Travel Advice News

You may have already spotted the new bike parking areas around campus — they’re now fully installed with updated signage for staff and visitors.

Estates have added two new locations:

• A  larger bike rack outside the front of Walton Hall

🔥 Lithium Battery Safety – Important Guidance from London Fire Brigade

On average there is a fire from a lithium battery in an e-bike or e-scooter every two days in London.

Lithium batteries can pose a serious fire risk if they’re damaged, poorly charged, or used with the wrong equipment, among other things.

The London Fire Brigade has put together simple, practical tips on how to charge, store and look after lithium batteries safely. It’s a quick read that can help prevent overheating and fires at home or on the go.

Cyclescheme Newsletter - March 2026 - THE OU.pdf

Here are a few useful links on commuting and saving money 🚴‍♂️💷 because who doesn’t enjoy the idea of keeping a bit more cash in their pocket? Whether you're looking to cut travel costs, explore cheaper ways to get around, or simply outsmart the ever‑rising price of… well, everything 🙃, these articles are a good place to start.

E‑bike Resources and Helpful Guides

If you’re interested in learning more about e‑bikes, their components, safety, and how they can support your cycling journey, the following resources may be useful from Cyclescheme.

Full list of e‑bike blogs:

https://www.cyclescheme.co.uk/community/e-bikes

Recommended reads:

You can now get groceries or takeaway items delivered straight to campus.

Whether you fancy a treat or you’ve run out of office essentials, Starship robots are ready to help.

Simply place your order through the Starship app, and when your robot arrives, you can collect your items from the designated pick‑up point at the OU campus bus stops.

We’re excited to share that The Open University has partnered with Trek Bicycle Milton Keynes to offer exclusive in‑store discounts for OU staff and post-grad students.

🎉 Your exclusive Trek MK benefits:

• 12% off RRP on all accessories
• 7% off RRP on all bikes

These discounts are available in-store only at:

Looking to build confidence on a bike or get back into cycling? MKCC Cycling Team are offering free women’s cycling sessions in Milton Keynes, designed to help women of all abilities feel confident, comfortable, and happy on a bike – whether you’re a complete beginner or just a little rusty.

These friendly and supportive sessions focus on:

Please read and find out updated information to The OUs Car Park Strategy here