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September 7, 2020, a key element of dundee’s waterfront place development is underway as the city’s first active travel hub takes shape..

The only building on the site will promote cycling and other forms of sustainable and low carbon travel to visitors and residents of Dundee and have immediate access to the National Cycle Network that runs alongside the Tay and across to Fife.

After a tendering process it will be run by Angus Cycle Hub Community Interest Company (CIC), a not for profit social enterprise dedicated to supporting cycling and active travel.

Angus Cycle Hub project director Scott Francis said: “We are absolutely delighted to confirm we will be partnering with Dundee City Council and other stakeholders to deliver a range of community-based initiatives from the new building to continue to develop the city’s cycling and active travel renaissance.

“It’s a really exciting project for us and we hope to be able to bring the lessons learned from the projects we have been running in the Angus region to also benefit the Dundee area.”

Mark Flynn convener of Dundee City Council’s city development committee said: “Active travel infrastructure isn’t just about decent routes, well surfaced paths or signage, it’s also about knowing there’s somewhere to go to meet other people, get advice on routes or have your bike adjusted. It’s also good to have a destination where you can get a seat and a hot drink and a bite to eat.

“Angus Cycle Hub is a welcome addition to the city and we look forward to partnering with them to grow the opportunities for walking, cycling and scooting for everyone.”

It is intended that the hub will provide a prominent location to support the uptake of low carbon and active transport in Dundee and the wider area with facilities including bike hire, cycle parking, bike maintenance, community outreach and a kiosk for snacks.

It is hoped that the active travel hub, which has been supported by grants from Transport Scotland and nearly £1.2m from the European Regional Development Fund (Low Carbon Travel & Transport), will be up and running by early summer next year.

About Angus Cycle Hub CIC.

Formed in 2013 the company was officially registered and incorporated as a CIC in January 2014.

It opened the Cycle Hub in Arbroath to the general public in 2015 since when it has:.

• made carbon savings via active travel, cycling and recycling totalling over 73,000kg CO2;
• instigated more than 65,000km cycling through new projects;
• attracted around 14,000 participants;
• been named winner of the 2018 Tay Cities Social Enterprise awards, Social Impact award;
• won the 2017 Cycling Scotland Silver Cycle Friendly Communities Award;
• had more than 1500 hours of volunteer time donated each year; and
• collected more than 25,000kg of bike waste per year through its bike recycling scheme.

About Dundee Waterfront

Dundee Waterfront is an award-winning £1 billion regeneration project that is transforming 240 acres of land along 8km of the River Tay. Dundee Waterfront is split into five distinct zones and the project has secured £750m of committed investment. Most infrastructure works have been completed and the build phase is well underway, with a growing community of businesses and residents moving into the Waterfront area. More than 150,000sq metres of ‘shovel-ready’ land is available for development. Major projects already completed include the construction of a new railway station and the V&A Dundee. Other major projects currently on going include a new marina, port developments, offices, hotels, bars, shops, cafes and residential accommodation. Around 7000 new jobs will be created, providing a wide range of new employment opportunities. Dundee is the UK’s only UNESCO City of Design. Dundee Waterfront is a partnership between Dundee City Council and Scottish Enterprise.

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Dundee’s active travel routes in and around the city have been developed over the last few years with a key objective to encourage active travel through walking, cycling and public transport, and deploy sustainable alternatives to decarbonise transport.

The Active Travel Hub and Urban Beach will be set in a new civic space immediately adjacent to the V&A Dundee.  This hub will be a focal point for walking and cycling in the city.  Dundee is also part of the National Cycle Network routes on the East of Scotland (Route 1) where you can enjoy the beautiful east coast scenery.

Broughty Ferry to Monifieth Active Travel will provide the city's first fully segregated cycle lanes along the Esplanade as well as wide paths through the green space at Castle Green and Balmossie Park.  This will extend the superb riverside path that will run the full length of Broughty Ferry and connect all of the city’s waterfront through Dundee Port, city centre and along Riverside.

The Green Circular  alone stretches over 25 miles.  It links major parks to many places of interest through the city from the country park at Camperdown, to the water front at Broughty Ferry to the city centre.

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Dundee’s renaissance has sparked a boom in specialist tours, trails and interesting walks exploring the city’s history and environment.  Most of the tours are on foot, taking advantage of Dundee’s “walkable city” geography.

