Transport Advice

Walking and Cycling

Walk or cycle where you can.

Walking or cycling, keeps you fit, is free and can give you a little time to relax, think, plan or listen to music. It may take time to get used to so why not start by trying it for a day or a week. If you have never cycled or not cycled for years, some local authorities organised Cycling Courses for adults, and road safety cycling courses are available for children.

Keep safe walking or cycling, that means lights on your bike and reflective clothing.

Someone who cycles 20 miles a week is on average as fit as someone 10 years younger.

Contact your local authority for information on local footpaths and cycle routes.

Useful websites

Route planning and mileage calculator

Sustainable transport organisation

Tax free bikes for work

Dorset Cyclists Network

Dorset cycling routes

Dorset walks

More Dorset walks

Walks around the country

Bournemouth Poole and Christchurch cycle routes

UK cycle routes