Bicycles
Registration: If you keep a bicycle in Cambridge, University Regulations require that it must be registered; you can do this at the Porters’ Lodge (Proctors may be issuing warnings or on-the-spot fines for failure to comply). You will be issued with a weatherproof sticker displaying the College and your unique ID number which you should stick to your cycle on the upper section of the main frame as soon as possible. Registering your bike will maximise the chance of the its return should it be stolen. Unregistered bikes left on College grounds may be culled and disposed of.
It is advisable to register your bike on the The National Cycle Database | BikeRegister in case of theft.
Security: Cycle thefts are common in Cambridge so it is unwise to bring an expensive bike for getting around Cambridge, consider buying a second-hand bike. Ensure you always lock your bicycle securely; a “D” style lock is recommended.
Cycle parking in College: Bicycles parked within the College precincts must only be left in the cycle racks, not propped against walls, and should always be locked securely. Racks are located opposite Red Buildings, along the side of the Chapel, behind Orchard Building and by Foundress Court.
There is no indoor storage for bicycles. No bicycle is to be stored on any staircase, hallway or in any College or hostel room.
Cycles must not be left against the College walls in Trumpington Street or Pembroke Street so as to obstruct the free passage of pedestrians. Cycles offending against these rules will be removed. Cycles must not be ridden within the main College site. Contravention of this rule attracts a fine.
High Specification bikes – There is very limited indoor storage available to Pembroke students cycling for Cambridge University Cycling Club who wish to store a high specification bike. Please contact the Tutorial Office for further information.
Cycling is an easy and convenient way of getting around Cambridge, and the following general safety advice should be followed:
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Always obey road traffic regulations as they apply to cyclists, and take all care possible when cycling in Cambridge.
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Where possible use cycle lanes/paths.
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Riding at night without front and back lights is illegal and dangerous. Ensure that you have functioning cycle lights (and carry spare batteries if required).
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Wear a cycle helmet and when cycling at night, be seen – wear bright and reflective clothing.
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It is dangerous to cycle after drinking alcohol, while using your mobile phone or while wearing headphones.
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Ensure that your bike is well maintained / serviced.
The narrow streets of central Cambridge present considerable problems and dangers for cyclists. The Police regularly fine students caught without lights. The practice of cyclists ignoring red traffic lights, particularly at the Silver Street/Queens Road junction, is both dangerous and likely to attract the attention of the Police.
e-Scooters - Although it is currently legal to buy an e-scooter, it is illegal to use a privately owned one on public roads, pavements or cycle lanes.
Only e-scooters that are part of government-backed rental trial schemes in certain areas are allowed on public roads. To use an e-scooters that is part of government-backed rental trial scheme you must hold a valid driving licence and must ride on the roads/cycle lanes only and NOT on pavements.