Check out Dundee’s Nature Prescription and explore the outdoors all year round.

Travel around Dundee on the low emission fleet (operated by Xplore Dundee    -   Good to Go ).  There are 23 buses known as 'Emeralds’ with modern features such as next stop announcements, complimentary WiFi, USB charging points, leather seats and extra legroom.

A full range of flexible mTickets can be bought in advance on the integrated app  or website .  Passengers can also find their way with enhanced journey planning tools, service updates, and bus location tracking.

Explore the city using the Green Bus Map

Dundee City Council has a fleet with over 100 Electric Vehicles, being the largest of any UK local authority.   Dundee was also named the  most visionary electric vehicle city in the UK  in  2018.

Throughout the city from car parks, on-street and pop ups there are 498 electric vehicle charging points.  Read more…    Of which t here are currently 3 city centre multi-storey car parks each with 20 charging points, with a further 3 EV hubs planned.

Should you wish to use a car whilst visiting there is the  Co-wheels Car Club .

If you want to use a taxi, then Dundee has 24% of the city’s taxi fleet are electric.  For list of taxi companies click on yell.com .

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Active Travel Hubs

Our smarter choices, smarter places fund supports active travel hubs in local communities across scotland..

Active Travel Hubs provide information, engagement opportunities and facilities with the aim to encourage local communities and visitors to travel more actively. They have proven to be a successful model to engage with local communities, workplaces and further education establishments. The hubs are managed and funded by a range of partners, with some attracting funding from our Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme.

Many Active Travel Hubs offer led Health Walks , which increase people's confidence to walk for everyday short journeys. 

On this page you'll also find information about the Cycling UK Bothies , supported by funding from our Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme. These bothies are welcoming central points for information and advice for those who choose walking and cycling. Each bothy offers a range of active travel activities including loan schemes, led bike rides, knowledge and support for new riders, confidence building sessions and Health Walks.

Angus Cycle Hub

Angus Cycle Hub . based in Arbroath, encourages people to lead healthier lives and reduce short car journeys and CO2 emissions through cycling and recycling. They service and repair bikes, as well as refurbishing and selling bikes. They also give active travel route advice and information. 

Ayr Active Travel Hub

Ayr Active Travel Hub  are there to help people walk and cycle more in South Ayrshire. They want to get more people active in their daily lives for their health and the environment. Their work engages the community and gives practical support such as increasing safety and confidence with led Health Walks, the Ayrshire Womens Cycle Festival, promotion of Cycling Without Age and releasing regular podcasts.

Dundee Active Travel Hub

The Dundee Active Travel Hub . launched in the summer of 2021, is located on Sustrans Route 77 in a new building beside the V&A museum on Dundee's waterfront. The Hub provides information, bicycle and ebike hire, cycling lessons, tours, servicing and bike maintenance courses, and much more. The Hub also provides a sit-in and takeaway coffee for locals and visitors to Dundee.

Falkirk Active Travel Hub

Located on Falkirk's High Street,  Falkirk Active Travel Hub  encourages and supports people to walk and cycle for every day journeys, such as commuting, going to the shops and going to school. Their services include led walks and rides, electric bike demos and basic cycle maintenance courses.

Inverclyde Active Travel Hub

Community Tracks is the local Active Travel Hub. The project offers a wide range of advice and support, including active travel maps, cycle maintenance classes, fix your own bike workshops, cycle training and riding confidence sessions and led bike rides.  

Kilmarnock Active Travel Hub

The  Kilmarnock Active Travel Hub's  aim is to improve the promotion of active travel and the support available in their local community to encourage people to choose to travel actively for short local journeys. They offer a range of services including Health Walks and family cycle skills sessions to help people feel confident and able to make active travel choices. 

Stirling Active Travel Hub

Stirling Active Travel Hub  has a permanent presence in Stirling Train Station where they love nothing more than speaking to people about cycling and walking. They have stunning wall maps available to help with route planning and the facility to print off routes to take away.  

Stow Cycle Hub CIC

The Stow Cycle Hub CIC, based at the Station House, encourages and promote active travel options in the local community. Stow Community Trust (CIC) are managing a newly establish e-bike project, local walks and activities centred around raising awareness of climate change, community development the benefits of physical activity on health and wellbeing.  

