Active travel investment in action!🐶
Chris and his dog Blue are enjoying Ardrossan’s upgraded coastal path, designed to be accessible and easier for people to use.
Better infrastructure = healthier communities + improved access for all.
Read more👉: www.walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk/our-blog/pro...
When an artist goes above and beyond 👇
A mural on #NationalCycleNetwork Route 7 at Bonhill Bridge, Alexandria needed some TLC…
Barry the Cat went one better and created a whole new design 🤩
If you're passing through, go take a look. 👀
A young voice from Hawick shows what’s possible when we invest in safe and connected walking, wheel and cycling routes
📢That's why we're calling for action to enable active journeys to school.
Read our manifesto: walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk/holyrood26
Local representatives and school pupils in hi-vis vests gather on Ferry Road in Stromness for a photograph to celebrate new street improvements. In the foreground a painted artwork on the pavement of a compass directs people towards local points of interest.
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust leads a walk along the waterfront on Ferry Road to visit the new improvements. School pupils follow behind.
A compass design painted on the pavement shows local points of interest including the Ring of Brodgar and Stones of Stenness.
Visiting the improvements along the waterfront, schools pupils gather with Walk Wheel Cycle Trust representatives to ask and answer questions.
"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
Photo of two children, a boy and a girl, cycling on a traffic-free path. Text reads: Active travel infrastructure really does have the power to save lives.
Urban A roads saw the largest decrease, with 17 fewer casualties.
Meanwhile, #PlacesForEveryone projects prevented 5 casualties on rural A roads, and 6 on urban minor roads.
Find out more and read the full report 🔗 buff.ly/tXN5AZQ
#ActiveTravel
Photo of a person walking on a pavement on a suburban road. Stirling Castle is in the background. Text reads: Our Places for Everyone infrastructure projects in Scotland have prevented 28 road casualties.
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
Edinburgh residents Alyson and Jen standing with prams and their dog on the newly pedestrianised bridge at Sandport Place in Leith. In the background a man is walking across the bridge, and blue signposts point to local destinations and mark the National Cycle Network Route 75.
Mums Alyson & Jen told us how the improved pavements are helping them 👇
"We've just gone for lunch on the Shore and now having a nice walk back where you don't need to worry. It's very easy and welcoming.
"It's amazing how your attitude changes when you're pushing a pram."
A female cyclist cycles over the newly pedestrianised bridge at Sandport Place in Leith. People are walking and admiring the view across the Shore in the background. In the foreground of the photo we see a planter with green foliage in it.
"It feels so lovely, so calm, clean, well looked after, eco-friendly - fantastic.
"The more there is of this, the more people will be encouraged to cycle", Sally says 🚲
Local resident Sally standing on the newly pedestrianised bridge at Sandport Place in Leith. She is standing with her dog, Levi, next to a new planter.
Walking, wheeling and cycling between Leith Walk and the Shore is now easier, safer and more enjoyable ✨
We spoke to local resident Sally (and Levi 🐾)
"I take my cargo bike to work now and it's a direct route along the cycle path. I'm so pleased with the work."
A group of young girls leaning against a viewpoint, looking over the Leith Shore in Edinburgh.
Two mothers pushing prams and walking a dog over the newly pedestrianised bridge at Sandport Place in Leith, Edinburgh. Other walkers and a cyclist are in the background.
A female cyclist using the new segregated cycling route between the Leith Shore and the Foot of the Walk. People walking and and pushing a pram are in the background.
The street along the Shore at Leith, with the buildings reflecting beautifully on the water.
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
Quote graphic with a purple and blue border. Text reads: “I feel like these paths are really setting my kids up for choosing active travel in the future. It also replaced a lot of the car trips we used to take. It would be great if this could be city-wide and everyone had access to infrastructure like this.” Claire, Dundee. A photo below shows Claire and her two kids cycling away from camera.
"These paths have been great for my kids too. I truly believe having these routes helps them grow confident on their bikes." 💪
Like Claire's family, everyone deserves access to safe #ActiveTravel routes.
Read about the latest progress in our cities: buff.ly/E6opsWq
#WalkingCyclingIndex
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Graphic with a blue and purple border. Text reads: People in Scotland's cities want more investment to make this happen. 55% of residents support shifting investment from road-building schemes to fund walking, wheeling, cycling and public transport (21% oppose).
People support investment to change this ⏩
Like Claire from Dundee, who feels lucky to have a new cycle route on her doorstep that powers her commute 🚲
"It’s fast, safe, and a convenient way to travel. It makes for a more peaceful start to my day rather than driving."
#WalkingCyclingIndex
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Graphic with a blue and purple border. Text reads: People in Scotland’s cities need more transport choice. Only 61% of city residents can get around easily without a car. 36% of residents often use a car because no other transport options are available.
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 🚗
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Close up photograph of a pedestrian and cyclist signalised crossing at dual carriageway busy with cars.
