Connecting Communities Aberdeen

Connecting Communities Aberdeen Cycling UKProject AimsIncrease the number of people walking, wheeling or cycling for short journeys  Increase the number of people who feel safer whilst walking, wheeling and cycling  Reduce car use for short journeys Support under-represented groups This project in Aberdeen City is part of Cycling UK’s Connecting Communities programme, based at the Aberdeen Cycle Hub @ Seaton. The Connecting Communities development officers are embedded in local communities, using their expertise and local knowledge to work closely with community organisations, local businesses, public sector agencies and individuals. The …

The Aberdeenshire Bothy

The Aberdeenshire Bothy Cycling UKProject AimsIncrease the number of people walking, wheeling or cycling for short journeys Increase the number of people who feel safer whilst walking, wheeling and cycling Reduce car use for short journeys Increase the number of people experiencing health and wellbeing benefits from walking, wheeling and cycling  Since 2019, the Aberdeenshire Bothy has delivered hundreds of cycling activities and supported thousands of people to cycle more regularly and for short journeys – reducing car use and improving health and wellbeing in the process. The Aberdeenshire Bothy …

Aberdeen School Streets Pilot

Aberdeen School Streets Pilot Aberdeen City CouncilProject AimsRun a School Street’s pilot in Aberdeen Promote Active Travel Improve Air Quality Increase physical activity This project looks to run a ‘School Streets’ pilot in Aberdeen. School Streets are areas around schools where motorised traffic is restricted during pupil drop-off and pick-up times. This concept is already established in other parts of Scotland, the UK, and Europe, with much research and evaluation published. School Streets is one of the measures that can be employed to improve the safety of children and their …