"It makes it more fun to walk to and from school" 🏃‍♀️‍➡️ We were blessed with sunshine last week in Orkney to celebrate early accessibility improvements to Ferry Road in Stromness 🌞 Read more: buff.ly/4sRCVs5 #CoDesign #ActiveTravel

Wow, 2 million journeys! 🤩 Congratulations from the #BigWalkandWheel team and #schwalbeuk to all the Scottish schools who have taken part in this year’s challenge. Don't forget you have until midday on 15 April to log your journeys 💪 #LearningForSustainability #IBike

We're working with @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social to make local journeys easier in Leith 👇 Recent improvements through the Leith Connections project mean safer, more accessible and enjoyable ways for Leithers and visitors to get around 🚶‍♀️👨‍🦽🚴‍♀️ #PlacesForEveryone #ActiveTravel

When we improve #ActiveTravel routes, we make our streets safer for everyone 💪 Our latest research shows almost 30 road casualties have been prevented by improvements to walking, wheeling and cycling infrastructure🚶‍♀️👩‍🦽🚴‍♀️ #PlacesForEveryone

Make your way down to Leith ⚓️ The next phase of @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social's Leith Connections is officially open 🎉 We supported the design of cycle paths & pavement improvements, as well as seating & planting 🌱 Read more: buff.ly/DRFORiw #PlacesForEveryone

People in Scotland’s cities need more transport choice 👇 Our new #WalkingCyclingIndex reveals residents want to use #ActiveTravel more 🚶‍♀️👩‍🦽🚴‍♀️ But despite this desire for alternatives, the reality is many still feel locked into driving for everyday journeys 🚗 (1/3)

This #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek we've published new research exploring how neurodivergent people experience everyday travel. When accessible, #ActiveTravel can offer solutions to many of the barriers they face 🚶‍♀️👩‍🦽🚴‍♀️ Read more: buff.ly/5f6NEXA

Yesterday we joined partners @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social to celebrate the launch of their latest #WalkingCyclingIndex 🤩 The report shows 57% of residents support shifting investment from road-building schemes to fund walking, wheeling, cycling and public transport 💪 Full report: buff.ly/owC4RtD

📢 Good news! 📢 Our latest #WalkingCyclingIndex shows people in our cities are feeling safer when walking, wheeling and cycling 🎉 We've seen a rise in safety perceptions across the board - including among women, LGBTQ+ and disabled people. Find out more: buff.ly/E6opsWq #ActiveTravel

Our latest #WalkingCyclingIndex for Edinburgh shows people are feeling safer walking, wheeling and cycling in the city 🚶‍♀️👨‍🦽🚴‍♀️ Almost half of residents say they want to cycle more - and there is undeniable support for continued investment in active and sustainable travel 👇

Sunshine on Leith 🌞 Fantastic to launch this new #ActiveTravel route today in Edinburgh 🚶‍♀️👨‍🦽🚴‍♀️ Leith Connections is giving people real transport choice, whilst making the area much more accessible and welcoming for residents, visitors and businesses 🎉 #PlacesForEveryone

Our new #WalkingCyclingIndex shows what's possible when more people use #ActiveTravel. ❤️‍🩹 Healthier communities which reduce pressure on our NHS 💸 Thriving, sustainable local economies 🌍 Meaningful action on the climate crisis 🔗 walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk/scotland

Scotland's cities are changing how they move ➡️ and the public are behind this vision 💪 Today we publish the second ever Walking and Cycling Index for Scotland, bringing together data from our 8 cities. Read the report 🔗 buff.ly/LXnHk3Q #WalkingCyclingIndex #ActiveTravel

Fewer cars = less carbon 🌍 By making it possible for more people to choose walking, wheeling and cycling, we make an even bigger impact on the world around us. Here's how our #PlacesForEveryone infrastructure projects are supporting Net Zero 👇 #LetsDoNetZero

This is what a decade of work looks like 👇 Our #PlacesForEveryone programme has built 190km of safe #ActiveTravel routes across Scotland 🚶‍♀️👩‍🦽🚴‍♀️ Making it possible for more people to make healthy, affordable everyday journeys 💚 Find out more: buff.ly/UidAIcA