Cycling UK Bothies

Aberdeenshire bothy.

As part of the Integrated Travel Towns (ITT) initiative,  Aberdeenshire Bothy  focusses on encouraging and promoting active and sustainable travel solutions across the local communities of Ellon, Fraserburgh, Huntly, Inverurie and Portlethen. The bothy works with local organisations to raise awareness and amplify access to information, resouces and volunteering opportunities.

Ardrishaig Bothy

In partnership with Scottish Canals and supported by our SCSP programme, the Ardrishaig Bothy promotes a range of active travel activities for local communities across Mid-Argyll. The bothy offers volunteering opportunities, Health Walks and cycling along local routes to connect local communities with the health benefits being active and outdoors brings.

Dunoon Bothy

The Dunoon Bothy was launched in 2020 with support from our SCSP programme, Argyll and Bute Council and the Dunoon Area Alliance. The bothy brings together local community groups with a central aim to raise awareness of and encourage active and sustainable travel across local communities. To build confidence around active travel, Dunoon Bothy offers led rides, cycle confidence sessions, bike loan scheme and local Health Walks . 

Golspie Bothy

Golspie Bothy supports local communities in Golspie and Brora to choose active and sustainable travel for local journeys. The bothy offers a range of activities including 1:1 sessions, led bike rides, a loan scheme, Health Walks ( here and here ) and skills and confidence-building sessions.

Inverclyde Bothy

The Inverclyde Bothy , established in 2018, aims to raise awarness of and walking and cycling, local routes, and to build confidence and knowledge in local people who choose to travel actively. The Bothy also offer  Health Walks , advice and support with route planning, cycle confidence sessions, led rides, family cycling sessions and e-bike loans.

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Active travel hub at the heart of Dundee’s waterfront

Securing funding and setting up Dundee's first cycle hub

Specialist support to create an active travel hub at the heart of Dundee's waterfront

Our work started with the original feasibility study for Dundee City Council, writing a successful grant application that secured £1.2 million of funding from Transport Scotland.

We were then commissioned to advise on the design of the hub, the operating model, and to procure a supplier to run the hub. This involved close working with the city council and local groups involved in promoting cycling and walking.

The hub is located in the heart of the city’s flagship waterfront development and integrated with key cycle routes across Dundee. It includes cycle hire, bike maintenance, facilities for community engagement and events, information on low carbon/active travel, cycle tours and routes.

The project aims to encourage active and sustainable travel amongst local people and visitors and raise awareness of low carbon transport. It supporting behaviour change, improved air quality, personal health and economic regeneration.

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Waterfront Active Travel Hub

Infrastructure and access to cycling for everyone.

Making cycling an attractive and realistic option for short destination-driven trips can bring many benefits to health, the economy, and the environment.

However, inequalities in active travel options for young people and marginalised families can reduce the adoption of sustainable transport alternatives.

To tackle this problem, Urban Foresight will work with Angus Cycle Hub on a pilot project for a central bike distribution centre. This hub will support the Angus and Dundee areas with active transport facilities, community outreach, and more.

The project will tie into existing services and infrastructure already provided by Angus Cycle Hub. This will include the Active Travel Hub at the Waterfront in Dundee, with facilities including bike hire, cycle parking, bike maintenance, and community outreach.

The project will benefit from Urban Foresight’s deep experience of innovation hubs, sustainable mobility and accessibility. Specifically, we will support the overall management and evaluation of the project. Our goal is to deliver a genuinely impactful project and build a long-term sustainable future at the heart of the Dundee and Angus communities.

“Urban Foresight is passionate about creating inclusive environments in mobility said Gary McRae, Urban Foresight. “Providing specialist support for young people to engage with cycling, training, and active travel will encourage a future generation to think positively about sustainable travel.”

This award builds on recent high profile projects Urban Foresight has done in the Dundee and Angus areas. This includes the Angus Rural Mobility Hub, the 2020 Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan for Angus Council, and a feasibility study for a Green Travel Hub in Forfar.

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LANDMARK DUNDEE WATERFRONT URBAN BEACH OPENS

• August 10, 2021

Dundee waterfront’s ongoing renaissance has reached a new milestone with the official opening of Waterfront Place. The striking urban beach, active travel hub, and interactive play area were given the seal of approval by John Alexander, leader of Dundee City Council, at a ceremony held next to the V&A – Scotland’s first design museum.

