Infrastructure, urban design and planning
We make it easier to walk, wheel and cycle by creating healthy, sociable, accessible and inspiring places with and for communities
Our team of expert designers and planners is passionate about championing ambitious ideas that put people at the heart of the designs.
We create places that connect us to each other, to what we need and where everyone can thrive without having to use a car.
We bring together the people who live and spend time in the area, including those with seldom-heard voices, to make the change they want to see.
The expertise of our teams covers all elements of the development, design, construction and maintenance of active travel infrastructure, safer streets and places.
Our integrated approach improves communities, helps reach climate goals, attracts economic development and increases quality of life.
We help create liveable cities and towns
78%
Increase in people walking, wheeling and cycling in Scotland because of safer routes
460 million
walking, wheeling and cycling trips on the National Cycle Network in 2024
28,000 tonnes
of carbon were saved in 2024
15%
Increase in sociability of environment in project Glasgow South City Way
We transform urban areas into vibrant, enjoyable places
We are experts working with local authorities to deliver to your strategic needs and priorities.
Based across the UK with the shared ethos and passion for active travel, we make it easier to walk, wheel and cycle by creating healthy, sociable, accessible and inspiring places with and for communities.
Our design and engineering team works across multiple scales, specialities, and spaces.
We excel in engaging with all stakeholders, ensuring that local residents and businesses feel a sense of ownership over their local environments and build strong community bonds.
We transform urban areas into vibrant, enjoyable places that enhance the overall quality of life, providing a sense of belonging and security for everyone.
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Low traffic neighbourhoods
We transform urban areas into quieter, safer spaces for the community.
Our low traffic neighbourhoods are designed with an integrated approach aligning with local priorities: supporting health and wellbeing, progress on climate and inclusion goals, strengthening transport connectivity and unlocking long‑term strategic value for the area.
By introducing a network of pocket parks, active‑travel routes and well‑designed play spaces, we create welcoming places for relaxation, social interaction and everyday activity.
Our expert teams work directly with the communities ensuring accessibility for everyone; creating spaces that foster a sense of community and belonging.
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School streets
We are experts in designing healthy and safe streets that encourage active travel to school.
Our approach to timed closures and school street design delivers practical, scalable solutions for schools across the UK; including those in busy areas and main roads.
We transform the school areas not just during school time but throughout the day; creating inviting green spaces, seating, safer crossings and low traffic areas.
Working directly with the school, parents and pupils, we design spaces that are safe, welcoming and benefit everyone.
We work with local authorities around the UK to make it possible for every child to travel to school actively and safely.
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Walking, wheeling and cycling infrastructure
We are experts in designing well-connected, inclusive and attractive active travel infrastructure.
Our team has delivered pioneering schemes across the UK, meeting a diverse range of local needs.
Many of our projects are now recognised as best practice by local authorities, community groups and consultancies, helping shape national standards for high quality walking, wheeling and cycling networks.
By integrating design, construction and maintenance with land and legal processes, planning and consents, and ecological considerations, we deliver infrastructure that works for everyone.
Our designs create enjoyable, safe walking, wheeling and cycling experiences that lead to healthier, more sustainable urban environments.
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Placemaking and greenways
Too often streets and spaces are designed in isolation.
We know that when places are well‑connected, safe and enjoyable, people are far more likely to walk, wheel and cycle - supporting healthier communities, inclusive access and climate goals.
By placing nature and community at the heart of urban planning, our greenways and placemaking approach reconnects people with nature in their daily lives.
We design spaces that increase biodiversity, support outdoor learning and integrate public art, while making active travel a viable, appealing choice for everyday journeys.
We help local authorities and partners deliver places that improve wellbeing, enhance transport connectivity and provide strategic value for communities now and into the future.
Connecting people and places across the UK
The National Cycle Network is a network of walking and cycling routes across the UK. As founders and custodians of the Network, we have over 20 years experience of large scale infrastructure projects.
More about the National Cycle NetworkWe design places that work for everyone
Our expert design team works closely with communities and local authorities to create healthy, accessible places; offering evidence‑based guidance that supports confident, long‑term decision‑making.
Acting as a trusted critical friend, we provide strategic advice, training and practical tools to help you plan and deliver high‑quality, inclusive streets and spaces.
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Active travel infrastructure
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust can help you to identify and implement cost-effective, proven solutions that reduce car use and increase walking, wheeling and cycling.
We design places with green and blue infrastructure in mind to promote biodiversity, sustainably manage surface water, reduce the effect of urban heat islands and much more.
We have developed guidance to outline why and how infrastructure should be incorporated.
Walking, wheeling and cycling infrastructure design guidance
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Greenways and traffic free routes
We’re helping transform towns and cities into healthier, accessible environments where people can enjoy nature close to home everyday.
Our work integrates inclusivity, design, construction and maintenance with land and legal issues, planning and consents, and ecology to create routes that work for everyone.
We provide guidance for the planning, design, construction and maintenance of traffic-free routes and greenways.
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Healthy streets and low traffic neighbourhoods
We're working with Healthy Streets and local authorities to help urban designers, transport planners and highways teams create healthier streets for everyone.
Our introductory design guide outlines the approach, tools and techniques needed to design a low traffic neighbourhood and the healthy streets design check provides guidance on making our streets better places for people.
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Our advocacy work
Our vision is of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives.
And we believe that reform in the planning system has a vital role to play in achieving that vision.
That’s why we’re working as part of the Better Planning Coalition to seek legislative amendments to the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill, and revisions to the National Planning Policy Framework.
Partner with us to create places people thrive in
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust works with hundreds of clients and partners throughout the UK to make it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle.
Since 1977, we've been providing support and consultancy on a wide range of schemes which make active journeys safer, easier and more appealing to even more people.
Together, we’re helping transform towns and cities into healthier, greener places that benefit communities and empower change.
If you are interested in working with us, please get in touch.
Our projects across the UK
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Infrastructure for walking, wheeling and cycling can save lives
Almost 30 road casualties have been prevented by improvements to active travel infrastructure in Scotland.
For nearly a decade, Places for Everyone has been the flagship programme for building and improving walking, wheeling and cycling infrastructure in Scotland.
Funded by the Scottish Government, the programme has delivered over 250 projects; ranging from multi-million-pound transformations in cities, to new routes between some of the smallest communities.
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We made the National Cycle Network’s first accessible cobbles
In the first phase of a new route from the 16th century Temple Newsam house, near Leeds, the team worked with heritage experts to trial a technique which made a smooth path through cobblestones.
The uneven surface was a major barrier to less able visitors.
Our Infrastructure and Network Development team worked with Leeds City Council to improve accessibility of the path whilst preserving its historic nature, making it a strong example of inclusive heritage.
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Placemaking as a form of climate change resilience
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust in Wales urban designers, Paria Mundhra and Tiegan Salter, talk about the importance of placemaking and how it can be used to deal with the effects of climate change.
Due to climate change, prolonged periods of hot temperatures are becoming increasingly common.
Climate change is giving us the urgent need and desire to reconnect to our surrounding environments and collectively shape them for our mutual shared benefit through placemaking strategies.
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Active travel networks transform cities across the UK
Two new walking, wheeling and cycling corridors have officially opened in Stirling, transforming how people get around the historic city.
The new active travel corridors connect communities, businesses and higher education institutes across the city like never before.
With many people across Stirling already using the new routes on a regular basis, locals, communities and councils are starting to reap the benefits of getting active for their everyday journeys.
We influence policy and drive sustainable change — explore our latest advocacy and policy work to see how.
