Mahdlo Youth Zone
Supporting children and young adults aged 8-19 with a disability through bike servicing and maintenance training, road safety education, and led rides as part of their ‘Active Travel by Mahdlo’ activity.
Rochdale – HMR Circle
Reducing loneliness and isolation among older people through a series of walks along Rochdale Canal as part of their ‘Walking the Canals – Continuing the Adventure’ activity.
Rochdale – Petrus Community
Offering an accessible way to engage in physical activity for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness while reducing community exclusion through their ‘Petrus Striding Forwards’ activity.
Rochdale – Your Trust
Delivering a series of walks for individuals with learning disabilities, additional needs, deafness, or blindness through their ‘Your Sensory Walking and Wheeling’ activity.
Wigan – Wigan Boys and Girls Club
Providing support to 8–19-year-olds with special education needs, and up to 25 years for those also facing adversity, through bike maintenance sessions and a cycle group as part of their ‘The Gear Medics’ activity.