The landmark site is seen as a key catalyst for the wider £1 billion regeneration of the city. Morgan Sindall Construction was selected by the local authority to deliver the £6 million project in early 2020.

Work has been carried out in line with Scottish Government guidance on the safe operation of construction sites during COVID-19. The main contractor has worked closely with the council’s development team to ensure minimal delays to the programme; with the decision taken to open the urban beach now, at the height of summer, while the finishing touches are put to the rest site over the coming weeks.

Chief among those is the installation of a striking stainless-steel whale sculpture designed by award-winning British artist Lee Simmons. Morgan Sindall Construction was awarded a separate £1.7m contract earlier this year to manufacture and install the centrepiece. Comprised of tubular sections, it will flow from the northern entrance of Waterfront Place with the tail arching towards the Tay to capture a sense of movement.

The landscaped 7,000 square foot urban beach is surrounded by bench seating and features illuminated footpaths to encourage all-day usage.  The 2,150 square foot active travel hub features a striking design in homage to the adjacent V&A museum.

In addition to providing cycle hire and storage, the building will serve as a meeting point and source of information; promoting cycling and other forms of sustainable low carbon travel to residents and visitors. It provides immediate access to the National Cycle Network that runs alongside the Tay.

Stuart Parker, managing director of Morgan Sindall Construction in Scotland, said: “This has been a momentous project to be entrusted with and one we’ve taken great pride in delivering. It will spur the ongoing renaissance of this great coastal city’s waterfront area, meaningfully promote active lifestyles and low carbon transport, while enhancing the experience for local people and visitors alike.

“We’ve worked hand-in-glove with the city council to reach this milestone before the end of summer and the urban beach is sure to be a major hit in the August sunshine.

“The installation of the whale sculpture in September will be a real spectacle and add a final injection of creativity and identity to what is already a striking vista.”

John Alexander, leader of Dundee City Council, added: “This is one of the prime spots on the whole of the waterfront and right from the planning stage it was important that it could be accessed and used by everyone.

“Anyone who comes along will see for themselves the quality of the work, which was in itself a key part of our desire to attract people here, not just from the city but across Scotland, so that they could truly experience the re-established connection between the city and the river.

“It forms the next step forward in our phased and managed growth at the waterfront and the months and years ahead will see much more to come on the other sites across the area.”

The Waterfront Place project was awarded funding as part of the Low Carbon Travel and Transport Challenge Fund established by Transport Scotland, from funds awarded under European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) 2014-2020 programme.

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AN EVENT which brings together eateries and environmentalists to discuss what an active travel hub at Dundee Waterfront could look like is set to take place later this month.

The free event will share ideas and suggestions with café owners, cyclists, walkers and environmental groups about the best way to create and operate the new active travel hub.

It is intended that the hub will provide a prominent location to support the uptake of low carbon and active transport in Dundee and the wider area.

Facilities could include bike hire, cycle parking, bike maintenance, electric vehicle (EV) charge points, an EV car club, community outreach and cafe.

Lynne Short convener of Dundee City Council’s city development committee, who is one of the speakers at the event said: “No one has a monopoly on good ideas and I am really pleased that we can bring together some dedicated and committed business people, volunteers and participants to talk about how best to deliver this important part of the waterfront development."

Cllr Kevin Cordell who speaks for the council on cycling added; “Cycling infrastructure is not just about decent routes or well surfaced tracks, it’s also about being able to meet fellow cyclists and when needed know there is somewhere to get your bike repaired, or simply to have a cold drink and a rest!

“The active travel hub is intended to provide that and a whole load more.”

Planned for the new Waterfront Place next to the V&A Dundee and with views across the Tay it is intended that the hub will attract active and low carbon visitors from near and far.

For the chance to hear more about the project, and find out how your organisation could get involved, register to attend the June 28 event at Shore Terrace on EventBrite searching for “Waterfront ATH” or by visiting the event on the DACC website

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Our network consists of underground and subsea cables, overhead lines on  wooden poles or steel towers, and electricity substations. It extends over a quarter of the UK’s land mass, crossing some of its most challenging terrain.

