Cycling UK in Scotland
@cyclingukscotland.bsky.social
Enabling and inspiring more people to cycle more often in Scotland. We deliver behaviour change projects and campaign to make Scotland a better place to cycle. cyclinguk.org
Another great day at @glasgow2026.bsky.social Live Site last week! 🚲✨ We had the pleasure of chatting with @mareetodd.bsky.social about all things cycling and spent the day seeing smiling faces enjoying everything on offer. We were delighted to help children learn to pedal & build confidence
🌞 We had a fantastic time delivering our #sportscotland funded Summer of Sport Pedal Play sessions at Helenvale Street in Parkhead over the last couple of weeks! 🚲 👉 Find out more about Pedal Play: lnkd.in/eFr-hSEJ
💬 "One of the side benefits of using the cargo bike is that it actually brings a fair amount of joy." Discover how cycling is becoming a practical choice for everyday journeys at Mareel Shetland Arts 👇 cyclinguk.org/caf-mareel
The humble bike punches well above its weight... The Fair Isle Bird Observatory is a perfect example. Proof that something as simple as a bike can make an extraordinary difference. Read how bikes are not only supporting people, but helping communities and places thrive 👇 cyclinguk.org/fair-isle
🚲 Join us at the Cycling UK Scotland Annual Gathering 2026!
Cycling UK in Scotland Annual Gathering 2026
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There's still time to get your nominations in for the 2026 Cycling Champion of the Year #CyclingChampionAwards Get your nomination in by 22 June and celebrate someone whose vision and contribution has helped bring the benefits of cycling to more people in Scotland: cycling.scot/about/cyclin...
Become a Play Together on Pedals Instructor We’re looking for enthusiastic, child-focused instructors to join our Play Together on Pedals team across Scotland Find more information and how to apply to become one on the Cycling UK website: www.cyclinguk.org/project/play...
What happens when families are given the chance to cycle together? For Gillian and the families she supports in Glasgow, it's meant more smiles & more confidence Read how our Connecting Communities programme is helping families connect through cycling 👇 cyclinguk.org/cc-gillian
James (58) learned to ride at 37 but confidence took a hit after a fall and years of inactivity. With Support from our Connecting Communities programme and rebuilt his confidence. Now he’s riding regularly again and even cycled 13 miles to work. cyclinguk.org/cc-james #BikeWeek
Nominations for the 2026 Cycling Champion of the Year are now open! #CyclingChampionAwards Get your nomination in by 22 June and celebrate someone whose vision and contribution has helped bring the benefits of cycling to more people in Scotland: cycling.scot/about/cyclin...
Through our Connecting Communities project, Gillian and the team at @eyscotland.bsky.social are helping families in Glasgow build confidence, try cycling and enjoy being active together. Read more 👇 cyclinguk.org/cc-glasgow-gillian @glasgowcc.bsky.social
Nominations for the 2026 Cycling Champion of the Year are now open! #CyclingChampionAwards Get your nomination in by 22 June and celebrate someone whose vision and contribution has helped bring the benefits of cycling to more people in Scotland: cycling.scot/about/cyclin...
One of our partners, SPYF On Bikes, is part of a round-the-world cycling journey On April 4th, Daniel Ainsworth set off on a round-the-world cycling journey – riding a cargo bike built inside HMP Barlinnie through the SPYF On Bikes partnership Follow Dan’s journey on Instagram👉@ainsworth_daniel
🚲 Join us this evening for GoBike and @Glasgow Eco Trust's Active Travel Hustings! Live from the Renfield Centre, we’ll be discussing what parties are planning for the next parliament on walking, cycling, and wheeling - in Glasgow, and beyond. 💻 Watch online: 🚲 www.youtube.com/live/BA988Wm...
Active Travel election hustings, Glasgow, Tue 28 Apr 2026
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🚨 5 days to go until our Online Active Travel Hustings. Check out the panel: Mark Ruskell – @scottishgreens.org Sally Pattle – @scotlibdems.org.uk Brian Whittle – @scottories.bsky.social Maree Todd – @snp.org Graham Simpson – @reformukscotland.bsky.social Invited - @scottishlabour.bsky.social
🚶♀️🚴♂️🛴 Join us for the Scotland Active Travel Hustings! 📅 Tue 14 Apr | ⏰ 6–8pm | 💻 Online | 🎟 Free Hear from party reps & ask your questions about walking, wheeling & cycling in Scotland. 👉 Register: www.cyclinguk.org/hustings-sct... #ActiveTravel #Scotland #Cycling #Walking #Wheeling
@cyclingukscotland.bsky.social is recruiting for the posts below ➡️Development Officer (Aberdeenshire Bothy) ➡️Development Officer (Aberdeen) More info at tinyurl.com/2zpt6s7z #charityjob
We’ve launched our manifesto for Scotland ahead of May’s election. Our message is simple. Make cycling the easy choice 🚲 Take a look at what we’re proposing and see how you can help make it happen 👇 www.cyclinguk.org/campaigns/el...
Scotland election 2026
Make cycling the easy choice
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We are deeply saddened to share that our former colleague Jeff Frew has died. Our thoughts are with Jeff’s family, friends, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him. You can read our tribute to Jeff here: 👉 www.cyclinguk.org/obituary/jef...
🚲 We’re Hiring – Development Officers for Connecting Communities (Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire)! 🚲 If you’re passionate about community engagement, love working with people, and want to make a real difference in the North East, we’d love you on our team! 👉 Apply now: careers.cyclinguk.org
This is what happens when cycling becomes part of everyday play. Through our Play Together on Pedals programme, Novar Nursery replaced bikes and trained staff, and the change was immediate. Read the full story: www.cyclinguk.org/project/play... Thanks to @glasgowcc.bsky.social for funding.
Cycling UK's final webinar in our Scottish mini-series takes place on 25 February, 19:00 – 20:30, featuring @planningaidscot.bsky.social
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👏 Another big win this week but for cyclists at train stations! British Transport Police will now investigate bike thefts at stations even if bikes are left for over two hours. A real campaign win made possible by supporters speaking up. 🔗 cyclinguk.org/btp-backtrack
At a Lanarkshire primary school, cycling confidence is now part of the timetable. 🚲✨ Read the case study and see what changed, and what the school wants to do next. 👇 www.cyclinguk.org/project/play... Thanks to Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT), through the People and Places Fund.
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 🚲
Andy’s journey shows how the right support can make everyday cycling possible. With funding from @hitrans.bsky.social and support from @moraycouncil.bsky.social, we are helping people discover that cycling to work can be practical, safe, and enjoyable. Read Andy’s story cyclinguk.org/cc-andy
Thanks to our Connecting Communities project, Goran borrowed an e-bike and started cycling from Danderhall to the hospital instead. 👉 Read Goran’s story and see how one e-bike loan turned a stressful commute into quality time and better health: www.cyclinguk.org/connecting-c...
Today's budget is positive news for walking, wheeling and cycling in Scotland. The rise in funding from £189m to £226m will reduce NHS costs, ease congestion, and provide people with the infrastructure to make more affordable journeys.
“New town, new friends, new freedom.” 💙 👉 Read Gail and Katherine’s story and see how gentle led rides are helping residents in a brand-new town feel connected, confident and ready to choose the bike more often: www.cyclinguk.org/connecting-c...
