We want to enable more people to walk and cycle for regular journeys, such as going to work, or to the shop. With over 40% of all journeys under 2 miles made by car, with the right infrastructure in place, many of these shorter journeys can be made on foot or by bike.

We have plans to increase opportunities for active travel to create better connected, greener, safer and healthier communities where people want to live and work.

Read our 2018 Lancashire active travel strategy (PDF)

Local cycling and walking infrastructure plans (LCWIPs)

Local cycling and walking infrastructure plans (LCWIPs) enable a long-term approach to developing local cycling and walking networks and form a vital part of the Government’s strategy to increase active travel.

Last year we conducted a survey (Stage 1) to understand what you think of our existing network, barriers to walking and cycling, and suggestions for new or improved routes and facilities. We have used this feedback to help us develop a draft active travel network plan for Lancashire.

Thank you to everyone who took part in our recent public engagement. We are compiling your feedback and will be sharing the results soon.

Active travel fund

In 2020, we successfully bid for funding from the Department for Transport. We were awarded £2.8 million. The funding is to help more people safely access walking and cycling for short journeys. This was followed by a massive £5.5m in May 2023. 

The following improvements are planned or currently being delivered as part of this:

More about walking and cycling

Lancashire has an abundance of walks, including countryside, canals, rivers, woodlands, coast and towns. Ride along our traffic free routes, seaside promenades and canal towpaths.