Advent Calendar

We love the anticipation of Christmas and would like you to join in the pushbike fun this season with our Free Advent Calendar Prize Draw.

To celebrate Christmas we're giving away a new cycling accessory weekly until Christmas Eve..

All you have to do is send us your e-mail address to: sales@pushbikehoney.com
for your chance to win.

 

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 On the first week of Advent Pushbikehoney gave to me...

Retro Red Blossom Panniers!
Our Winner Sue was thrilled to receive these in the post
"The panniers look really great and fun too "

Not only are these panniers SO stylish they are also water resistant with reflectors and plenty of room for shopping, books and stuff!

We sell a wide range of the most beautiful panniers
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On the second week of Advent Pushbikehoney gave to me...

Red Polka Dot Ding Dong Bell and Rainy Day Saddle Cover
Our Winner Skye was thrilled to receive these in the post

"Thank you so much - i can't wait to dress my bike up :)

 

Merry Christmas to you all too, and thanks for offering such an amazing website! "

 

 

 

 

 These charming accessories will add a touch of glamor to any bike. Our Ding Dong Bell is so eye catching and the saddle cover will keep your saddle dry on rainy days or brighten up a tired bike every day.

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On the third week of Advent Pushbikehoney gave to me...

 

Three fabulous prizes for your tiny tot!
YOU MAY BE THE LUCKY WINNER!

Join in to find out - draw takes place on 22 Dec with the hope of delivery on Christmas Eve (subject to weather and Royal Mail)



Kids Retro Wire Basket with blue & red gingham frill.
We love the tiny daisy detail on the trim.

• Easily lifts on and off handlebars
• Carry handle
• Robust and low maintenance

Gingham and polka dot - a classic combination these pretty panniers will be used again and again.

• double pannier
• water repellent material
• reflective strips on sides
• easy on easy off
• straps onto bike rack
• capacity 20L 

matching accessories>>

 

The Butterfly Bell completes the Prize.

 

• Red metal case with Butterfly design.
• Fits standard bicycle handlebars
• Dimensions - 2" diameter
• ideal gift -
• take a look at our matching accessories

 

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Pushbike LOVE

Pushbike LOVE

Spread a little love this week and let us know the name you've called your two wheels.

" I love my pushbike - she's called Betty after my Great Aunt. She's retro and stylish - everything I love!"

Love is in the air...
Join our latest quest to identify the TOP TEN UK bike names!


Quintessentially English

It's amazing how many of us give our wheels a name ...and as many of you have pointed out on bad days they can be called all sorts of names!

To celebrate our English Eccentricity's we are compiling a list of the top ten favourite bike names.

How to take part
Get friends and family to share the fun and email your names and bike pics to sales@pushbikehoney.com or add them to our  facebook page

Vote for your favourite
Make sure your name is top of the list - get your friends to LIKE your bikes name on facebook VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE!

Valentine Offer
Order a bike from us before the end of February and receive a FREE bottle of Champagne read more>

Halloween Fun

Trick or Treat by Pushbike

When half term is wet and dull there is nothing better than celebrating Halloween with friends and family.
This year we are going for a dark bike ride to a friends rambling home on the edge of an Abbey Grave Yard filled with tumbling Victorian headstones and twisted Yew trees...we're taking an Autumn picnic and mulled wine packed into our panniers and baskets for a spooky night of fun.

Getting SpOOky
Ideas to decorate our bikes, including LED mini lights, spider webbing and the odd plastic bat or spider are keeping the younger ones busy; whilst the rest are busy making fantastic Lanterns from re-cycled jam jars, paper, tissue, and wire.

Kids of all ages (yes including me) enjoy anything that involves a bit of Blue Peter spirit...

Why not organise your own spooky pushbike ride?

You could strap a skeleton onto the back rack of your bike or add a pumpkin to your basket... Lots of local parks organise Halloween events and
The National Trust have Halloween Family Fun Events for all the family near you.

pushbike inspiration
GHOULISH cycle ride...
COBWEBS & SPIDERS
BATS & PUMPKINS
TINY LED LIGHTS
IVY & AUTUMN LEAVES

Panniers laden with treats are a great way to get the kids involved - get them active but keep them safe by using cycle routes, paths and tracks.

