Cycle

Cycling to and from university is an excellent way to save money, improve your general fitness and help the environment. There are numerous cycle shelters on our campuses and in our halls of residence where you can keep your bike, plus an e-bike rental scheme with our partners Beryl to get you around campus and the local area. 

Bike storage

We have secure bike storage options located across both our campuses and Hazel Farm.

Due to health and safety, please do not secure bikes to railings or the corridor of your accommodation. You should also not lock your bike against railing where you see signage informing you not to do so. 

Bike storage for students living in Stag Hill campus

At each location, there is a combination of secure and standard spaces. 

Secure spaces are accessed with a key and will require the use of a bike lock.

To request a secure accommodation bike storage space, visit Stag Hill Reception to obtain a key. 

View Stag Hill bike storage map (PDF). 

Bike storage for students living in Manor Park campus

At each location, there is a combination of secure and standard spaces. 

  • Block A to F are accessed with your room card and will require the use of a bike lock. 
  • Block G and H are accessed with a code and will require the use of a bike lock. 
  • Block P and Q: there are numerous bike racks available on the main entrance of the building. 
  • Block R: accessed with a code and will require the use of a bike lock.
  • Bellerby Court: secure spaces are accessed with a key and will require the use of a bike lock. 

To request a secure accommodation bike storage space, visit MySurrey Hive Manor Park to obtain a code, key or to have your card enabled. 

View Manor Park bike storage map (PDF).

Bike storage for students living in Hazel Farm campus

At each location, there is a combination of secure and standard spaces. 

Secure spaces are accessed with a code and will require the use of a bike lock. 

To request a secure accommodation bike storage space, visit or contact Stag Hill reception to obtain a code. 

View Hazel Farm bike storage map (PDF).

Rent an e-bike with Beryl

You can move around campus and Guildford affordably and sustainably from 16p per minute with our Beryl e-bikes.

Bikes are located across Stag Hill, Manor Park and Guildford, giving you a flexible, cost-effective and sustainable way to get around the University and the local area.

All you need to do is download the Beryl app, find your nearest bike and off you go!

Get started with Beryl

Beryl have even given you an exclusive student discount - you can get a whopping 25% off minute bundles and riding passes for the whole of the 2024/25 academic year! Bundles start at £8 for 50 minutes of riding, with bundles available up to 300 minutes for the most regular riders.

Get 25% off rides now 

A student on a Beryl Bike is crossing the road while making a thumbs up

Beryl e-bikes

Register your bike

Surrey Police recommend that you register your bike on the National Property Register via Immobilise. With this resource, you can log your details and record your bike serial number. If your bike is lost or stolen and subsequently recovered by the police, they will be able to check the register and trace this back to you.

Our promise

We are committed to helping cyclists by:

  • Improving both the quantity and quality of our storage facilities (where possible)
  • Working with the local authorities to improve cycle routes and facilities in Guildford and further afield in Surrey
  • Providing you with access to cheap bikes to hire or purchase
  • Providing access to regular mechanics to keep your cycles in good working order
  • Offering free cycle security guidance
  • Producing cycle maps
  • Putting you in touch with like-minded student cyclists and other online resources.

Abandoned bikes

Any bikes that are deemed to be abandoned will have a band tagged to the frame notifying the owner that they should move the bike by the date on the tag. If the bike isn't moved, we will remove the bike and donate it to the Guildford Bike Project so it can be refurbished or used for parts.

Recycle your bike

If you want to donate your bike, please contact the Transport team.

Tips for cyclists

  • Make sure your bike is fully insured and protected by a good strong lock. Some guidance suggests spending a minimum of 10% of the cost of your bike on a lock.
  • Use the cycle lanes that are available. Please don’t cycle on any campus pavements unless permitted to do so.
  • If you are cycling on the road at night, you are required by law to use lights.
  • Reflective clothing is essential for cycling at night. It is good to get into the habit of wearing reflective clothing for every journey, day or night.
  • Be sure to check your tyres, brakes and handlebars are working properly before cycling anywhere.

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