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2nd September 2024


I’ve been dreaming of riding my own bike
My daughter says “mummy I want us riding together
I called up and was giving a date to come in on the Monday, it was so
fast! I didn’t think id be riding on the first day – you really did a good job
teaching me , I cant believe it, im so happy, just one lesson.
In other places you have to pay a fortune for them to teach you how to
ride. The gentlemen here are so good to teach you , they are so patient.
I’m so happy! Well done, well done well done!

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Victoria; 43 years old

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10 Aug 2024

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Good morning Norman,

thank you so much for taking your time to talk to me last week! It was really insightful and so inspiring seeing all the kids on the bikes!

 Kassandra Moosbrugger

Glasgow University

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8th August 2024

It was a great experience using the carts, I had loads of fun and I would definitely come over again

Mika Sarleek age 12

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8th August 2024

What a wonderful scheme! The kids (and Dad!) had lots of fun here. A great stop off after the playground.

“the most fund we have had in Glasgow” my 7 year old and 9 year old did declare. The staff are wonderful. I really do hope to volunteer

Charlotte.

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3rd August 2024

Thank you so and much for this opportunity to learn and play to try out new things. Our group was two at age 9, one at age 7 and one at 71, aye 71. And we all had a shot at everything. Your volunteers are patient and funny and helpful. The track is easy + lovely to see a proper opportunity for all nations, people with disadvantages and us old codgers. The kids loved the bogies.

Thanks again guys

Tremendous (Mags)

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 26/07/2024

Good afternoon, Norman

It was lovely to speak to you today, have some comments from our children

Riding the bike was so relaxing – O age 6

It was fun!, H age 9

It was fun because I saw my friend ther! LR age 10

I had the time of my life! It was brilliant! H age 10 years

My legs are sore, but I had so much fun! M age 8

Loved it so much! N age 8

It was fun but sometimes scary! T age 10

The workers at the Glasgow Green site, were so friendly, helpful and informative, helped our children get on and off the bikes/go-carts, nothing was a bother to them, we will definitely be back – Marie, Task Childcare

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24th July 2024

Thank you to freewheel for having us today, all of our kids and mentors had a fantastic time cycling in the sun (and rain!) Without having this local and so affordable we may not have been able to  take our kids on a trip this summer! We will be back!

Wise mentoring

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What a great community project Free Wheel North is! This exactly the type of project that the local council should by supporting. It’s cheap enough for everyone to participate in, it is outdoors and encourages physical activity, and interaction with others in the community. As someone who lives in the Netherlands, I am shocked the local council does not give any support to such a worthwhile community project.

Jacques McHevt

 

21 7 24

Hi Norman

I hope you’re well.

Thanks for such a welcoming session yesterday. The families had an excellent time and we’ll definitely include you in future holiday programmes. I’ve got an excellent picture of a dad having the time of his life. Once I get permission, I could share with you if you’d like.

Thanks again

Julie

Glasgow Life

 

26th June 2024

Just a little note to say thank you to all at the staff at free wheelnorth for everything youi do for our group of autistic home educated kids. During our time I have seen them build confidence, courage and friendships with volunteers and each other. I am so very grateful

See you in August

Take care x

 

20th June 2024

What a wonderful experience for the children! All three classes had a fantastic time. Great venue and wonderful staff. Thanks! We will be back again next year!

 

Alexander primary

 

 

18th June

Thanks for all the good work , the commitment and fun day out to many people in the city. Thank you one and all.

We forgot to say , thank you volunteers and staff. Pop round to our space, relax in our dream machine, meet others who love all you do

 

Lorraine and Linda

 

 

15th June 24

Fantastic facility on the volunteers are so helpful and the credit to the organization.

Richard Stainforth.

 

 

7th June 2024

 

The pupils from school had a brilliant time on their bikes. They were well supported, encouraged and safe. As pupils who speak English as a second language this was a very accessible and enjoyable way to spend time outdoors and keeping fit. I would love to see a cycle track in Springburn – it would be perfect for the community and much needed!

