A submission in this category should demonstrate
A submission in this category should demonstrate
A submission in this category should demonstrate
Entries in this category need to demonstrate how particular policies and projects have improved the street environment. Examples of initiatives for this Award include environmental enhancement schemes, pedestrian schemes or parking and warden policies. Before and after photographs help the Judges with this category.
Alternatively, a cycling strategy may form the basis of a submission for this category or an individual scheme, which has brought significant benefits. Increased numbers of people cycling or reduced cycle casualties are two ways that you could document the success of your work.
Entries in this category need to demonstrate how particular policies and projects have improved the street environment. Examples of initiatives for this Award include environmental enhancement schemes, pedestrian schemes or parking and warden policies. Before and after photographs help the Judges with this category.
Alternatively, a cycling strategy may form the basis of a submission for this category or an individual scheme, which has brought significant benefits. Increased numbers of people cycling or reduced cycle casualties are two ways that you could document the success of your work.
PREVIOUS WINNERS
PREVIOUS WINNERS
PREVIOUS WINNERS
2024 Glasgow City Council - East City Way Phases 6 & 7
2023 Aberdeenshire Council: The Aberdeenshire Bothy
2022 Joint winners: Cyclehoop Ltd & Glasgow City Council
2020 City of Edinburgh Council, Edinburgh Cycle Hire Scheme
2019 Aberdeenshire Council, Integrated Travel Town Masterplan Project Approach
2024 Glasgow City Council - East City Way Phases 6 & 7
2023 Aberdeenshire Council: The Aberdeenshire Bothy
2022 Joint winners: Cyclehoop Ltd & Glasgow City Council
2020 City of Edinburgh Council, Edinburgh Cycle Hire Scheme
2019 Aberdeenshire Council, Integrated Travel Town Masterplan Project Approach
Ancrum Outdoor Centre
Active Travel Dundee
Ancrum Outdoor Centre’s Active Travel Dundee project is transforming how young people in Dundee engage with walking and cycling. Supported by long-term grant funding and in-kind resources, the project delivers a comprehensive programme to 18 primary schools near the Dundee Green Circular and cycle hub. Since November 2023, over 6,000 pupils have taken part in daily “walking buses,” rewarded with a 15-minute silent disco. Schools also benefit from bike training and free holiday bike camps. Travel tracker data shows an impressive 80% of pupils at targeted schools now actively travel to school—far exceeding the national average of 50%. The project’s blend of fun incentives, structured delivery, and targeted outreach is achieving real modal shift, improving health, reducing emissions, and creating a culture of active travel among Dundee’s next generation.
Ancrum Outdoor Centre
Active Travel Dundee
Ancrum Outdoor Centre’s Active Travel Dundee project is transforming how young people in Dundee engage with walking and cycling. Supported by long-term grant funding and in-kind resources, the project delivers a comprehensive programme to 18 primary schools near the Dundee Green Circular and cycle hub. Since November 2023, over 6,000 pupils have taken part in daily “walking buses,” rewarded with a 15-minute silent disco. Schools also benefit from bike training and free holiday bike camps. Travel tracker data shows an impressive 80% of pupils at targeted schools now actively travel to school—far exceeding the national average of 50%. The project’s blend of fun incentives, structured delivery, and targeted outreach is achieving real modal shift, improving health, reducing emissions, and creating a culture of active travel among Dundee’s next generation.