Reflective clothing can be customised - get creative and add Skulls or Bats in black felt onto waistcoats; you can glue them on or sew them with tacking thread.
Not creative? Take a look at ASDA's Halloween costumes...

Halloween & Bonfire Night Family Fun
Why not cycle to a local firework display or organise your own party. Pushbikes laden with homemade goodies add to the sparkle of the evening.

Children will be full of fun and anticipation on arrival, the fresh air and cycling adding a healthy glow to their faces.

Our panniers can be filled with warm blankets, homemade goodies and autumn punch in the chill bag - it can keep food hot too!

Favourite AUTUMN recipe
SLIME SOUP!

WE LOVE Nigella's Slime Soup - its very easy to make and despite it's name tastes great try out this recipe...


500g frozen peas
1 spring onion
750ml boiling water
chicken or vegetable stock cube

Cook the frozen peas, chopped spring onion & stock in boiling water until tender. Then simply add it all to a blender (best to do this in batches or the kitchen will become a Slime Zone!) - blend to make the velvety slimy soup and add to flasks for an Autumn picnic!
Makes around 1 litre

Recipe from Nigella Lawsons FEAST

BASIL Blue Gingham Panniers and our Pannier Chill Bag that fits snugly inside making shopping and picnics easy.


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Happy Days with pushbikehoney.com

Pushbike Style -this seasons cycle chic customer

Bike Belle Spotlight
After a fantastic summer and meeting so many of you we decided to start a regular Bike Belle Spotlight focusing on a new pushbikehoney customer every month or so.

In Town with...

Cyclist: Bonk
Bike: Retro Cream Honey Bee, 3 speed with carrier
Accessories: Basil Blossom Panniers, Large Cambridge Wicker Basket, Pannier Chill Bags

This week we'd like to introduce you to Bonk (I know- great name) a busy 'super mum' of three she runs her own Pilates Studio and lives just outside the cycling mecca of Cambridge.

Buying a pushbike has changed my life for the better she says, after purchasing our retro Honey Bee earlier this year. The gorgeous retro bike was handmade to order, ideal if you are not a standard height (Bonk is a leggy blond!) she chose a wicker large basket and carrier together with pretty panniers to support her busy lifestyle.

Cycling clears my head, helps my posture and makes me smile!

How far she cycles a day – 4 miles to and from work – shopping on the way home.

The classic wide handlebars provide support and open my chest releasing tension stored in my shoulders and upper back'

LOVE the LifestyleCycle to work day – I carry class plans, books, change of clothes and the usual essentials for all us ladies!!!! Still lots of storage space free in my roomy panniers!



A ride on Flossy wakes me up to face the day feeling happy!


Weekly shopping day – My panniers are stacked high and thank god for my basket – as I chose to have the basket rack fitted as an extra on my bike – the weekly shop poses no problem – and once the basket is full roundabouts are not the usual dice with death that they used to be with the traditional basket pulling at the handlebars!! I wouldn’t be without my rack!!! I have even cycled home with my 18year old daughter sitting on the rack with the basket on her lap – quite a sight and hard work on the hills!!!

The LOOK
Leather Boots: FLY LONDON from Javelin
Jeans: FREEDOM
Blue fleece that matches her panniers!

My favourite things... if you ask my kids – they would say “Flossy” – yes I have named my gorgeous cream retro bike – apparently I love her more than any of them !! Why I wonder - is it because in a house of teenagers she is the only one who is home on time – goes to bed when told – is ready for work in the morning – helps with the shopping – when distressed merely rings her bell and never whines about going out for a blast of fresh air with me!!

If only I could persuade my dalmation to ride in her basket !!

Breakthrough Breast Cancer: I am part of the Suffolk Breakthrough Team. The Funky Pink Clip on Rose from Pushbikehoney adds some fun to my retro bike - 20% of every purchase goes to Breakthrough.

