NATC was formed to give Vision Impaired people in our community, and beyond, the opportunity to be able to cycle with the aid of a fully sighted Pilot. The age range of our members is 30yrs – 83yrs. NATC is not only for the Vision Impaired, we accept applications from the wider community over the age of 18yrs, ie, people that has mental health issues, people that are isolated at home on their own. NATC gives these people a sense of belonging and Inclusion, Cycling improves physical fitness and mental health, the social aspect of our group alone brings people out of the Isolation that many in our community suffer from. NATC makes use of the many Cycle Paths in and around Ayrshire which makes for a safe riding experience for our members.

Tandem bikes are an expensive commodity to upkeep. Spares such as Tyres, Spare Tubes, Puncture repair kits and associated tools, Secure Parking Locks can be a constant drain on our limited resources for our 14 Tandems.

Tyres at….£28 each…7 required = £196

Tubes at £5.40 each…28 required = £ 151

Puncture repair kits a £7.50 each…14 Required = £105

Tool Kits at £12.50 each…14 Required = £175 

Secure Parking Locks at £27 each...14 Required = £378

Our project will run fortnightly brunch sessions for around 20 people, offering a taste of Middle Eastern cooking such as kebabs and falafel. These meals will bring together people from Syria, other communities, and local residents to share food, build friendships, and promote cultural exchange. Alongside the food events, we will organise football sessions for adults, combining sport and social activities to strengthen community bonds.

• Food for brunch sessions (approx. £50 per session × 10 sessions) = £500

• Football pitch hire (approx. £40 per session × 10 sessions) = £400

• Refreshments for football sessions = £100

Total = £1,000