Ancrum Outdoor Centre
Active Travel Dundee
Ancrum Outdoor Centre’s Active Travel Dundee project is transforming how young people in Dundee engage with walking and cycling. Supported by long-term grant funding and in-kind resources, the project delivers a comprehensive programme to 18 primary schools near the Dundee Green Circular and cycle hub. Since November 2023, over 6,000 pupils have taken part in daily “walking buses,” rewarded with a 15-minute silent disco. Schools also benefit from bike training and free holiday bike camps. Travel tracker data shows an impressive 80% of pupils at targeted schools now actively travel to school—far exceeding the national average of 50%. The project’s blend of fun incentives, structured delivery, and targeted outreach is achieving real modal shift, improving health, reducing emissions, and creating a culture of active travel among Dundee’s next generation.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 project
WINNER
Angus Council transformed a dangerous 1.2km section of National Cycle Network Route 1 in Carnoustie, bordered by golf links and a rail line. The surface was poor and shared by vehicles and non-motorised users, creating conflict and frequent accidents. A new Pedestrian and Cyclist Priority Scheme, including intelligent traffic signals and Clearview Connex detection technology, now gives priority to cyclists and pedestrians at a key pinch point over Barry Burn. Since the July 2024 launch, no personal injury incidents have been recorded. Lighting has been installed throughout, and the route is now accessible to adaptive cycles and mobility aids, greatly enhancing safety, visibility, and inclusion for all users.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 project
WINNER
Angus Council transformed a dangerous 1.2km section of National Cycle Network Route 1 in Carnoustie, bordered by golf links and a rail line. The surface was poor and shared by vehicles and non-motorised users, creating conflict and frequent accidents. A new Pedestrian and Cyclist Priority Scheme, including intelligent traffic signals and Clearview Connex detection technology, now gives priority to cyclists and pedestrians at a key pinch point over Barry Burn. Since the July 2024 launch, no personal injury incidents have been recorded. Lighting has been installed throughout, and the route is now accessible to adaptive cycles and mobility aids, greatly enhancing safety, visibility, and inclusion for all users.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 project
WINNER
Angus Council transformed a dangerous 1.2km section of National Cycle Network Route 1 in Carnoustie, bordered by golf links and a rail line. The surface was poor and shared by vehicles and non-motorised users, creating conflict and frequent accidents. A new Pedestrian and Cyclist Priority Scheme, including intelligent traffic signals and Clearview Connex detection technology, now gives priority to cyclists and pedestrians at a key pinch point over Barry Burn. Since the July 2024 launch, no personal injury incidents have been recorded. Lighting has been installed throughout, and the route is now accessible to adaptive cycles and mobility aids, greatly enhancing safety, visibility, and inclusion for all users.
City of Edinburgh Council
City Centre West to East Link (CCWEL)
The City Centre West to East Link (CCWEL) is a landmark active travel corridor connecting key destinations across central Edinburgh. This comprehensive project includes protected cycleways, upgraded crossings, wider pavements, raised tables, street lighting, landscaping, and reduced street clutter. It links the Roseburn path network to Haymarket Station and the city centre, enabling safer, more attractive travel for pedestrians and cyclists. Six-month monitoring shows increased weekend cycling and a rise in residents cycling to work (from 8% to 12%). Children cycling to Roseburn Primary nearly doubled. Satisfaction among pedestrians also rose, especially on affected shopping streets. Support for the scheme has grown significantly, while opposition remains low. CCWEL delivers high-quality infrastructure and real modal shift—cutting carbon and boosting liveability.
City of Edinburgh Council
City Centre West to East Link (CCWEL)
The City Centre West to East Link (CCWEL) is a landmark active travel corridor connecting key destinations across central Edinburgh. This comprehensive project includes protected cycleways, upgraded crossings, wider pavements, raised tables, street lighting, landscaping, and reduced street clutter. It links the Roseburn path network to Haymarket Station and the city centre, enabling safer, more attractive travel for pedestrians and cyclists. Six-month monitoring shows increased weekend cycling and a rise in residents cycling to work (from 8% to 12%). Children cycling to Roseburn Primary nearly doubled. Satisfaction among pedestrians also rose, especially on affected shopping streets. Support for the scheme has grown significantly, while opposition remains low. CCWEL delivers high-quality infrastructure and real modal shift—cutting carbon and boosting liveability.
City of Edinburgh Council
City Centre West to East Link (CCWEL)
The City Centre West to East Link (CCWEL) is a landmark active travel corridor connecting key destinations across central Edinburgh. This comprehensive project includes protected cycleways, upgraded crossings, wider pavements, raised tables, street lighting, landscaping, and reduced street clutter. It links the Roseburn path network to Haymarket Station and the city centre, enabling safer, more attractive travel for pedestrians and cyclists. Six-month monitoring shows increased weekend cycling and a rise in residents cycling to work (from 8% to 12%). Children cycling to Roseburn Primary nearly doubled. Satisfaction among pedestrians also rose, especially on affected shopping streets. Support for the scheme has grown significantly, while opposition remains low. CCWEL delivers high-quality infrastructure and real modal shift—cutting carbon and boosting liveability.
