Walking
Walking is a good way to build healthy exercise into your daily routine.
It is now easy to plan your walking route in Leeds by using the free urban journey planner Walkit.com. Follow the link on the right hand side of this page and put in your start point and destination. You will get directions and a map of the route along with information on the distance, time to walk and calories burnt etc.
Cycling
Increasing the numbers of people cycling is a key aim of the West Yorkshire Transport Plan 2006 – 2011. Benefits include
- Improvements in health and fitness of participants.
- Reduction of congestion on the city’s roads.
- Reduction of pollutants emitted by motorised vehicles.
- Greater freedom of movement for those without access to a car.
The links on this page can be used to access information about all aspects of cycling and walking in Leeds.
Leeds City Council policy regarding cycling within the West Yorkshire Local Transport Plan relating to cycling.
Cycling maps for the Leeds area - find your route to work or plan a leisure trip using the free maps available to download or receive by post.
The Leeds core cycle network project - details regarding the Leeds Core Cycle Network Project.
Cycling frequently asked questions - some questions about why we do and don't certain things for cycling. Particularly relates to the Leeds Core Cycle Network.
Types of cycling infrastructure used in Leeds - various methods are used for improving the highway for cyclists, and facilities such as advance stop lines and cycle cut through's are becoming more common. Find out what they are and how to use them here.
Why cycle? Going by bike is not only good for the environment but it is good for your health too.
Cycle parking - information about types of cycle parking, how to request cycle parking and where to find cycle parking places in the city centre.
Leeds cycling consultation forum - make you views known and help make Leeds a better place for cyclists. Includes dates of upcoming meetings and minutes of previous meetings.
Feedback / contacts - how to contact us about cycling queries or problems.
Cyclists and traffic signals - information about traffic signals and cyclists
Cycle training - links to pages in other sections regarding cycle training and work in schools.