MEET THE TEAM
ELLY HARGREAVE
CAPTAIN
Manages all aspects of our charity including all fundraising. Often at our base working operationally on our All-Ages Service too. 30 years’ experience in charity plus public and private sector too. Been a BBC Broadcast Journalist as well as Human Rights Campaigns Manager at The Body Shop International. Led three charities, co-founded two and former trustee Brighton Carers Centre. Learnt to ride a cycle aged 18 and took up cycling as broken spine rehabilitation aged 31. Raised by a parent with disability and been a young-carer. With team at our start in 2017.
LOUISA BARKLA
CREW MANAGER
Supports our Volunteer Cycle-Pilots on our Elder Care Ride Service. Responsible for the behind-the-scenes ride management, Cycle-Pilot training and communications.
20 years’ experience in the charity and corporate sector, including in communications for UNICEF UK and a trailblazing homeless healthcare organisation in Brighton. Joined the team in 2024.
THEO DUNCUMB ROGERS
RIDE ENABLER - ALL-AGES SERVICE
Supports the delivery of our 'All-Ages Ride Service, training Carers to pilot the side-by-side and other trikes on this service. It’s non-stop ride preparation to ensure safe, inclusive and enjoyable rides for all. All rides go out at just 30 minute ‘turn-around’ intervals. She’s most often out cycle-training/supporting newer Carer pilots.
She’s coached young people in cycling skills and worked in university outreach, childrens’ social work and communications. Joined the team in
HUGH THOMAS
MECHANIC MAGICIAN
Maintains our fleet of specialist, adaptable cycles to the highest standard, keeping pedals turning and Participants and Cycle-Pilots moving happily.
Has had a varied career, working with schools, charities and companies. He's done plenty of bike mechanic work including a stint as a Workshop Manager of a bike company. All round unflappable and cheerful human who enjoys helping people access the benefits of cycling.
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