Lovely people, good selection of bikes, and frequent sales & discounts make this a great bike shop. The workshop is also great, they did a good job with assembly and it's nice to have a single place t... See more
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Once the product was ready, it was fantastic advice, they took the time, answered all my questions very precisely. Super helpful. What could have been improved is the communication up to the point of... See more
Absolute legend! Took the time to make sure I was in the loop understood and catered to my autism and really took the time to make sure I was happy with everything and comfortable before I got to cycl... See more
I bought Madison shorts which are comfortable and stylish. Super friendly guy in the shop helped me find the right pair. Excellent service and a good price. Thank you.
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About Balfe's Bikes - Islington
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The Bike Sales and Servicing Specialists.
Founded in 2008, Balfe’s Bikes has 12 bike shops in London and the South East. We stock the world’s best bike brands including Trek, Specialized, Brompton, Whyte, Giant, BMC, Frog and more, plus all the acccessories you would expect.
We are proud to maintain high standards of service in our shops, our workshops and online. View our website for the latest product releases, deals and more to find everything you need to enjoy cycling.
About Balfe's Bikes
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- Free Click & Collect
- To our 12 stores across London and the South East
- Free delivery
- Free delivery on all bikes over £500 - Free delivery non-bike orders over £30 (*excluding bulky or restricted items free delivery over £100)
- 0% finance
- Available to help spread the cost via Klarna. Terms & Conditions apply.
- Cycle to Work available
- Vouchers accepted to save 25-39%
- Online service booking
- For our professional workshops
- Balfe’s personal bike delivery
- No unpacking required. Bike built and ready to ride straight away, for local customers
Contact info
33 Essex Road, Islington, N1 2SA, London, United Kingdom
- 020 45315550
4.7
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All around great!
2 August 2026
Lovely people
Lovely people, good selection of bikes, and frequent sales & discounts make this a great bike shop. The workshop is also great, they did a good job with assembly and it's nice to have a single place to both buy and service the bike.
2 August 2026
Excellent, friendly service
I bought Madison shorts which are comfortable and stylish. Super friendly guy in the shop helped me find the right pair. Excellent service and a good price. Thank you.
31 July 2026
Very friendly staff
Very friendly staff. Let me use the free bike pump outside and found out about their regular community bike rides. Very happy to come again when my bike needs its brakes changed.
6 August 2026
Unprompted review
Great job.
Very helpful and friendly, they sorted out the gears of my bike at a very short notice and did a great job.
6 August 2026
Unprompted review
Highly recommended!
Long at the Islington store was very kind, patient and helpful throughout the process of test-riding, selecting the bike and accessories and then picking it up. He paid meticulous attention to the order and ensured all items were handed over appropriately.
27 July 2026
Service was very good and helpful
22 July 2026
Great service and very helpful and…
Great service and very helpful and knowledgeable staff 👍.
21 July 2026
Very helpful.
23 July 2026
Absolute legend!!
Absolute legend! Took the time to make sure I was in the loop understood and catered to my autism and really took the time to make sure I was happy with everything and comfortable before I got to cycle into the sunset (my bike was causing me a lot of pain before and not goals pain)
20 July 2026
The staff at the store are very…
The staff at the store are very friendly and ready to do their best to help you solve any problem you have.
17 July 2026
Super-helpful
The staff at Balfe’s Islington are knowledgeable, friendly and extremely helpful.
24 July 2026
Unprompted review
Great service
Once the product was ready, it was fantastic advice, they took the time, answered all my questions very precisely. Super helpful. What could have been improved is the communication up to the point of delivery (several delays, hard to reach etc.)
12 July 2026
Great service
Very friendly and helped me figure out exactly the right back for my needs.
12 July 2026
Don't clean your bike with a pressure washer.
Balfe's in Islington serviced my bike - replaced the wheel bearings and checked things over - Ed in particular gave me good advice - never clean your bike with a pressure washer! Thanks.
17 July 2026
Unprompted review
Staff were friendly and great service
Staff were friendly and great service. Would definitely go there again.
13 July 2026
Easy purchase
Easy purchase. They took extra care to reduce seat post so that my daughter could sit comfortably.
8 July 2026
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