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Prospero
Become the master of your island, or city, with the Prospero – exceptional quality at a price that redefines what's possible from a hand-crafted British bicycle.
This agile and dependable machine is ready to guide you through whatever the urban landscape can throw at you, from first light commutes to late night rides home.
Built around the formidable Reynolds 631 steel frame and hand-brazed in our Stratford-upon-Avon factory, such stuff as dreams are made on.
Choose your style: the nimble 10-speed derailleur version for responsive gear changes and lightweight performance, or the 8-speed Shimano Nexus hub gear model for virtually maintenance-free urban riding with integrated roller brakes. Both can be upgraded for extra utility by adding full-length mudguards, LED lighting and kickstand for true all-weather, all-day capability.
Prospero
Become the master of your island, or city, with the Prospero – exceptional quality at a price that redefines what's possible from a hand-crafted British bicycle.
This agile and dependable machine is ready to guide you through whatever the urban landscape can throw at you, from first light commutes to late night rides home.
Built around the formidable Reynolds 631 steel frame and hand-brazed in our Stratford-upon-Avon factory, such stuff as dreams are made on.
Choose your style: the nimble 10-speed derailleur version for responsive gear changes and lightweight performance, or the 8-speed Shimano Nexus hub gear model for virtually maintenance-free urban riding with integrated roller brakes. Both can be upgraded for extra utility by adding full-length mudguards, LED lighting and kickstand for true all-weather, all-day capability.
The Prospero fuses retro class with modern urban demands – and now delivers it at our most accessible price point ever. This hand-built British bicycle proves that quality and value aren't mutually exclusive.
Created for agility and versatility, the Prospero is built around the proven, tough and lightweight Reynolds 631 steel tubing, hand-brazed to create a beautiful contoured yet purposeful frame that balances performance and comfort.
In classic Pashley tradition, every Prospero is built to order in our factory, allowing you to personalise your ride with custom colours and carefully chosen upgrades – creating a bicycle as individual as your commute.
True versatility comes from the optional Pashley Porteur front rack, hand-crafted in our factory and capable of carrying up to 6kg of luggage – perfect for the office laptop, weekend groceries, or an impromptu picnic in the park.
High-volume 27.5" tubeless ready rims and Panaracer tyres glide over rougher roads and more challenging terrain, offering tremendous grip in the wet. The powerful hydraulic disc brakes (on the derailleur model) or integrated Shimano roller brakes (on the hub gear model) allow you to stay in complete control through busy junctions and sudden stops.
The first-class aesthetic and modern-metro capability are completed by a classic silver finishing kit, Selle Italia Turbo saddle, and CNC machined chainset – details that matter when you're riding every day.
Take command of every season with a selection of thoughtfully designed additions. Painted, full-length alloy mudguards keep the elements at bay, a bright LED headlamp lights the way ahead, and a sturdy kick-down stand adds everyday ease. Complete the setup with the optional Pashley Porteur rack, hand-crafted in our workshop, bringing practical carrying capability without compromising the Prospero’s poised handling.
| Frame Size | Inside Leg Length | Stand-over height |
| S | 28 - 34" | 30" |
| M | 30 - 36" | 31.5" |
| L | 32 - 38" | 33" |
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The Prospero comes in three frame sizes shown in the table, followed by their corresponding inside leg length range and stand-over height.
The frame size is the distance between the centrepoint of the cycle's bottom bracket (where the pedal arms extend from) and the top of the frame's seat tube (where the seatpost enters the frame).
Leg length should be measured from the sole of your foot to the inner top of your thigh (in inches) - please note that this is a different measurement to your trouser inside leg length. If your inside leg length falls in-between two frame sizes and you are unsure which size is best for you, please visit our Sizing Page for further guidance.
The stand-over height is the height from the ground to the top of the top-tube.
Buy & Collect from the Pashley Factory
There’s no finer way to begin your journey with a Pashley than by visiting our factory and showroom in Stratford-upon-Avon. Here, you can see our bicycles up close, talk with our knowledgeable team, and find the perfect model to suit your style of riding.
Once your order is placed, your bicycle will be carefully hand-built to order by our craftsmen — each detail finished with the attention and pride that define Pashley. When it’s ready, you’ll be invited to return to the factory, see where it was made, and ride it away from the very doors where it was born.
A timeless and truly personal way to begin life with your new Pashley.
Home Delivery (U.K., E.U. & U.S.A.)
U.K. Delivery – Ready to Ride
For customers within the United Kingdom, your Pashley will arrive fully assembled and ready to ride. Each bicycle is carefully transported by a dedicated cycle courier, ensuring it reaches you in perfect condition and no large box to dispose of. Simply open the door and begin your first ride.
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E.U. & U.S.A. Delivery – Carefully Crated
For our customers overseas, every Pashley is fully built and inspected at our factory before being securely packed into a robust shipping box. This ensures your bicycle arrives safely and in pristine order, ready for straightforward final setup and your first journey on a genuine hand-crafted English bicycle.
Visit a store (worldwide)
You can visit your local Pashley dealer who will advise you on the purchase or your Pashley. Many of our dealers have stock of our cycles in store (please call them to check availability before visiting) but they can also order one to be made for you at Pashley.
International
We have a number of Pashley dealers around the world. If you can not find a Pashley dealer in your country, please email us at commercial@pashley.co.uk and we will assist you with your enquiry.
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PROSPERO 10-SPEED (DERAILLEUR) - Our most accessible hand-built model
- Shimano Cues 10-speed wide-range gearing with Rapidfire thumb shifter
- Lightweight and responsive for varied terrain
- Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
- Perfect for riders who enjoy spirited rides and varied routes
- Ideal for: fitness commuting, weekend adventures, versatile urban cycling
PROSPERO 8-SPEED (HUB GEAR) - Low-maintenance urban performance
- Shimano Nexus 8-speed internal hub gearing
- Shimano roller brakes (virtually maintenance-free)
- Sealed gearing - no chain derailment or adjustment needed
- Smooth, reliable shifting even when stationary
- Ideal for: daily commuting, stop-start city riding, year-round dependability
Frame
Fillet brazed and lugged frame. Investment cast lugs and dropouts with lightweight Reynolds 631 butted tubes. Individually hand-built.
Fork
Investment cast crown with Reynolds taper gauge oval blades.
Saddle
Selle Italia Turbo Heritage Nubuck saddle
Handlebar
Swept back alloy handlebar
Wheels
Black tubeless ready rims, hand laced to Shimano thru-axle or solid axle hubs
Tyres
650B (27.5") Panaracer Gravel King semi-slick tan-wall tyres.
Pedals
Alloy / Rubber Polished pedals
Crankset
New Record CNC machined crankset
Stand
Flip down black kickstand available
Bell
Chrome 'ping' bell.
Grips
Ergonomic Rubber / Cork grips
Front Carrier
Optional Front Porteur rack, 6kg max load
Other Features
Micro-adjust alloy seatpost.
2 x Bottle cage mounts
Propstand bracket





