Our first priority is to provide a safe and reliable supply of electricity to our communities. We do this by taking the electricity from generators and transporting it at high voltages over long distances through our transmission network for onwards distribution to homes and businesses in villages, towns and cities.

Our operating area is home to vast renewable energy resources and this is being harnessed by wind, hydro and marine generation. Working closely with National Grid, the GB transmission System Operator, we also enable these electricity generators to connect to the transmission system by providing their connections and allowing the electricity generated by them to be transported to areas of demand across the country.

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Following a minority stake sale which completed in November 2022, we are now owned 75% by SSE plc and 25% by Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board.

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We are committed to working in partnership with industry, academia, government and the local community to transform Dundee into a key location for innovation that will progress emerging technology for a greener future.

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• The Green Circular  is a 25-mile leisure cycle and walking route around the city. 
• The Dundee Cycle Map , shows ways of getting across the city using quieter roads, cycle lanes and off-road routes! More cycling and mountain biking routes can be found here . 
• Every year the Rotary Club of Claverhouse hosts the Dundee Cyclathon , a cycling fundraiser open for everyone to participate. 
• There are a variety of Cycling Clubs available across the cities for all ages and abilities. 

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• Become accredited by Cycling Scotland as a Cycling Friendly Primary  or Secondary School . Cycling to school brings many positive benefits: keeping children fit and healthy, building their confidence and giving them skills for life. 
• Create information posters/leaflets on walking and cycling to get children thinking about alternative, more sustainable transport to school. 
• Reinforce the benefits of cycling, walking and scooting to school such as increasing road safety awareness, saving money, arriving to school alert , boosting mental health & wellbeing and reducing pollution. 
• We can arrange for banners asking parents/ carers etc not to park near the school. These can be attached to the school gates/fence. 
• Encourage exploring Dundee by foot. Dundee has many interesting walking maps  available for the whole family. 

Local Resources Available

• Waterfront Active Travel and Dundee Cycle Hub  is now open! They can provide info on walking groups, cycling routes, bike repair and rental. 
• Dundee has a great circular economy. If you are looking for a second hand (kids) bike pay a visit to Tayside ReUsers  or visit Dundee’s Cycle Hub . 

What we can do to support your Eco-Schools Journey

• Presentations and Bikeability  sessions from the Active Travel Team  at Ancrum Outdoor Centre. Ancrum Outdoor Centre also offer a host of activities to schools. Activities can be arranged. 
• A talk/presentation on the new city-wide eBikes or the new pedestrian zones within the city. 
• Contact active travel officers for advice and presentations  
• Provide a link with the Dundee Cycle Hub at the Waterfront. 
• Provideposters,information,supportandtalks on the Get on the Go campaign, WOW (walk one a week) Travel Tracker with the Strider mascot. 
• Sustrans do a lot of work around Dundee and more information about this can be found here  
• We can facilitate and organise a creative ideas session for mobility solutions in Dundee 

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New images reveal 6 active travel routes for Dundee city centre

The active travel route plans are part of the wider multi-million pound re-development of Bell Street car park.

New images have revealed plans for six active travel routes connected to the re-development of Bell Street car park.

Dundee City Council has received £14 million from the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund to transform the Bell Street multi-storey into a sustainable transport hub over the next three years.

As part of this project, the local authority has commissioned Stantec – an international consultancy agency – to improve the active travel routes connected to the hub.

Six key areas have been identified as locations for further routes, which includes Reform Street, Bell Street, and Ward Road.

CGI images of the proposals have now been released as part of a online survey asking members of the public for their feedback.

The survey will run for seven weeks from November 21 to January 9.

1 – Reform Street

2 – Victoria Road

The Bell Street redevelopment is expected to begin next year and – when completed –  will see 350 electrical vehicle charging points, car share spaces, and an e-bike hire installed at the site.

The car parking capacity at the multi-storey would also be reduced by around half.

A building warrant application for works valued at £7 million was submitted by Dundee City Council’s transport department earlier this month.

3 – Bell Street

4 – Constitution Road

The six active travel routes connected to the Bell Street hub are the latest in the series of proposed changes in several areas of Dundee.

In June images were revealed for five “active freeway” routes on busy city roads .