Green Living As a keen runner cycling Flossy to work has been a revelation – all the benefits of the run without the need for a shower on arrival – my mind is clear – my mood lifted – no road rage as I just glide my way past the jams – and the biggest smile on my face to start the day and the same in reverse at the end of the day – what more could I ask for – well in truth – less cobbles on East Street – nearly lost all my chocolate cup cakes on the way home last week (present from client). When I start to think of the perks of Flossy ownership the list is endless – no fuel costs – car left free for 18 year old daughter – no school run – what “cool” teenage boy is going to hitch a ride on my rack? So my not driving everyday has led to my kids walking more – as I no longer just pop them to school on my way to work – its a win win situation! No parking charges in town – just lock her up and wander off (although I worry that she’ll be ok whilst I’m gone – has Flossy become my fourth child?)

Rainy Day Blues? But the big question is - am I just a fair weather cyclist – watch this space – I bought Flossy in May so this will be my first winter – I’ll keep you informed.

Whats on her Xmas wish list?
Rainy Day saddle cover


Pilates with Bonk?
Pilates Studio contact: Bonk 

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Its a beautiful day

Today the sunlight has a beautiful warm tone that makes my daily commute a delight; especially when I can take a slow amble through the park before whizzing once more past all those stationary cars...

Time out
Heading off this morning after the normal mad morning 'rush hour' at home (a gaggle of Teens to get out of the door with school bags, sports kits, bikes etc) I decided I needed some 'time out' before heading into the office.

Taking the slow road
Cycling through Town I take the time to chose the 'slow road' - a walk through the local park.
The contrast between the busy streets and the refreshing gardens is welcoming. I stop, get off my bike and WALK - something that to be honest doesn't happen that often as I am almost stuck to the pedals! The Flowerbeds are getting new stock, the bells are chiming and the start of the day feels really rather special...and already I've forgotten that mad parent 'rush hour' and feel refreshed and content.

This morning I take time to visit the Ducks - rather moody as no bread in my basket today! but still interested enough to make me smile. They have found a puddle to use as a makeshift bath and despite peoples attention refuse to move even for bikes and buggies.
Cycletherapy
Of course stuck in a car its difficult to see that cycling offers such freedom but as I whizz by I know I am giving both my mind and body a well being blitz that is the best way to kick start the day. read more>

The High Life
I've decided theres really nothing wrong in making the most of your commute. I've learnt over the last years that going by bike offers me far more choices. For instance I can stop by the Coffee Bar and meet up with friends, pick up the paper or lunch on the way or just take some essential 'time out' to destress, evaluate and plan the day ahead.


Here's to the cycle to work scheme! read more>
Long may you commute by bike
Use the Green Gym - it's FREE read more>

Go Green Go By Bike...and feel all the better for it!

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Breakthrough Breast Cancer

Thankyou for helping us make a difference.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

GO PINK
RAISE MONEY
SAVE LIVES

Pushbike Honey actively raises funds for Breakthrough Breast Cancer, sponsoring events and taking an active part (not just pedalling!)

A big THANK YOU to everyone that joined in SALSA NIGHT - we had a fantastic time and it was great to see everyone having such a giggle.
Who's got my two left feet now?

You can pop along and meet us at any of these events:
Do you fancy a girls' night in with Colin Firth, Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Alan Rickman and Rowan Atkinson? We're taking over the retro Bury Picture House for our own private viewing of
LOVE ACTUALLY


Join us for a great NIGHT £10 donation>
drink on arrival and goodie bag!

Friday 22nd October 7.30pm
Come along and join the fun: book tickets>

  "Hugh Grant, chocolate and good company"


Bury Market Goes Pink
Come along to a traditional Market and see it dressed in Pink
Saturday 23rd October
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Aerial Photo
GO PINK @ THE ARC
Sunday 24 October

Breakthrough aerial photo at the Arc in Bury St Edmunds 9.30am

We are calling for 2,300 friends and family to come along pinked up for this special event which will be filmed by BBC Look East and published in local press.