Elmvale primary, Springburn

 

 

28th May 2024, four comments

 

All the staff and volunteers and endlessly helpful, cherry, adaptive and promote inclusion and independence across the ethos of Free Wheel North. The support of our young people’s self-regulation, self-advocacy and independence has been second to none.

 

Joan Sweeney

 

Middlefield School

 

This is a great service provided by these guys. A nominal fee gives you great access to adapted bikes.

 

Michael

The Mungo Foundation

 

 

Staff are always more than accommodating, friendly and go the extra mile to make sure we’re having fun!

Sam Morrow

Enable

 

Fantastic Service for our children to enjoy the experience of cycling in a safe environment. They absolutely love it!

Kirkriggs School

27 5 24

We have enjoyed every time we have come to freewheel. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and always happy to help. A great place. I would recommend to others. Thank you.

Will be back again soon

Everett and Cherie [

 

 

 

Dear Sirs, 17 5 24

 

I am contacting you on behalf of the 77th Glasgow Disabled Scouts.  We have historically had a wonderful evening with freewheelnorth [2023] and all of the Scout thoroughly enjoy the experience.   I wish to enquire about using the service again for our last night before we finish up before our Summer break. We would be looking to book for Monday the 24th of June, 19:00 – 20:45.  Please let me know if you require any further information.  

 

Ross Syme

Group Scout Leader (lead volunteer)

Glasgow Disabled Scouts

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22 march

 

THank you very much the kids love to come to ride the bikes

 

Rooney Lavina Graham Youth Family and Community Learning Worker East Kilbride Inclusion and Wellbeing Service.

 

21st March

Barmulloch Primary did our sponsored cycle here today to raise money for Cash for Kids. We can’t thank Norman enough for his support, organisation and patience! Our children and families showed off their skills and resilience and some learned to ride bikes. What an Amazing place.!!

Barmulloch Primary

 

16th March

We had a great time trying lots of different bikes. The common bike is amazing, I’ve always wanted to try one, thanks for the opportunity

Marion (France)

 

16th March 2024

Thank you so much for the opportunity. The kids loved trying all the different bikes and the whole family where able to take part. Staff were fantastic with the kids, helping them, went above and beyond. Large area for kids to try all the different bikes.

Tracey

11th March 2024

Such excellent help and support from John and Deines, allowing our young people to develop their friendships and regulate emotions in a safe and engaging space.

Middlefield School

 

24th February 2024

Came across Free Wheel by chance. Kids absolutely loved it. Plan to come back another day and will definitely tell others. Great work team!

Pamela Strachan

I would love to see this service with more resources to allow them to continue serving the public in the east end of Glasgow. They contribute massively to reducing inequalities and providing a safe and welcoming place for the residents to take part with no constraints. The folk are wonderful who run this. Well done! May you continue to thrive and flourish.

Jennifer Butler

 

 

24th January 2024

Hello,

 

I am a primary teacher working within a nurture base within Miller Primary in Castlemilk. We have visited a couple of times now. Our children enjoy every aspect of the space, choices of things to ride, helpful staff. One of my children felt very anxious on the go kart and after a couple of tries is now fully confident! Our children always ask to come here when we are planning a trip out and the staff always make time to make us feel welcome. At times our children can become distressed or dysregulated and freewheelnorth never places judgement on any situation and always go the extra mile. We recently held a bake sale and our raised funds are for a donation to community cycle which we will be passing on at our next visit. Just wanted to pass on this feedback as it is well earned :)

 

Many Thanks

 

Stephanie Shields

Miller Primary Enhanced Nurture Provision

 

20 January 2024

Our kids love Freewheel North and always ask to go the bike track @glasgow green. We have brought many friends and appreciate the work of the volunteers.

Craig McCormack

 

5th January 2024

Haven’t been since before covid but so glad my son reminded me of his good memories of being here! Brilliant to be back – great, helpful staff, great range of bikes and lively for them to get to try them all. We’ll be back and also recommended it to friends.

Thanks so much for keeping this facility going!

Julia plus 3 kids.

 

 

 

6th June 2024

Just a little note to say thank you to all at the staff at Free Wheel North for everything you do for our group of autistic home educated kids. During our time I have seen them build confidence, courage and friendships with volunteers and each other. I am so very grateful. See you in August.