When you're driving, slow down around people on bikes. Don't take any risks. Leave space for a life. #GiveCycleSpace

Safe routes make a big difference 💯 More people are choosing to walk, wheel and cycle, thanks to our #PlacesForEveryone infrastructure projects 📈 Our latest report shows almost 1 million more active journeys are made each year 🔗 buff.ly/tXN5AZQ

From car to cargo bike 💨 Hear from Rosie, a teacher in East Lothian, about how having a cargo bike has changed her perspective on travel 🚲 @eastlothiancouncil.bsky.social | #Cycling #LetsDoNetZero #ActiveTravel

It was great to join partners @glasgowcc.bsky.social last Thursday to launch the city's latest #WalkingCyclingIndex 📖 Glasgow has been bold in the last few years and the city is changing how it moves. As a result people are feeling safer getting around on foot, by wheelchair and by bike 📈

Women and girls across Scotland and the rest of the UK continue to miss out on the benefits of #ActiveTravel, often because routes feel unsafe 🚴‍♀️🚶‍♀️👩‍🦼 For #InternationalWomensDay we've shared some of the steps we're taking to make the #NationalCycleNetwork more inclusive 👉 buff.ly/qFu11KV

It's time to tackle the cycling #GenderGap ♀️ On #InternationalWomensDay we want to raise awareness of the barriers that stop women getting on bikes. Our upcoming #WalkingCyclingIndex for Scotland reveals the number of women cycling in our cities is still half that of men 🚴‍♀️

What are parties planning for cycling and active travel? Join our online Election Hustings in Scotland and Wales to hear their vision and ask your questions live. 📅 14 April | Scotland 📅 15 April | Wales Scotland: cyclinguk.org/scotland2026 Wales: cyclinguk.org/wales2026

Today we launch the #WalkingCyclingIndex2025 🚀 Our 8 Scottish city reports explore: ⌛ How residents move around 💬 Public perceptions towards #ActiveTravel ❤️‍🩹 Health, environmental + economic benefits 📈 Evidence to inform policy + investment More: walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk/walking-cycling-index

When you're driving, slow down around people on bikes. Don't take any risks. Leave space for a life. #GiveCycleSpace

Did you miss our #Holyrood26 manifesto launch? 🗳️ We’re calling on our next government to prioritise #ActiveTravel. Our proposals focus on 5 areas: 💰 Funding 🚸 Schools ♿ Accessibility 👣 Pavements 🔀 #NationalCycleNetwork

We're helping pupils in West Lothian cycle to school 🚲 Last Friday our Director Fiona MacLeod and local MSP @fionahyslop.bsky.social met the Winchburgh #FRideDays Bike Bus to hear their story 👇 What began a year ago as a small group now has up to 80 pupils & parents cycling together 💪

We need to connect Scotland 🔀 By investing in the #NationalCycleNetwork we can create a network of safe walking, wheeling and cycling routes across the country. Read our full manifesto: walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk/holyrood26 #Holyrood26

Being able to reach essential local services should not be a luxury. By setting up a Pavement Fund, we can maintain and improve access to our public places 🐾 Read our full manifesto: walkwheelcycletrust.org/holyrood26 #Holyrood26

Too many people face challenges getting around their local area. We need to empower Access Panels to ensure our transport networks work for everyone ♿ Read our full manifesto: walkwheelcycletrust.org/holyrood26 #Holyrood26

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Pupils should be able to walk, wheel, cycle or scoot to school safely 🚸 We need to make this an option for every child in Scotland. Read our full manifesto: walkwheelcycletrust.org/holyrood26 #Holyrood26

We need to boost investment by committing 10% of the transport budget to support walking, wheeling and cycling 🔋 📈 Read our full manifesto: walkwheelcycletrust.org/holyrood26 #Holyrood26

Today we launch our charity’s manifesto for the 2026 Scotland election. Our 5 asks: 💰 boost investment in #ActiveTravel 🚸 enable active journeys to school ♿ empower Access Panels 👣 set up a Pavement Fund 🔀 connect Scotland via the #NationalCycleNetwork #Holyrood26

