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BBC News
08-07-2025
- BBC News
Number of people cycling between Carrbridge and Aviemore up 53%
The number of people using bikes for everyday journeys in parts of the Highlands is on the rise, according to new data. Journeys by bike on the B9152 road between Aviemore and Carrbridge are up 53% for the first three months of this year compared to the same period in north, almost 2,000 people were recorded passing a monitor by the A9 at North Kessock. Peaks have been identified around morning and evening commuting times, suggesting more people are biking to work. The figures have been gathered as part of national cycle counter data, utilising more than 800 automatic cycle counters at 34 locations across Scotland. Sally Devlin, from Aviemore, said: "I no longer drive to work. "Even though it's just a five-minute cycle you feel so much better for getting outside."Across Scotland, a 30% increase was experienced in the number of cycle journeys over winter. Nick Montgomery of Cycling Scotland, said: "What we see from the data is that where local authorities are investing in protected cycle lanes and improved networks of cycling routes, there are big increases in people travelling by bike. "Future improvements would support even more people to benefit from cycling as a healthy, affordable, and environmentally friendly way of getting around."A 5.5 mile (9km) off-road route for walking, wheeling and cycling is planned between Aviemore and Carrbridge, which will be built during A9 dualling works.
Glasgow Times
22-04-2025
- General
- Glasgow Times
Bearsden street benefits from new secure bike storage units
The new storage units were installed on Allander Road by Link Group, one of Scotland's largest housing and community organisations. The units are designed to help make cycling more accessible and keep communal areas tidy. Read more: 'Such a buzz': Scottish folk band surprise Glasgow commuters with pop-up gig A lack of safe bike storage is a significant barrier to cycling for many people, with Cycling Scotland stating that a third of households, affecting 1.5 million people, do not have secure places to store their bikes. The project involved consultation with residents to ensure the storage units met their needs and preferences. Sarah Smith, group director of communities at Link Group, said: "For many residents, cycling is a fantastic way to stay active and get around, but without safe storage, it simply wasn't an option for them. Families attended Link's 'Dr Bike' event (Image: Supplied) "Now, with these new storage units, residents have told us they feel more confident about owning and using a bike. "It's making a real difference to everyday life – helping families get outdoors, promoting sustainable travel, and improving well-being. Read more: More than 900 young rugby players to attend special event "We're also grateful for the generous funding from regional transport partnership Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) through Cycling Scotland, which has made this possible. "We hope this initiative encourages even more residents to take up cycling and enjoy the benefits of a healthier, more connected community." In celebration of the project's completion, Link hosted a 'Dr Bike' session in partnership with the charity Bike for Good. The session provided residents with free bike checks and minor repairs, with the aim of keeping their bicycles in top condition.
