North of England
Go to online mappingSustrans is working with many schools in the region to develop Links to Schools, enabling many more children to walk and cycle to school.
We are lucky to have some of the most iconic routes of the National Cycle Network in our region, bringing vital tourism and leisure income to many, and enabling thousands of people to get out and see all the beauty that the North of England has to offer by foot and by bike. We are busy extending and improving the National Cycle Network throughout the region, and information on open National Cycle Routes in the North of England and reccommended rides can be found in the county and Easy Rides sections.
Work is underway on many of the Connect2 schemes in the region, ranging from new bridges to the reinstatement of a ferry to give pedestrians and cyclists new crossings over rivers, railways and roads. These will link into networks of walking and cycling routes to take people to school, the shops and work.
Work continues on the pilot of DIY Streets, involving residents in the redesign of their street as a liveable shared space where children can play, neighbours can chat, and cycling and walking are an easy choice.
There are Sustrans' Bike It officers in several towns and cities in the North of England, all working directly with children to give them the skills and confidence to cycle to school, and working with their parents and teachers to give them the peace of mind to let them.
Many thanks to all our very active Sustrans Volunteer Rangers who help us to maintain, sign and promote the National Cycle Network. Our job would be much harder without the vital support of our Rangers and other volunteers, who give their time and commitment so willingly.
Our Active Travel team is working to encourage students at Leeds University to walk and cycle to the benefit of their health. In addition Sustrans' is also working in areas of North Tyneside to promote and enable walking and cycling for everyday journeys.