Free Cycle Marking and Registration

Join the Metropolitan Police for a free bicycle marking and registration session in Church Square Putney, conveniently located next to St Mary’s Church near Putney Bridge. This community safety initiative helps protect your bicycle against theft by registering it on the national Bike Register database—the UK’s leading bike registration scheme used by police forces across the country.

During this one-hour session, police officers from the Thamesfield team will mark your bicycle frame with a unique identification number and register all details on the secure Bike Register database. This permanent marking acts as a powerful deterrent to thieves, as marked bikes are significantly harder to sell and easily traced back to their rightful owners.

The registration also means that if your bicycle is ever stolen and subsequently recovered by police, it can be quickly returned to you. Please bring your bicycle with you to the session, as officers need to physically mark the frame and record the frame number for registration. The marking process is quick, professional, and won’t damage your bicycle’s finish.

Officers will also provide advice on bicycle security, including the best types of locks to use and secure parking practices around Putney and Wandsworth. Bicycle theft remains a concern in London, with thousands of bikes stolen each year. Putney’s proximity to the Thames Path, excellent cycling routes, and high number of commuters makes it essential for residents to protect their valuable bicycles.

The Bike Register database has helped reunite thousands of owners with their recovered bicycles and has been instrumental in reducing bicycle crime across the capital. This initiative is part of the Metropolitan Police’s ongoing commitment to community safety in the Wandsworth area. The Thamesfield team regularly organizes crime prevention events and works closely with local residents to create safer neighborhoods. By taking advantage of this free service, you’re not only protecting your own property but contributing to broader crime prevention efforts in SW15.

Church Square Putney provides an ideal location for this community service—easily accessible from Putney Bridge station, with nearby cycle parking and situated right in the heart of Putney’s historic center. Whether you cycle for commuting, leisure, or errands around Putney and Wandsworth, this registration will provide valuable peace of mind. Don’t miss this opportunity to protect your bicycle investment with professional marking and registration. The service is completely free, takes just minutes per bicycle, and could prove invaluable if your bike is ever stolen.