Thatcham · West Berkshire · By Appointment

Expert bike repair
from a genuine pro

20 years of hands-on experience and a background in bicycle manufacturing. All brands, all types, all budgets — looked after properly at a local workshop in Thatcham.

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All brands & types
Same-day simple repairs
Collection available
1–2 day turnaround
🏭 Former R&D Manager — bicycle manufacturer
🔧 20 years of professional repair
🚲 All brands & types — road, MTB, hybrid, kids', e-bike
📍 Workshop, Thatcham
What we do

Services

Every job gets proper attention. No unnecessary work recommended, no surprises on the bill.

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From £30 — see pricing below

Basic Service

A thorough, systematic service covering everything your bike needs to run safely and smoothly. Price reflects the calibre of the bike.

  • Safety check & full written condition report on all parts
  • Brakes & gears adjusted for optimised performance
  • Re-torquing of all critical fasteners, nuts and bolts
  • Realignment of components where necessary
  • Written quote for any worn or broken parts identified
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£25 / hour

Fault Identification & Repair

Something doesn't feel right but you're not sure what? We'll diagnose the problem and carry out the repair — charged at a fair hourly labour rate.

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£40 labour + parts

Parts Fitting & Upgrades

Fitting new or replacement components, or upgrading your drivetrain, brakes, or wheels. We source parts or fit your own. Always presented with budget, like-for-like, and upgrade options.

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All types welcome

All Bikes, All Brands

Road, mountain, hybrid, gravel, kids', folding, e-bikes — we work on everything mechanical. E-bike electrical systems are outside our scope but all mechanical work is welcome.

Clear, honest costs

Pricing

You'll always know what something costs before we start. No hidden fees, no surprises.

Kids' Bikes

£30–£50
Basic service
  • Safety check & written report
  • Brakes & gears adjusted
  • All fasteners re-torqued
  • Components realigned
Most Common

Adult Bikes

£70–£90
Basic service
  • Safety check & written report
  • Brakes & gears adjusted
  • All fasteners re-torqued
  • Components realigned

Mid–High End

£100–£135
Basic service
  • Safety check & written report
  • Brakes & gears adjusted
  • All fasteners re-torqued
  • Components realigned

Labour Rates

Fault identification & repair£25 / hour
Parts fitting & upgrades£40 (excl. parts)
Same-day simple repairsAvailable
Standard turnaround1–2 days

Collection & Return

Drop off at workshop (Thatcham)Free
Thatcham collection & return£5
Newbury & surrounding areas£10
Our approach to parts: When worn or broken components are found, you'll receive a full written quote before anything is ordered. We always present three options — a like-for-like replacement, a budget alternative, and a performance upgrade — so you can choose what's right for your bike and your budget. Parts are always costed separately from labour.
How it works

Drop-off, collection & return

We work by appointment from our workshop in Thatcham. Can't get to us? We'll come to you.

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Drop off at the workshop

Bring your bike to our workshop in Thatcham by appointment. We'll assess it with you and agree on the work before you leave.

Free — no collection charge
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Thatcham pick-up & return

We'll collect from your door in Thatcham and return the bike once the work is done. Just book a convenient slot.

£5 collection + £5 return
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Newbury & surrounding villages

We cover Newbury and nearby areas. Contact us to confirm your location — if we can reach you, we will.

£10 collection + £10 return
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Appointment only

All visits are by arrangement — this means your bike gets our full, undivided attention. Booking is quick via phone, WhatsApp, or the form below.

Flexible scheduling
20+

Years hands-on experience

R&D

Former bicycle manufacturer background

All brands welcome

Road · MTB · Hybrid · Gravel · Kids' · E-bike (mechanical)

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Former R&D Manager — Bicycle Manufacturer A career spent designing and developing bikes, not just fixing them. That depth of technical knowledge shapes how every job is diagnosed and done.
Who we are

Local expertise,
professional standards

Berkshire Bike Works is a one-person operation run from a workshop in Thatcham — by someone who has spent their career at the heart of the cycling industry, not just at the bench.

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    20 years of professional repair experience across all bike types and every major brand
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    Former R&D manager for a bicycle manufacturer — an exceptionally rare level of engineering knowledge
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    Honest assessments — you'll always be told exactly what your bike needs, nothing more
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    Parts options at every budget — like-for-like, cheaper alternative, or upgrade — always your call
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    One-person shop means focused, personal attention on every bike that comes through the door
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    E-bikes fully welcome for all mechanical work (electrical systems excluded)
Get in touch

Book a repair

All work is by appointment. Call, email, or drop us a WhatsApp and we'll arrange a time that suits.

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Location

Workshop, Thatcham
West Berkshire

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Phone

07306 145 143
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Email

mancunian1947 [at] hotmail.com
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Availability

Flexible — by appointment only
Same-day available for simple jobs

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Turnaround

1–2 days for standard services
Same-day for straightforward repairs

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