Two Manchester Cycling Projects are amongst twelve innovative,wheeling and cycling projects in the North West to win a share of £1 million
The winning projects include Walk Ride Greater Manchester, which will use the funding to set up walking and bike buses, helping hundreds of primary school children travel to school in a fun, safe and active way.
Manchester Bikes, a Shared cycle scheme between Walkden railway station and RHS Bridgewater, run by local cycle shops to support car‑free, inclusive
Meanwhile Go Jauntly is also a
The Active Travel Innovation Fund was launched in October last year to enable small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) and non‑governmental
Funded projects will provide more people with healthier and sustainable active travel options, especially those from under-represented groups, supporting the government’s missions to improve public health, create safer streets and cut carbon emissions.
National Active Travel Commissioner Chris Boardman said:
“These projects are about testing fresh ideas in the real world and finding out what works. By backing smaller, innovative organisations across the country, we are tapping into more imaginations, reaching people in the heart of the community and building a strong evidence base that will further improve everyday journeys for people who walk, wheel and cycle now and in the future.
“The lessons we learn will help councils, businesses and communities invest in approaches that are inclusive, practical and deliver tangible benefits. It’s about making it easier for more people to choose active travel for everyday trips, whatever their age, ability or background.”
Director of Walk Ride Greater Manchester Harry Gray, said:
“We’re delighted to have received funding from Active Travel England’s Innovation Fund to deliver a Walking and Cycling Bus Pilot across Manchester and Trafford. This funding enables us to provide a full-time Project Coordinator to grow and sustain walking and cycling buses at scale. Every child across Greater Manchester should have access to a safe active travel route to school – walking and cycling busses are where that journey begins.”