Join in by donating £5 to Breakthrough or sign in at One Bull on Angel Hill Bury st Edmunds

 

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We support Breakthrough Breast Cancer and Cancer Research, actively organising and supporting events. We run, cycle or walk for funds and organise events. Breakthrough and Cancer research make a rea difference, but they rely on on the support of people like you to ensure they can keep up their pioneering work.

Join us at one of our local fundraising events...we'd love to meet you! Everyone is welcome. Keep up to date with our fundraising on facebook and Twitter

We also sponsor an accessory each season giving 10% of the profits to Suffolk Breakthrough see more>


Thankyou for helping us make a difference.
Penny is part of the Suffolk Breakthrough Volunteer Fundraising Group.


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The Great Pushbike Honey Give away!

Fancy £250 to spend on any accessory or pushbike?

Follow us on facebook, add reviews and snippets onto our facebook page and be entered for our great giveaway! Just add comments regulary for your chance to win £250 PBH vouchers
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Pushbike Honey Giveaway is open to everyone - anyone can win, like pedalling our retro bikes there are no age limits! Its easy all you need to do is add comments read more >
Simply share your pushbike stories, or review our fabulous products...it's as easy as that! count me in>

Whats the funniest thing you've carried on your bike?...
"my border terrier bryan he loves it :-)" add more>

Post photo's - show us what you're pedalling and where your'e cycling. 
Find out about new cycle routes, the latest fashion bike bags and accessories and make new friends. Its so easy to be part of the fun. Read more>

"Betty has taken me to work and back for 6 weeks now - she has pride of place in my living room and I'm very taken with my new Rainy Day saddle cover - thanks Pushbikehoney!"Read more>

Tell us how you manage your shopping, school run, commute - we like to keep up to date with our friends.Keep in touch! ok I will>

Competiton rules

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Tour Of Britain with Pushbike Honey's

Pushbikes, Heals and Lycra
Pushbike Honey took a lead part in The Tour Of Britain by escorting the Teams out of the Suffolk Heritage Town Bury St Edmunds.

The Pushbike Honey's jumped at the chance to cycle through the streets in style. Lollipops and stickers were handed out to the onlookers in true 'Tour de France' style.

Ding Dong!
Plenty of cheering, bell ringing and wolf whistles followed as the Honey Team took position in front of the Lycra clad Team.
"What a treat - you made my day" PC Nick

The pushbikes were decorated with clip on funky flowers, saddle covers and panniers in pinks, blues and white...

Dressed in long romantic white skirts, retro helemets and heals the girls made a lifestyle statement "Come on girls get Cycling!" they cheered to encourage ladies of all ages to get pedaling.

"Cycling promotes well being and happiness, you don't have to be lycra clad, just enjoy the the fresh air and get out there"
Penny

Highlights can be seen on ITV4 and BBC Look East



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You can ring my BELL

Bike Belles and handlebar candy!
Be the Belle of the Cycle Lane with our stylish Bells and Horns.
Adding stylish accessories to your pushbike is an easy way to update your look. Our sassy range of bells add charm and on trend fun.
 'It's silly but a new bell really brings out the child in me - lets hear it for the Cycle Girls!' - Exeter

There's nothing wrong in having a little fun in your life and our new Autumn collection of Bike Bells are great gifts that will make your freinds and family smile; take a look at our kids range


Do you 'hoot','chime', or 'Ding Dong'?

You are what you ride or what you ring! Our range has the latest cool designs, retro bells, funky horns and classic looks for your handlebar.
Bells and Horns

You can ring my Bell, or hoot my Horn!Brighten up the Autumn term with a gift that will keep them safe and remind them of home.
"I LOVE my Penguin Hooter Mum x"

This quirky Pengiun Hooter is one of our best sellers.
Keep a look out for our new Gifts for Teens and Gifts for Kids

NEW Honking Alien Hooter - the stranger from outer space for your handlebar.

Keep your little ones fit and healthy with fun accessories for their bikes.
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