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walkwheelcyclet.bsky.social
@walkwheelcyclet.bsky.social
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The new name for Sustrans. We are the charity making it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle. Because it changes everything. Our health. Our wellbeing. Our world.

Custodians of the National Cycle Network.
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Magnificent coastal views, breathtaking countryside: our Route of the Week has it all! This end section of the Hadrian’s Cycleway takes you from Burgh by Sands to the Solway Coast.

📷 Steve Thomas in honour of #InternationalLegoDay on 28th January
Graphic showing lego soldiers riding bicycles on the a lego sign for National Cycle Network Roure 72 can be seen. Text reads: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Route of the week: Burgh by Sands to Solway Coast.
February 2, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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New for #BigWalkAndWheel 2026! We’ve launched a Parent & Caregiver page packed with tips to help make active journeys part of your school run 🚶🚴
Discover easy ways to support your child during the challenge and beyond. In partnership with #schwalbeuk
👉 Explore now: bigwalkandwheel.org.uk
February 2, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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Some pertinent comments from @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social and Dr Anna Dixon MP during Tuesday's Westminster Hall debate: Women's safety while walking, wheeling, cycling and running.

It's wonderful to hear the National Cycle Network described as 'binding' a constituency in this way 👇
Graphic showing quote by Dr Arthur Scott MP: In my constituency, a national cycle route runs alongside the River Leath. This route used to be the Balerno line, and it provides a space for active travellers to enjoy a quiet and beautiful route away from traffic. I use this route regularly and feel incredibly lucky to be able to enjoy it as I travel through my constituency. It's one of the things that binds my constituency...
January 29, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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An update from Walk Wheel Cycle Trust:

CEO Xavier Brice will be leaving Walk Wheel Cycle Trust this spring after 10 successful years leading the charity.
A photo of Xavier Brice Quote from Xavier: "16-year-old me would be tickled-pink that I got the chance to lead such a wonderful team transforming how people get about, improving their health and wellbeing, and our world. After 10 years leading this brilliant charity, and with a strong new brand and strategy for the future in place, now feels the right time to pass the baton on to somebody else." Quote cont: "I joined as a supporter and leave an even bigger one. I’m proud of the diversity, passion and commitment of our employees, volunteers, supporters and partners and look forward to seeing Walk Wheel Cycle Trust continue to thrive and connect people with the things that matter to them."
January 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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This week we're heading to the border of England and Wales, for our Route of the Week - the Peregrine Path! 🚲
Graphic showing a photo of a river and trees and a sign post showing the way to Biblins Bridge and Symonds Yat East on the Peregrine Path. Text reads: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Route of the week: Peregrine Path.
January 27, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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Register for the #BigWalkAndWheel challenge before 16 February and be entered into our early bird prize draw! Sign up here: buff.ly/1Qcwe12 In partnership with #schwalbeuk.
January 27, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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We are celebrating #ThankYouWeek 🎉

With the help of our supporters, we are making it easier for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle.

On his bike, Ben is confident, comfortable and happy. Ben has Aspergers and uses the Network’s traffic-free paths to cycle around 22 miles a day to and from his job
Graphic showing Ben on his bike cycling along a country road. Text reads: For Ben, cycling isn’t just a way to travel, it’s an expression of his independence. Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Graphic showing a quote from Ben's Dad Rowan: Since cycling to work, he is less likely to get depressed. He feels a lot calmer, like he can take more things in his stride. Cycling is his main route of independence and he loves his independence. He can ride his bike to ours, to the shops, to work. For him, his bike is as valuable as any car.
January 22, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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Supercharge this year’s #BigWalkAndWheel with a #FRideDays #BikeBus!
✅ Sign up your school for the UK’s biggest inter school active travel challenge: 👉 bigwalkandwheel.org.uk
📚 Check out the FREE Bike Bus toolkit for tips & guidance to get started:👉 buff.ly/3P74WDo In partnership with #SchwalbeUK
January 21, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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We are celebrating #ThankYouWeek 🎉

It's an opportunity to say thank you and highlight the impact of our supporters in helping us make it easier for everyone to walk wheel and cycle.
Graphic shows a photo of Philip and Gary taking a selfie and wearing cycling helmets out on the National Cycle Network. Text reads: Philip and Gary: Reclassifying and re-signing the Network. Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Graphic showing a cartoon picture of a National Cycle Network signpost and a cartoon adult and child walking. Text reads: Philip and Gary have been key to the reclassification of almost 1,000 miles of Network in Northern Ireland.
January 21, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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Registration is open for the UK’s largest inter-school active travel challenge! 🚶🚴 Join us in making the #BigWalkAndWheel 2026 the biggest one yet! In partnership with #schwalbeuk.
Sign your school up here: buff.ly/nBwFoNz
January 20, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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It's #ThankYouWeek at Walk Wheel Cycle Trust 🥳