These included Arbroath Road, Pitkerro Road and Macalpine Road, and would see normal traffic segregated from those walking, cycling or using other travel methods such as wheelchairs, mobility scooters and pushchairs.

It came after a similar proposals were published in March for Lochee Road, Coupar Angus Road and Liff Road.

5 – Ward Road

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Active travel.

Active travel simply means making journeys by physically active means - like walking, scooting or cycling.

Positive impacts include:

• Reduced traffic congestion
• Reduced air pollution
• Better physical, mental and social health
• Smaller carbon footprint to reduce negative impact of climate change.

Good infrastructure for walking and cycling is important, but people also need encouragement, support and guidance to change their behaviours and switch their journeys to either walking or cycling.

We work with all Dundee Primary Schools and deliver a wide programme of walking, scooting and cycling activities to support children learning to ride a bike and working towards achieving Bikeability level 2 award and making more positive choices in relation to travel to and from school. We host a number of physical initiatives to engage and inspire kids to achieve this. Our support is mainly delivered during the school day and we are working towards getting all schools developing a school travel plan where we can help them overcome key issues and concerns facing them and finding ways to work towards a more actively travelling lifestyle for their children and staff.

Our key goal is to transform our city with the help of Dundee City Council, Parent, Volunteers, Teachers and of course Children to a place where our journeys matter and become more enjoyable.

Bikeability Scotland is the national cycle training programme for school children from P5 to S2. It supports the next generation of confident and responsible road users. Sessions are mostly delivered in primary and secondary schools. The ability to ride a bike is essential to participate in the programme.

Level One This entry level is designed to focus on fun activities while strengthening bike skills. Each of the sessions are delivered in an off road, traffic free setting - typically a playground.

Level Two This level focuses on making short journeys on quieter roads, with an emphasis on signalling and observation.

Level Three Planning a journey and the use of more challenging routes like multi-lane roads and roundabouts are the main focus for this session.

Equipment and Kit Information Bikes and helmets will be provided but bringing your own bike is always welcomed. For more information please visit https://www.cycling.scot/bikeability-scotland

The award supports Scottish primary and secondary schools to improve facilities and increase the opportunities for children to cycle to school. From the initial registration through to assessment, we work closely with teachers, parents and pupils to help them achieve the award and schools are supported through each step of the process towards becoming Cycling Friendly. For more information please visit https://www.cycling.scot/what-we-do/cycling-friendly

The support of Bikeability Scotland instructors is key to the creation of the next generation of confident and responsible cyclists. Without our instructors, many of whom are volunteers cycle training would be beyond the reach of many primary schools, and pupils would miss out on learning a valuable life skill. For more information please visit https://www.cycling.scot/bikeability-scotland/instructors

In any of our programmes we provide basic bike maintenance because riding a bike would be worthless if you haven't been taught to do it safely.

For example, do you know what an M-check is? How high your saddle should be? Or, does it matter how hard you pump the tyres?

Our aim is to have all Dundee P6 and P7 pupils learn to ride a bike and go on to achieve level 2 – on-road Bikeability award, so to find out if your school is taking part, simply ask your school to confirm if they have arranged this with us and if not please help us by speaking up and encouraging the school through parent council forum to get in touch with us so no one misses out on this great resource offer.

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Active Travel in Dundee City

Active travel is a government initiative focusing on getting more people in Dundee City to walk and cycle for short journeys instead of relying on public transport.

This is a way of improving the health and fitness of communities across the country and improving air quality by reducing congestion and carbon emissions in urban areas.

As an active travel surfacing business, we contribute to increasing active travel in your local area by making walking and cycling more accessible.

We do this by offering more walk paths and cycling routes in regions to encourage people to take the natural choice for their everyday journeys.

Our company works alongside many local authorities, including schools, businesses, and leisure facilities in Dundee City and across the UK.

With so many benefits coming from active travel, we want to make walking and cycling more accessible in all communities so people can become healthier and happier at home.

By increasing levels of accessible paths and cycle routes, we can contribute to healthier communities in towns across the nation and are available for a range of services.

If you are interested in the work we do in Dundee City, do not hesitate to get in touch with us today to learn more.

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Why Use Us?

We are an accredited active travel surface installer business that has completed all the necessary training to work in communities across the country.