Cyclehoop and Glasgow City Council
‘Trips’ Secure Bike Parking
In 2023, Glasgow and Cyclehoop launched ‘Trips’—a UK-first network of secure bikehangars offering destination parking across the city centre. Operated via a user-friendly app, these bikehangars reallocate car spaces and give cyclists convenient, secure storage near workplaces and shops. With over 1,100 users and 1,700 bookings, data revealed commuters as key users, leading to the launch of a subscription model. The system helped save an estimated 5,300kg of CO₂ emissions. Key to success was targeted publicity, Dr Bike events, and integration with existing Cyclehoop users. New locations installed in January 2025 will expand access further. Designed to prevent theft and reduce barriers to everyday cycling, Trips is a scalable, innovative solution for greener cities.
Cyclehoop and Glasgow City Council
‘Trips’ Secure Bike Parking
In 2023, Glasgow and Cyclehoop launched ‘Trips’—a UK-first network of secure bikehangars offering destination parking across the city centre. Operated via a user-friendly app, these bikehangars reallocate car spaces and give cyclists convenient, secure storage near workplaces and shops. With over 1,100 users and 1,700 bookings, data revealed commuters as key users, leading to the launch of a subscription model. The system helped save an estimated 5,300kg of CO₂ emissions. Key to success was targeted publicity, Dr Bike events, and integration with existing Cyclehoop users. New locations installed in January 2025 will expand access further. Designed to prevent theft and reduce barriers to everyday cycling, Trips is a scalable, innovative solution for greener cities.
Cyclehoop and Glasgow City Council
‘Trips’ Secure Bike Parking
In 2023, Glasgow and Cyclehoop launched ‘Trips’—a UK-first network of secure bikehangars offering destination parking across the city centre. Operated via a user-friendly app, these bikehangars reallocate car spaces and give cyclists convenient, secure storage near workplaces and shops. With over 1,100 users and 1,700 bookings, data revealed commuters as key users, leading to the launch of a subscription model. The system helped save an estimated 5,300kg of CO₂ emissions. Key to success was targeted publicity, Dr Bike events, and integration with existing Cyclehoop users. New locations installed in January 2025 will expand access further. Designed to prevent theft and reduce barriers to everyday cycling, Trips is a scalable, innovative solution for greener cities.
Cycling Scotland with Link Group
Riverside Dalmarnock Cycle Storage
This collaboration tackled a major barrier to cycling—lack of secure storage—in social housing. With Cycling Scotland’s funding, Link Group delivered 60 secure cycle storage spaces, repair stations, and a D-lock loan scheme for 78 households in Riverside Dalmarnock. Tenants now have safe, no-cost access to the riverside cycle path connecting to Glasgow city centre. The project has boosted independence, reduced travel anxiety, and encouraged active travel for work and leisure. It also addresses transport poverty by offering a free, sustainable alternative for those without access to a car. With strong community input and real environmental impact, this is a model for inclusive cycling infrastructure.
Cycling Scotland with Link Group
Riverside Dalmarnock Cycle Storage
This collaboration tackled a major barrier to cycling—lack of secure storage—in social housing. With Cycling Scotland’s funding, Link Group delivered 60 secure cycle storage spaces, repair stations, and a D-lock loan scheme for 78 households in Riverside Dalmarnock. Tenants now have safe, no-cost access to the riverside cycle path connecting to Glasgow city centre. The project has boosted independence, reduced travel anxiety, and encouraged active travel for work and leisure. It also addresses transport poverty by offering a free, sustainable alternative for those without access to a car. With strong community input and real environmental impact, this is a model for inclusive cycling infrastructure.
Cycling Scotland with Link Group
Riverside Dalmarnock Cycle Storage
This collaboration tackled a major barrier to cycling—lack of secure storage—in social housing. With Cycling Scotland’s funding, Link Group delivered 60 secure cycle storage spaces, repair stations, and a D-lock loan scheme for 78 households in Riverside Dalmarnock. Tenants now have safe, no-cost access to the riverside cycle path connecting to Glasgow city centre. The project has boosted independence, reduced travel anxiety, and encouraged active travel for work and leisure. It also addresses transport poverty by offering a free, sustainable alternative for those without access to a car. With strong community input and real environmental impact, this is a model for inclusive cycling infrastructure.