When we change how we travel, we change everything. We're calling on the next Scottish Government to take bold action on walking, wheeling and cycling 🚶‍♂️🧑‍🦽🚴‍♀️ Let’s make getting around safer, easier, cheaper and fairer. Will you join us? 💪 walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk/holyrood26 #Holyrood26

🎉184 schools in Scotland are already signed up for the #BigWalkAndWheel 2026! Join the UK's biggest school active travel challenge and help pupils arrive energised and ready to learn 🚶‍♂️🧑‍🦽🛴🚴‍♀️ Register now: buff.ly/3tFSLmf #schwalbeuk #LearningForSustainability

The benefits of the #NationalCycleNetwork ripple out beyond the journeys we make 🚶‍♂️🧑‍🦽🚴‍♀️ It impacts on our health, our wellbeing and the world around us 👇

With less than 100 days to go until the #Holyrood26 election, we're launching our charity's manifesto next week 🚶‍♂️🧑‍🦽🚴‍♀️ Stay tuned 👀 #HealthWellbeingWorld

Communities are at the heart of our work 💓 Not least our volunteers, who play an central role in caring for the #NationalCycleNetwork. Many of our volunteers take part in wildlife conservation projects on the Network. Here's John's story 👇

Across Scotland, our arts projects are bringing #NationalCycleNetwork routes to new creative heights 🎨 Here's an example from North Ayrshire 👇 In 2024 we collaborated with @impactarts.bsky.social, Bespoke Atelier and young local creatives to transform a riverside underpass in Irvine ✨

We 💙 the #NationalCycleNetwork. In 2024-25 we got busy: 🪏 constructed 27km of new and improved routes 🚧 removed 507 access barriers 📍 upgraded 153km of signage Read more in our latest blog: buff.ly/34bstqy Do you have a favourite National Cycle Network route? Let us know 👇

📢 We’re one of more than 60 organisations supporting the Joint Active Travel Manifesto for 2026. It calls on all political parties to support 5 commitments 👇

Next Wednesday, we're hosting an 'Active Travel Speed Dating' session. Featuring: @wwctrustscot.bsky.social @walkingscotland.bsky.social @ramblersscotland.bsky.social @markjmcintyre.bsky.social Sign up: 👉https://forms.office.com/e/EUz5RTaRiq 🚲

It's #ThankYouWeek at Walk Wheel Cycle Trust 🥳 Charles from Edinburgh has supported us for over 30 years after a friend introduced him to the charity. "It seemed like such a brilliant idea to develop this cycle network. To connect up cities across Britain by cycle routes. What’s not to like?”

We make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle. Because it changes everything. Our health. Our wellbeing. Our world 🌍 But we couldn't do this without the help of our supporters. From 19th-23rd January, we'll be celebrating the people who help bring our work to life ❤️

Calling all schools in Scotland 📢 Have you signed up to the #BigWalkAndWheel yet? Be part of the UK’s largest inter-school #ActiveTravel challenge and inspire pupils to make a difference 🌍 Register now: buff.ly/JWiEYjx Need some inspo? 👇 #SchwalbeUK

Curious about trying a #FRidedays #BikeBus as part of #BigWalkandWheel 2026? 🚲 It’s a fun, active way to get to school and an ideal way to take part in this year’s challenge! Checkout the FREE toolkit to get started 👉 buff.ly/3P74WDo 🌍👫 #FridayWeCycle In partnership with #SchwalbeUK

🎉 Exciting news! Registration for #BigWalkAndWheel 2026 is NOW OPEN! Be part of the UK’s largest inter-school active travel challenge and inspire pupils to make a difference! Because changing how we travel changes everything. In partnership with #schwalbeuk. Sign up now: buff.ly/JWiEYjx

Feeling the nip in the air out there this week? 🥶 The National Cycle Network routes are wonderful places to walk, wheel, and cycle throughout the year.

As a completely traffic-free and picturesque path, the Union and Forth & Clyde Canals route is our Route of the Week! ✨

"It's an absolute godsend" ✨ This New Year, why not discover your local #NationalCycleNetwork routes? Get where you need to go whilst boosting your health and wellbeing 🔋 Find your nearest traffic-free path 👉 buff.ly/QGjhglg