Take care x

 

20th June 2024

What a wonderful experience for the children! All three classes had a fantastic time. Great venue and wonderful staff. Thanks! We will be back again next year!

 Alexander Primary

 

18th June 2024

Thanks for all the good work , the commitment and fun day out to many people in the city. Thank you one and all. We forgot to say , thank you volunteers and staff. Pop round to our space, relax in our dream machine, meet others who love all you do.

Lorraine and Linda from the Space

 

15th June 2024

Fantastic facility on the volunteers are so helpful and the credit to the organization.

Richard Stainforth

 

7th June 

The pupils from school had a brilliant time on their bikes. They were well supported, encouraged and safe. As pupils who speak English as a second language this was a very accessible and enjoyable way to spend time outdoors and keeping fit. I would love to see a cycle track in Springburn – it would be perfect for the community and much needed!

Elmvale Primary, Springburn

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22nd March

Thank you very much the kids love to come to ride the bikes

Rooney Lavina Graham Youth Family and Community Learning Worker East Kilbride Inclusion and Wellbeing Service.

 

21st March

Barmulloch Primary did our sponsored cycle here today to raise money for Cash for Kids. We can’t thank Norman enough for his support, organisation and patience! Our children and families showed off their skills and resilience and some learned to ride bikes. What an Amazing place.!!

Barmulloch Primary

 

16th March

We had a great time trying lots of different bikes. The common bike is amazing, I’ve always wanted to try one, thanks for the opportunity

Marion (France)

 

16th March 

Thank you so much for the opportunity. The kids loved trying all the different bikes and the whole family where able to take part. Staff were fantastic with the kids, helping them, went above and beyond. Large area for kids to try all the different bikes.

Tracey

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11th March

Such excellent help and support from John and Deines, allowing our young people to develop their friendships and regulate emotions in a safe and engaging space.

Middlefield School

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24th February

Came across Free Wheel by chance. Kids absolutely loved it. Plan to come back another day and will definitely tell others. Great work team!

Pamela Strachan
 

February​

I would love to see this service with more resources to allow them to continue serving the public in the east end of Glasgow. They contribute massively to reducing inequalities and providing a safe and welcoming place for the residents to take part with no constraints. The folk are wonderful who run this. Well done! May you continue to thrive and flourish.

Jennifer Butler

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24th January

I am a primary teacher working within a nurture base within Miller Primary in Castlemilk. We have visited a couple of times now. Our children enjoy every aspect of the space, choices of things to ride, helpful staff. One of my children felt very anxious on the go kart and after a couple of tries is now fully confident! Our children always ask to come here when we are planning a trip out and the staff always make time to make us feel welcome. At times our children can become distressed or dysregulated and freewheelnorth never places judgement on any situation and always go the extra mile. We recently held a bake sale and our raised funds are for a donation to community cycle which we will be passing on at our next visit. Just wanted to pass on this feedback as it is well earned :)

Stephanie Shields

Miller Primary Enhanced Nurture Provision

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20th January 

Our kids love Free Wheel North and always ask to go the bike track @ glasgow green. We have brought many friends and appreciate the work of the volunteers.

Craig McCormack

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7th January

I was pointed in the direction of this wonderful charity by Cerebral Palsy Scotland while trying to source a trike for my three year old grandson over the Christmas period. What an amazing place! A cycle circuit in the middle of Glasgow Green which is fully accessible to those with disabilities. Staffed by an amazing group of people who are committed to making cycling inclusive for all. Everyone we met was friendly and helpful but also efficient and simply made things happen. The end result being one very happy boy out and about on a trike on his holidays. Fantastic! Thank you Norman and team, you are changing lives. I shall be spreading the word.​

Alison

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5th January 2024

Haven’t been since before covid but so glad my son reminded me of his good memories of being here! Brilliant to be back – great, helpful staff, great range of bikes and lively for them to get to try them all. We’ll be back and also recommended it to friends. Thanks so much for keeping this facility going!

Julia plus 3 kids

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