Best places in the UK to walk and cycle to work

Best places in the UK to walk and cycle to work

The gradual lifting of lockdown has meant that a portion of the UK population are returning to their offices with many of us keen to avoid public transport as much as we can. For months, walking or cycling became a much needed practicality and source of enjoyment, igniting a newfound appreciation for exercise in the UK.

The Government instigated a new £2billion initiative, on 9 May 2020, in response to these unprecedented times, to encourage more people to walk and cycle post-lockdown. Across England, pop-up bike lanes, wider pavements, safer junctions and cycle and bus-only lanes have been introduced. Vouchers will also be granted to the public for bike repairs, as an incentive for people to get their old bikes out of the shed. 
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