Our Dundee City team has a range of certifications, including CHAS and ConstructionLine verification ensuring the highest standard of work every time.

We have been working in this field for over ten years and, in recent years, have joined the Active Travel initiative to improve towns across the UK.

With this many years of experience, our team understands how active travel can improve any local area, which informs our work.

We can work in any environment, from towns to cities and beyond, to support the needs of the local people in terms of active travel solutions.

Our company remains competitive on pricing for our services, allowing us to deliver Active Travel to all regions.

We have a great relationship with suppliers in this industry and work with local manufacturing to provide an affordable service across the country.

Active Travel demonstrates the importance of a healthy lifestyle for all in Dundee City, which is why we strive to make walking and cycling accessible everywhere.

With our competitive prices, expert installer team, and local connections, we can improve towns and cities in all regions.

What is Active Travel?

Active Travel is an initiative that focuses on reducing congestion, carbon emission, and health issues in Dundee City and all regions across the UK and on increasing active travel, such as walking and cycling.

With walkways and cycling routes, we aim to encourage people to ditch public transport and their cars for healthier movement during their everyday journeys.

When it is easier to travel around your local area by foot or bike, we can reduce the number of car journeys and the demand for public transport.

Not only does active travel improve your health, but it can also drastically reduce carbon emissions in any area. You can improve your health and the environment by opting for walking and cycling instead of going by car.

As a Dundee City surfacing company, we are working as part of the Active Travel plan to make walking and cycling more accessible in all regions. We create walkways, cycling routes, and path infrastructure for wheelchair users to encourage people to get outdoors.

It is easier to walk or cycle when there are spaces in your community for this, which is where we come in.

We aim to deliver great service to all our clients and want to make it easier for people to get to school, the shops or simply around the town without using public transport or their car.

As well as making walking and cycling easier for everyone, the Active Travel initiative educates people in business, children in schools, and other community members regarding the importance of active travel for both health and the environment.

We are committed to making Dundee City a healthy and safe place for everyone, so we offer Active Travel, walking and cycling infrastructure installation nationwide.

What are Examples of Active Travel?

Active travel refers to modes of transportation that involve physical activity, typically walking and cycling, as the primary means of getting from one place to another. Here are some examples of active travel:

Walking: Walking is one of the most common forms of active travel. It includes walking for various purposes, such as commuting to work, going to school, running errands, or simply taking a leisurely stroll.

Cycling: Cycling involves riding bicycles for transportation. People use bicycles for commuting, recreational rides, and even for errands. Bicycle-sharing programs have made cycling more accessible in many urban areas.

Jogging and Running: While primarily seen as a form of exercise, jogging and running can also be modes of active travel, particularly for shorter trips or when individuals choose to run instead of walk for transportation.

Skating: Inline skating, rollerblading, and skateboarding are alternative forms of active travel for those who are comfortable with these activities. They are often used for shorter trips within neighbourhoods or on designated paths.

Scooter Riding: Electric scooters and kick scooters have gained popularity as a mode of active travel in many urban areas. Users can rent scooters to travel short distances.

Public Transportation Combined with Walking/Cycling: Active travel doesn't necessarily mean exclusively walking or cycling. Many people use public transportation (buses, trains, subways) and combine it with walking or cycling for the first and last legs of their journeys.

Benefits of Active Travel

Opting to walk or cycle around your area instead of using public transport can offer many benefits , including the following:

Reduced congestion, even in high-traffic areas

Reduced air pollution

Higher-quality public areas, which are made for walking and cycling

Better physical, mental and social health in all towns

Reduced carbon emissions which can help reach carbon-zero goals nationally

Increased economic growth in all regions

Better communities with reduced inequality, as active travel is wheelchair user-friendly and suitable for everyone.

People can benefit greatly from getting active by walking and cycling more frequently. By reducing our reliance on the car and public transport for journeys, we can also contribute to a safer environment.

Our company contributes to Active Travel by creating bike paths and safe walking routes in all regions in Dundee City, making it easier for people to opt for these methods of transport for all their journeys.

The cycling or walking infrastructure we create will support active travel in these areas for many years, benefiting local adults and children and the environment as a whole.

Surfacing for Active Travel Dundee City

We can offer various surfacing on any active travel scheme in Dundee City to make cycling and walking easier.