Charles has supported Walk Wheel Cycle Trust for over 30 years after being introduced to the charity by a friend.
Graphic showing a photo of Charles standing next to his bike. He is on a cyle/footpath with trees and autumnal leaves behind him. Text reads: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. 30 years of support: Charles' story. Graphic showing quote from Charles: "Cycling should be incorporated into your everyday life. It’s just part of getting around. If the distances are right, it can be a habit, instead of the bus or car. But there has to be the right infrastructure to support that"
January 20, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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It's that time again! This week we're heading to the East Midlands for our Route of the Week - it's the Leicester to Watermead Park route! 🌿🚲
Graphic showing a photo of a swan at Watermead park. Text reads: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Route of the week: Leicester to Watermead park.
January 19, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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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.
Graphic showing a photo of an older person smiling at the camera. They are wearing a bike helmet and standing next to their bicycle. Another person wearing a bike helmet and standing with a bicycle can be seen in the background. Text reads: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Celebrating Supporter Thank You Week: 19th-23rd January.
January 19, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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📣 Don’t miss out! Registration for the #BigWalkAndWheel 2026 is live! 🚶‍♀️ 🚴 Inspire pupils to walk, scoot, wheel, or cycle their way to a healthier, greener future. In partnership with #schwalbeuk.
Sign up your school here: buff.ly/nBwFoNz
January 15, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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Great to hear @ollyglover.bsky.social MP and Local Transport Minister Lilian Greenwood's positive exchange about re-purposing railway paths for walking wheeling and cycling. There are paths over the country ready to be built and we'd love to talk about how we could make it easier to get going ⛏️
January 14, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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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
Graphic showing a photo of two children on bikes smiling at the camera. Text reads: Big Walk and Weel 16-27 March 2026. Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Headline sponsor Schwalbe. FrideDays Bike Bus.
January 14, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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Councils control your roads, but the Department for Transport is setting their third Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy. If they want councils to follow it, they need to make it much more credible. Read more here 👉 buff.ly/qqsXcAQ
Graphic showing a photo of a person walking on a pavement next to a cycle lane in a city. Cars and vans can be seen on the road nearby. Text reads: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. What can the government do to make roads safer near you?
January 13, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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This week The Lines Way, near Leeds, takes the top spot as our Route of the Week.
Graphic showing a photo of a person using a mobility scooter and a person on a bike chatting next to the canal. There are two swans in the background. Text reads: Route of the week: Garforth to Woodlesford (The Linesway). Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
January 12, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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If you're out and about on the National Cycle Network this weekend click the link below to check for Route closures and diversions in your area that might affect your journey ⛔👇
Graphic showing a cartoon picture of a National Cycle Network signpost and an adult with a skateboard and child standing next to a bike. Text reads: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Route closures and diversions in England and Wales.
January 9, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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🎉 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
Graphic reads: Registration is open! Big Walk And Wheel 16-27 March 2026. Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Headline Sponsor Schwalbe. bigwalkandwheel.org.uk
January 9, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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Today, @transportgovuk announced plans to tackle pavement parking

This problem affects everyone, with a big impact on vulnerable people inc. those who use wheelchairs or mobility aids, parents with pushchairs and people who are visually impaired

Quote from our CEO, Xavier Brice
Graphic with quote text from Xavier Brice, Walk Wheel Cycle Trust CEO. 1/2 "Millions of people across the country will benefit from action finally being taken on pavement parking. It’s obvious that everyone should be able to walk or wheel along the pavement. Thoughtlessly parked vehicles force people to step into the road, risking their lives and compromising their accessibility and independence. In poll after poll over the last few years a clear majority of the population have wanted to see concrete action to stop this." Xavier Brice quote continued: 2/2 "We welcome the government’s two-part solution. Allowing councils to enforce against “unnecessary obstruction” is a good interim step, but, as ministers acknowledge, it won’t fix the issue. Now that they’ve agreed to bring in a clear pavement parking law, they must start work on this second step as soon as possible."
January 8, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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As part of our community-led Quietway design projects in Suffolk, connecting towns and villages, we'll be holding the first of our drop-in workshops on February 3rd and 4th in Woolpit and Onehouse.

Pop in and let us know what's important to you.
January 7, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's @iamthedans.bsky.social met up with Shadow Secretary of State for Transport, Richard Holden, for a stroll along the National Cycle Network in his constituency just before Christmas 🚶
Dan Simpson (left) and Shadow Secretary of State for Transport Richard Holden set off for a stroll on the National Cycle Network. There are buildings in the background and signposts for the National Cycle Network in the foreground. Richard Holden and Dan Simpson walking along the National Cycle Network in a urban area. Richard Holden applies a National Cycle Network sign to a lamp post to show the way. Richard Holden applies another sign to a lamp post showing the way on the National Cycle Network.
January 7, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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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.
Cyclists and pedestrians in the snow. Text reads: Winter weather and using the National Cycle Network. Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
January 6, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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As a completely traffic-free and picturesque path, the Union and Forth & Clyde Canals route is our Route of the Week! ✨
Photo of a cyclist and pedestrians walking on the path next to the canal. Text reads: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Route of the week: The Union and Forth & Clyde Canals
January 5, 2026 at 12:02 PM