Cycle King Reviews 

4,270
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Looking at 389 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that the store staff are extremely helpful, friendly, and very knowledgeable when assisting with purchases and offering great advice. People also deeply appreciate the quick delivery times and the efficient online purchasing process that brings items straight to their doors in good condition. Some reviewers were not happy with delivery delays, booking issues, and occasional missing parts upon arrival. Others additionally noted recurring problems with customer support responsiveness, unhelpful staff interactions during store visits, and unresolved maintenance concerns after purchasing.

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Product

Clients share positive opinions on product quality, highlighting sturdy construction and affordable pricing.... See more

Service

Customers had positive experiences with service, frequently highlighting friendly, prompt, and efficient... See more

Staff

People report positive experiences with staff, describing the team as exceptionally friendly, professional,... See more

Delivery service

Customers consistently note positive experiences with delivery service, highlighting that orders often arrive... See more

Customer service

Users describe positive interactions with customer service, highlighting fast email responses and helpful... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simon at Cycle King Cambridge sorted me out for a good second-hand bike that met all my requirements. Have had it for a few weeks and it has held up to a long commute and looks good (but not so good t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smashing service, they rang to say they didn't have the bike I had ordered at their store but another store close by did have one and if ok they would arrange for that one to be delivered. It... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Went to see bike at Croydon shop but none on display but Thomas got one unboxed for me to look at, I went home to ponder on it, went for it and ordered it online for Rochester shop delivery . Billy se... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I tried to purchase a bike on their website, however at the checkout it said collection only and I live at the other side of the country. I sent them an email expressing my desire to purchase a bike f... See more


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  1. #8 of 12 best companies in Recreation centre

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Cycle King is the UK's largest family-owned cycle retailer. View our range of men's, women's & children's bikes and a fantastic range of cycling accessories.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sent the wrong item

Sent the wrong item, then want you to pay postage to return the wrongly sent item or even pay £20 for a courier to pick it up and return the item. What a joke

7 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful staff

Simon at Cycle King Cambridge sorted me out for a good second-hand bike that met all my requirements. Have had it for a few weeks and it has held up to a long commute and looks good (but not so good that I'm overly worried about it being stolen - ideal). Overall very happy.

11 August 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great all-round service from start to finish!

From placing the order, to delivery to the store and finally collecting the bike, the whole experience was excellent. The staff at the Yardley Cycle Kings store were brilliant, friendly, helpful and explained everything clearly. We walked away very happy, and most importantly, our 9-year-old is an extremely happy bunny with his new Selcano mountain bike! 🚲😁

Just one tiny hiccup: when we placed the order, the website stated that the bike came with hydraulic brakes, but we were later contacted and advised that they were actually mechanical brakes. The website has since been updated, so hopefully that avoids any confusion for future customers.

Other than that, we honestly couldn't fault the service.

Thank you to the team at Cycle Kings, and we'll see you in 8 weeks for the free service, which is also included with the bike. 👍

Highly recommended!

16 August 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great experience, I had a bit of difficulty in putting my bike together one of the pedals was faulty - quick email sorted it, Richard was very helpful and I received a new pedal the next morning.
Great communication 😊

19 August 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unwilling to help staff members

I’m very disappointed with my experience at Cycle King today.

About two weeks ago, I went in with my son’s bike because the crank arm was broken. The person who helped me at the time was very nice and helpful. They advised me to order the part and come back, saying that once I had it, they could fit it the same day as it was only a small job that would take around 10 minutes.

Today, I went back with my two boys. We don’t live locally, so it was a journey for us. Unfortunately, the person working there today told me to come back tomorrow. I politely asked if they could at least loosen the crank arm so I could change it myself, but again there was no willingness to help and I was simply told to come back tomorrow.

I previously had a very good opinion of Cycle King, but today’s experience was very disappointing. It’s a shame because not all staff seem to be as friendly and helpful as the person who assisted me the first time.

28 August 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Couldn't fulfil the delivery date we paid extra for, no apology and tried to give us an ex-display instead

We ordered a bike through the website and paid for faster delivery, then received an email saying that they won't have it in store until after the delivery date we'd already paid for - no apology from them. They offered us an ex-display bike FOR THE SAME PRICE or we could wait until the following week to receive the new bike we had paid for. We had already shown our son the bike and told him the date it was being delivered, so then had to break it to him that we'd been sold something that the company didn't have on site and that we'd have to find another company. We went with a more expensive bike from Decathlon and delivery was taken a day earlier than we expected so everything worked out well but, after the rude customer service and no apology from the company, I wouldn't touch this company again.

14 August 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smashing service

Smashing service, they rang to say they didn't have the bike I had ordered at their store but another store close by did have one and if ok they would arrange for that one to be delivered.

It was a present for my Grandson and they assured me it would arrive in time for his Birthday and be ready to collect..

It was and he was chuffed with it

31 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Local and Experts

The quality of the parts, along with their value and knowledge was Outstanding. My local Cradley Heath Store deserves a 5 Star just for the Quality and Customer service.

Thank you

REGARDS Steve D

10 August 2026

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