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A great way to get healthier, help the environment, save travel costs, and get out of the traffic is to commute to work via the Pier to Pier Way.

An initiative to promote the Pier to Pier Way as a valuable commuting option is underway thanks to a partnership between North Somerset Council and Sustrans, a charity dedicated to making it easier for everyone to walk, wheel, and cycle.

This increasingly popular active travel route links Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare, offering a healthier, quicker, and more sustainable alternative to driving.

The initiative is focusing on employers situated along or near the route, encouraging them to help their workforce take advantage of the Pier to Pier Way. The route cuts four miles off the equivalent road journey, making cycling a green and time-efficient alternative. It can often be the most time-efficient door-to-door option.

To support local businesses and their employees in making the switch to cycling, a package of resources is being offered on a first come first served basis, including:

expert advice for employers on promoting cycling in the workplace, including guidance on cycle parking, changing facilities, and the Government’s Cycle to Work Scheme
a limited supply of cycle racks available for interested employers
cycle training and accompanied rides for staff who are less confident on a bike
a ‘Borrow a Bike’ scheme, offering temporary access to bikes for those wanting to try commuting by cycling
‘Dr Bike’ sessions, providing free safety checks and basic maintenance
cycle maps and personalised route planning advice.

This is a unique opportunity for employers to support sustainable travel, improve staff wellbeing, and reduce congestion and carbon emissions. This is in addition to taking advantage of a scenic and well-connected cycling route.

To find out more about the Pier to Pier Way go to: www.n-somerset.gov.uk/piertopierway

Employers interested in getting involved or accessing any of the above support are encouraged to get in touch with Helen Morse, at Sustrans: [email protected]

The Pier to Pier Way is a fantastic asset for our region for leisure but it can also be a practical and healthy commuting route. I’ve used to it to get on my bike to commute from Clevedon to the Town Hall in Weston-super-Mare and hope others will also give it a go. By supporting employers and employees to take advantage of this traffic-free route, we’re helping to reduce congestion, cut carbon emissions, and promote active lifestyles. It’s a win-win for our communities and our environment.
Cllr Hannah Young, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport at North Somerset Council

Original press release by North Somerset Council