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
Councillor Stephen Jenkinson, Transport and Environment Convener at City of Edinburgh Council, gives a speech at the launch event for the 2025 Edinburgh Walking and Cycling Index.
Fiona MacLeod, Director for Scotland, Cyrmu and Northern Ireland at Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, gives a speech at the launch event for the 2025 Edinburgh Walking and Cycling Index.
Attendees reading the new report at the launch event for the 2025 Edinburgh Walking and Cycling Index.
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
Quote graphic with a purple and blue border. Text reads: “Years ago, people shopped locally and walked to their work. I always feel better after walking. In the past five years the council has made significant changes to promoting more walking. The Avenues Project is an example of making space to benefit pedestrians.” Below is a photograph of Alasdair from Glasgow.
Work is ongoing across Scotland's cities to keep up this momentum, and make it safer for everyone to travel in healthier ways that are fair for people and planet 🚶♀️👩🦽🚴♀️
The Avenues Project from @glasgowcc.bsky.social is already shifting the dial - and local resident Alasdair is a fan 👇
Graphic with a purple and blue border, showing data. Text reads: Scotland Walking and Cycling Index 2025. People in Scotland’s cities are feeling safer when walking, wheeling and cycling. 76% of residents feel safe walking or wheeling (66% in 2023). 48% of residents feel safe cycling (40% in 2023).
📢 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
Blue, purple and green graphic showing a quote. Text reads: “I’ve chosen to use my bike more as I become more environmentally aware. Cycling feeds into a lot of my values and the way I think about life.” Below the quote is a photo of Sally from Dundee, standing with their bike.
For Sally, cycling is part of a more sustainable routine 💚
"I think cycling is a nice way to spend my time. It’s a form of exercise that I can take into older age. Since getting rid of the car, it’s really allowed me to kind of slow down my lifestyle as well."
@dundeecitycouncil.bsky.social
Blue, purple and green graphic showing a quote. Text reads: “The traffic has reduced drastically. So it’s a much nicer street to live on and have a business on. I’m able to put chairs outside for customers.” Below the quote is a photo of Leanne from Stirling, a local business owner.
Leanne owns a bookshop on a street with new #ActiveTravel routes 🚲
"I was quite emotionally invested in the improvements getting done because it had been neglected.
"It’s a much nicer street to live on than it used to be. There’s more buzz about the street."
@stirlingcouncil.bsky.social
Blue, purple and green graphic showing a quote. Text reads: "I have agoraphobia so my bike's been essential in doing exposure therapy, which is the main way people with agoraphobia recover. I honestly never thought I'd ever be able to get into town again." Below the quote is a photo of Emily from Edinburgh, smiling with the sun on their face.
Emily describes cycling's impact on her life ✨
"I really struggle with feeling not in control and I can’t drive so it just got more and more difficult to get around.
"I tried out my friend’s e-bike and I was like 'this is the best thing in the whole world.'"
@edinburghcouncil.bsky.social
Graphic with a purple and blue border, showing data. Underneath logos of a tall building, a heart with a cross, and a tree, text reads: Every year walking, wheeling and cycling in Scotland’s cities makes a big impact. Prevents over 4,500 serious long-term health conditions. Creates almost £1.5 billion for the economy. Saves 93,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.
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
Graphic with a purple and blue border, showing data. Text reads: Scotland Walking and Cycling Index 2025 report. People in Scotland's cities want to travel actively more often. 46% want to walk or wheel more. 45% want to cycle more.
The #WalkingCyclingIndex has become one of the most important tools we share ⚙️
It helps us understand how people experience getting around their city, what’s getting better, and what needs improved.
The new report tells us city residents want to travel actively more often 👇
Graphic with a purple and blue border. It shows the front cover of the Scotland Walking and Cycling Index 2025 report, which includes a photo of a young woman cycling in a city and Walk Wheel Cycle Trust and Transport Scotland logos. Across the bottom of the image, highlighted text reads: Read it now at 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
Photo of a woman and a young girl walking a dog, with Arthur's Seat in the background. Text reads: Equivalent to 230 people flying from London to New York.
Replacing these car journeys saves 230 tonnes of carbon emissions each year ‼️
That's 230 people flying from London to New York ✈️
This is the positive change that comes from investing in #ActiveTravel 🚶♀️👩🦽🚴♀️
Read more in our latest research blog: buff.ly/i9UMrRA
Photo of a man locking up his cargo bike outside a train station. Text reads: 340,000 fewer car journeys are made each year.
Our #PlacesForEveryone projects are taking cars off the road.
Thanks to the increase in walking, wheeling and cycling at project sites, there are an estimated 340,000 fewer car trips per year 🤩
This has resulted in one million fewer road kilometres being driven in Scotland 📉
Photo of a women cycling on a segregated cycle lane along a beach esplanade. Text reads: Our Places for Everyone infrastructure projects in Scotland are tackling transport emissions.
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