Glasgow City Council
Connecting Battlefield Phase 1
Glasgow’s Connecting Battlefield Phase 1 extends the South City Way with kerb-separated cycle lanes, floating bus stops, wider pavements, new traffic signals, and resurfaced footways. The project enhances safety, comfort, and accessibility for people walking, wheeling, and cycling. The corridor links key destinations like Queen’s Park and Victoria Hospital and is used by around 700 cyclists daily. Designed with inclusive principles and “feminist town planning” in mind, the scheme improves personal safety through better lighting and visibility. High-quality materials, landscaped greenspaces, and restored heritage features elevate the area’s look and feel. It’s a major step in reshaping Glasgow’s public realm to support active travel.
Glasgow City Council
Connecting Battlefield Phase 1
Glasgow’s Connecting Battlefield Phase 1 extends the South City Way with kerb-separated cycle lanes, floating bus stops, wider pavements, new traffic signals, and resurfaced footways. The project enhances safety, comfort, and accessibility for people walking, wheeling, and cycling. The corridor links key destinations like Queen’s Park and Victoria Hospital and is used by around 700 cyclists daily. Designed with inclusive principles and “feminist town planning” in mind, the scheme improves personal safety through better lighting and visibility. High-quality materials, landscaped greenspaces, and restored heritage features elevate the area’s look and feel. It’s a major step in reshaping Glasgow’s public realm to support active travel.
Glasgow City Council
Connecting Battlefield Phase 1
Glasgow’s Connecting Battlefield Phase 1 extends the South City Way with kerb-separated cycle lanes, floating bus stops, wider pavements, new traffic signals, and resurfaced footways. The project enhances safety, comfort, and accessibility for people walking, wheeling, and cycling. The corridor links key destinations like Queen’s Park and Victoria Hospital and is used by around 700 cyclists daily. Designed with inclusive principles and “feminist town planning” in mind, the scheme improves personal safety through better lighting and visibility. High-quality materials, landscaped greenspaces, and restored heritage features elevate the area’s look and feel. It’s a major step in reshaping Glasgow’s public realm to support active travel.
South Lanarkshire Council
East Kilbride Town Centre Active Travel Network
South Lanarkshire Council delivered ¾ km of high-quality active travel infrastructure in East Kilbride, linking the village area to the A726 Queensway. Previously, no safe route existed without sharing space with heavy traffic. The new fully segregated cycle path includes pedestrian crossings, upgraded lighting, decorative planters, and comfortable surfacing. Accessibility was a core design principle, with tactile paving, clear signage, and a welcoming route layout. The project encourages cycling and walking for everyday trips by providing a safe, direct, and scenic connection to parks, shops, and transit hubs. It enhances biodiversity and creates a strong sense of place, supporting confident use by people of all ages and abilities.
South Lanarkshire Council
East Kilbride Town Centre Active Travel Network
South Lanarkshire Council delivered ¾ km of high-quality active travel infrastructure in East Kilbride, linking the village area to the A726 Queensway. Previously, no safe route existed without sharing space with heavy traffic. The new fully segregated cycle path includes pedestrian crossings, upgraded lighting, decorative planters, and comfortable surfacing. Accessibility was a core design principle, with tactile paving, clear signage, and a welcoming route layout. The project encourages cycling and walking for everyday trips by providing a safe, direct, and scenic connection to parks, shops, and transit hubs. It enhances biodiversity and creates a strong sense of place, supporting confident use by people of all ages and abilities.
South Lanarkshire Council
East Kilbride Town Centre Active Travel Network
South Lanarkshire Council delivered ¾ km of high-quality active travel infrastructure in East Kilbride, linking the village area to the A726 Queensway. Previously, no safe route existed without sharing space with heavy traffic. The new fully segregated cycle path includes pedestrian crossings, upgraded lighting, decorative planters, and comfortable surfacing. Accessibility was a core design principle, with tactile paving, clear signage, and a welcoming route layout. The project encourages cycling and walking for everyday trips by providing a safe, direct, and scenic connection to parks, shops, and transit hubs. It enhances biodiversity and creates a strong sense of place, supporting confident use by people of all ages and abilities.