making cycling accessible to everyone

Retail Redesigned

PCM Group started from a small market stall in Essex, England in 1968 and has grown to become Britain's largest independent bicycle retailer.

Today, the group owns and operates 23 retail stores and operates E-commerce platforms capturing over half a million visitors per month.

As well as our strong retail and online presence, we import and distribute a wide volume of products through our two main distribution centres totalling over 120,000 sq ft of warehouse space. 

Our history

N J Thake Cycles Is Launched

Our founder, Nick Thake started his bicycle business as a 16-year old, initially buying, repairing & selling used bikes from home. As soon as he was 17 and got his driving license he started selling bikes & toys on street markets.

Independent for our customers

As an independent company, we are able to focus our infrastructure and investment where it is required most by our customers, providing high-quality, competitively priced bikes, components and accessories.