The Clwyd Branch of CPRW, the Welsh Countryside Charity, has announced that the 2025 Rural Wales Award has been presented to Drosi Bikes of Llangollen, recognising its "outstanding contribution" to community-led environmental action and sustainable transport across North Wales.
The award was presented at a ceremony in Llangollen, attended by members of the CPRW Clwyd Branch.
Drosi Bikes was commended for its innovative approach to reducing waste, promoting cycling, and inspiring local communities to make greener transport choices.
Drosi refurbishes and recycles second-hand bicycles, reducing landfill waste while making cycling more affordable and accessible.
The project promotes sustainable travel and connects people with the landscape in a healthy, environmentally friendly way. Its work directly supports CPRW’s aims of reducing environmental impact while enhancing rural life.
The initiative brings strong community benefit, creating volunteering opportunities, sharing practical skills, and running training sessions that help people learn to maintain their own bikes and gain confidence to use cycling as a regular form of transport. Their programmes engage young people, families, and schools, increasing environmental awareness and encouraging sustainable lifestyles.
The judging panel praised Drosi Bikes for providing an inspirational model for other communities.
The panel said that by tackling climate change at a grassroots level, the organisation shows how local action can make a lasting difference, reducing carbon emissions, reusing valuable resources, and strengthening wellbeing across rural Wales.
Bob Gaffey, CPRW Clwyd Branch Chairman, said: “Drosi Bikes embodies what our Rural Wales Awards are all about – community-led environmental action that improves lives while protecting the countryside. Their work demonstrates how sustainability, health, and social inclusion can go hand in hand. It’s a fantastic example of practical solutions with real, long-term impact.”
Beth of Drosi Bikes said: “We’re honoured to receive this award from CPRW. Our mission has always been to make cycling more accessible, reduce waste, and help people feel empowered to travel more sustainably. It’s wonderful to see this work recognised within the rural communities we serve.”
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