Druid Cycles main services
October 4, 20111. Professional bicycle repairs and services in SE1 , London
2. Refurbished vintage bicycle sales with a 3 months warranty
3. Bicycle checkups and cost evaluations free of charge
4. Bicycle assembly and taking apart
5. Bicycle repair out calls within 2 Miles of SE1 and bike recovery after accidents ,
6. Bicycle re – sprays and customizations , airbrush – and spray can art, powder coating.
7. Leather upholstery , saddle repair and hand made bicycle accessories.
8. Advise and referral to accident solicitors
Druid Cycles is a none for profit organisation and Community Interest Company. All funds generated are to pay for our costs only and any surplus generated is used either for community projects or towards sponsorship of cyclists. We also take bicycle and clothes donations.
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