Cycling Scotland

"I cycle to school every day. I feel very free." 🚲 We spoke to pupils at Riverside Primary School in Perth about what they love about cycling, how it makes them feel and the confidence given to them by #BikeabilityScotland training.

When you're driving, slow down around people on bikes. Don't take any risks. Leave space for a life. #GiveCycleSpace

Thanks to everyone who joined us in Perth for the 2026 #CyclingScotlandConf! 🚲️ Our latest blog looks back at a day filled with inspiring speakers, in-depth breakout sessions, study tours and networking at Perth Concert Hall: buff.ly/ji9rX4v

In 2025-26, several council areas reached new heights with #BikeabilityScotland 🚲 • @highland.gov.uk saw the greatest local increase in training delivery • @anguscouncil.bsky.social, @argyllandbute.bsky.social, @eastayrshire.bsky.social and Falkirk Council achieved their highest delivery rates yet

Great to have CabSec for Education, Culture and Gaelic Màiri McAllan join a #BikeabilityScotland session in East Lothian this week: outdoor learning that's building confidence, fostering independence and developing lifelong skills, all while getting out in the fresh air during the school day. 🚲

It's #ScotClimateWeek - a great chance to consider how cycling can help protect our environment. With transport the single biggest source of emissions in Scotland, the more local journeys we can shift to sustainable transport, including cycling, the better for our local air and the planet. 🚴‍♀️

🚲 "When we were doing Bikeability Level 2 we always went on the roads, and it was kind of hard, but also fun because I don't ride on the road often. It was fun to have an experience on the road." - Sophie, P6, on #BikeabilityScotland on-road cycle training

The latest results from the @cyclingscotland.bsky.social traffic survey, shows the continuing success of building high-quality cycle lanes in encouraging more people to cycle in #Edinburgh Find out more at cycling.scot/news/scotlan...

Thanks to everyone who attended the 2026 #CyclingScotlandConf in Perth last week! As Zara Mohammed said in her closing speech: "When you're cycling isn't there a wonderful togetherness in being part of a tribe... the freedom, the liberation..." We couldn't agree more.

More bikes than cars recorded on Edinburgh rush hour route for first time - and this may be why @cyclingscotland.bsky.social www.scotsman.com/news/transpo...

Among the findings: ➡️ More bikes than cars at rush hour for first time on Edinburgh’s Leith Walk ➡️ Record cycling modal share on Edinburgh’s York Place (4.7%, up from 2.1% in 2021) ➡️ Three Glasgow streets see highest ever cycling modal shares ➡️ Cycling more than doubles on Glasgow's East City Way

🚲 "The point is just to have that choice for everyone, regardless of how old they are or where they live." @annaholligan.bsky.social shares the freedom and joy that cycling has brought her as a working parent and reporter in the Netherlands. @lesswastelaura.bsky.social #CyclingScotlandConf

🚲 The 2026 #CyclingScotlandConf is about to kick off in Perth! An exciting day ahead as we hear from voices from across Scotland, on how we can support more people to enjoy the many benefits that everyday cycling brings. Use the hashtag to get involved through the day 👆️

🚲 "It made me feel more confident on my bike and more confident on the roads. Everywhere that I go with my bike, I know what to do and where to go... It definitely boosts my confidence, being able to be trusted to go by myself or with my friend." - Issy, P7, on #BikeabilityScotland cycle training

🚲 Joan, aged 70, shows it’s never too late to learn how to ride a bike, after an adult cycle training class unlocked the confidence she needed to get going. "Anyone thinking they might be too unfit, too old, nervous: you’re not. You never know what you can do until you try." buff.ly/1MCYs28

🚲🎒 "𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁. 𝗜𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸. 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗻. 𝗜 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴." - Ethan, P6 A new school term means one thing... #BikeabilityScotland is back! Building skills for life, boosting independence and helping make cycling a real choice for everyday journeys for years to come.

Looking to explore ideas in more depth and connect with fellow delegates at #CyclingScotlandConf? We’re hosting a set of roundtable discussions on: ➡️ Inclusive cycle training ➡️ Climate change adaptation ➡️ Communicating cycling data Find out more and join us in Perth on 16th Sept: buff.ly/KxDqpAd

"Everywhere that I go with my bike, I know what to do and where to go." - Issy, P6 ✏️🚲 It's back to school for pupils across Scotland this month! Which means more young people gaining essential life skills and cycling confidence through #BikeabilityScotland training. buff.ly/XiqvzBP

Cllr Richard Watters, Convenor of Perth and Kinross Council’s Climate Change and Sustainability Committee will provide a welcoming address to #CyclingScotlandConf delegates in Perth. 📍 Perth 📅 16 Sept 2026 🎟️ Tickets and info: buff.ly/Gkr3QfH

🚲 "It's so much quicker than commuting by car, and it makes me feel a lot better. I don’t have to sit in traffic, which is a waste of time. You’re able to reorganise the day in your mind, and it’s a bit of exercise too." Helena, on why she cycles to work #CycleToWorkDay

At this year’s national #CyclingScotlandConf, we’re hosting a breakout session on the impact of projects improving access to bikes, cycle parking and storage, and what more needs to be done to address inequalities around cycling. Find out more and register to join us in Perth: buff.ly/Gkr3QfH

This summer, hundreds of young people are riding bikes that would otherwise have gone to landfill – thanks to a pilot project giving brand new life to old bikes: buff.ly/M9gzWL6

📣 Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Transport, Stephen Flynn MSP, will address this year's national #CyclingScotlandConf in Perth, to outline the Scottish Government's priorities in supporting everyday cycling in Scotland. 📍 Perth 📅 16 Sept 2026 🎟️ Tickets and info: buff.ly/Gkr3QfH

🚲 "Convenience, practical reasons… it's my best form of transport. If I have any appointments, medical check-ups in the city centre for example, I'll get there by bike." 👇 Read Michael's story here.

Nice to bump into athletes from #TeamWales on our way to an Adult Cycle Training session this morning! In town for #Glasgow2026 and using their bikes to get around ☺️🚲

Climate equalities activist Zarina Ahmad has dedicated herself to creating new pathways for under-represented groups in the environmental sector. We're delighted to welcome her as chair of this year's national #CyclingScotlandConf 📍 Perth 📅 16 Sept 2026 🎟️ More info & tickets: buff.ly/OPClPY8

🚲 Heading to the #Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games? More and more people are cycling in the city thanks to new protected infrastructure and dedicated paths, with cycle parking to take advantage of at many of the #CyclingFriendly Games venues! Check out the travel advice here 👇

Our #CyclingScotlandConf breakout session "Safer, healthier and more connected places" brings together experts working to make our communities better places to live, work and travel. Hear more about the session and find out how to book your place for Perth on 16th September: buff.ly/AMtNMyc

"Most of us rarely do anything that could easily kill another person – except when we drive." A thought-provoking article from @profkyd.bsky.social, on why we need to treat driving as the serious responsibility that it is and take stronger action to prevent deaths and injuries on our streets.