Our infrastructure installation supports active travel methods like cycling, and we can provide various surfacing solutions to suit all needs. These are some of the surfacing solutions we use for active travel:

Wetpour Dundee City

Wetpour is a great option for cycling and walking as it is a common safety surface. Wet pour can be used on all kinds of infrastructure to create a durable path that can support walking and bike rides for people of all ages.

Mulch Dundee City

Rubber mulch is a biodegradable infrastructure that is commonly found in parks, children's play areas, and similar spaces. This is ideal for walking spaces and can improve the environment using natural resources.

Rhino Pave Dundee City

Rhino Pave surfacing is used for walking and cycling journeys, this is another common safety surface commonly found in infrastructure like schools or playgrounds. This is made using rubber granules for additional bounce and durability.

Resin Bound Gravel Dundee City

Resin bound gravel is a decorative stone surfacing which is commonly installed on pathways and cycle routes.

Resin bound gravel is made using resin particles, this surfacing is versatile and supports walking and cycling.

Artificial Grass Dundee City

Commonly found in sports facilities, artificial grass creates a natural appearance without the demand for resources. This can be installed in multiple locations for cycle paths and walking routes.

High Durability Paint Dundee City

We use high-quality paint to mark these zones to indicate where a cycling or walking path is.

We can offer a range of colours to improve the appearance of local areas and ensure that these areas are signposted clearly.

Thermoplastic Markings Dundee City

Thermoplastic markings can also be used to indicate a cycling or walking route, as well as to make fun games for children.

Funding Dundee City

Several funding options are in place to support Active Travel solutions in places of business. Contact us to learn more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the active travel scheme in the uk.

The active travel scheme in the UK typically refers to initiatives and programs aimed at promoting and encouraging sustainable modes of transportation, such as walking and cycling.

These schemes are part of the UK government's efforts to reduce congestion, improve air quality, and promote healthier lifestyles.

Some of the key components of the active travel scheme in the UK include:

Cycling Infrastructure: The government invests in the development of cycling infrastructure, including dedicated bike lanes, bike-sharing programs, and secure bike storage facilities.

Walking Initiatives: Efforts are made to create pedestrian-friendly environments with improved sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, and safer walking routes.

Funding for Local Authorities: The government provides funding to local authorities for active travel projects, allowing them to implement measures that encourage walking and cycling.

Public Awareness Campaigns: Public awareness campaigns promote the benefits of active travel and encourage people to choose walking and cycling for short journeys.

School Travel: Programs are designed to encourage schoolchildren to walk or cycle to school, reducing car journeys and promoting healthy habits.

Legislation and Policies: The UK government has introduced policies and legislation to support active travel, such as the Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy (CWIS) and the Highway Code updates to improve road safety for cyclists and pedestrians.

Low Traffic Neighborhoods: The creation of low traffic neighbourhoods (LTNs) aims to reduce through traffic on residential streets, making them safer and more pleasant for walking and cycling.

Funding for Active Travel Infrastructure: Investment is made in building infrastructure that encourages active travel, such as cycleways, footpaths, and greenways.

Local authorities often play a significant role in implementing active travel projects tailored to the needs and priorities of their communities.

For the most up-to-date information on active travel schemes in the UK, you can refer to the official websites of the UK government, the Department for Transport (DfT), and local authorities in specific regions or cities.

What is an Active Travel Path?

An active travel path, also known as an active travel route or active transportation path, is a designated pathway or route designed to facilitate and encourage non-motorized forms of transportation, primarily walking and cycling.

These paths are intended to promote physical activity, reduce dependence on motorized vehicles, improve public health, and create sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation options.

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In line with their transport strategy, the Dundee City Council (DCC) wanted to improve access to their city centre and create sustainable modes of transport. DCC engaged our team to design a network of active travel corridors from northeast and northwest of the city, converging on a central transport hub.   

The hub will be created by redeveloping a multi-storey car park into a multi-modal, sustainable transport hub. A planned 350 electrical vehicle charging points will be incorporated along with electric vehicle car club spaces and e-bike hire. A significant solar array and battery storage system will power the hub without putting additional strain on the grid. The hub will also create enhanced walking and cycling links to the city centre, providing residents with access to sustainable transport options that improve connectivity and make the city centre greener, safer, and a more attractive place to live.

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