South of Scotland Cycling Partnership Strategy

This Cycling Strategy Annual Review 2023-24 provides an overview of the initiatives, projects and partnerships that have propelled the cycling strategy forward. It outlines the investments made in infrastructure, the expansion of cycling networks and the implementation of innovative solutions to enhance the cycling experience and increase participation in both everyday cycling and athlete pathways. It highlights our efforts to integrate cycling into broader rural planning and development frameworks, fostering a holistic approach that promotes active transportation and liveable communities.

As part of implementing the REP Cycling Partnership Strategy and as part of the development work for the Coast2Coast Bike Infrastructure Masterplan, Urban Foresight was commissioned to undertake a piece of work for businesses and communities along the route. Cycling tourism gives an opportunity to deliver new economic opportunities for local communities and businesses and the resulting masterplan maps existing infrastructure and services and identifies opportunities necessary for a high-quality user experience.