The UK has experienced increasingly extreme weather in recent years, highlighting the need to think differently about how we travel and how resilient our transport networks are. Today, Campaign for Better Transport brought together more than 50 organisations from across transport, climate, health and community sectors to call on the Government to take urgent action…
In 2025, Walk Wheel Ride delivered an ambitious and wide-reaching programme across Huddersfield, Batley & Spen Valley and the Holme Valley, putting walking, wheeling and cycling at the centre of community life. Across the three hubs, we held 103 events and recorded attendance exceeded 2,300 people. Many more stopped at our stalls, joined conversations, picked up information or took part informally. The scale of engagement shows that active travel…
We’re delighted to share the final film from our ‘Shared Journeys’ photo voice project, a celebration of the people, stories and experiences that have shaped some of our Walk Wheel Ride work in the Holme Valley over the past year. Created in collaboration with the brilliant Chris from Our Creative Connection, the film brings together…
This year has been an exciting one for Walk Wheel Ride, as we’ve continued to grow our programme of inclusive activities designed to bring people together, boost confidence, and make the outdoors more accessible for everyone. From wellness walks and accessible days out to bike try-outs, our events are giving people opportunities to get active,…
We’re excited to share the first in a brand-new series of guided cycling routes videos designed to help more people explore Huddersfield confidently by bike. The videos are being produced by the amazing team at Paradigm Creative, and are supported by West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Transpennine Route Upgrade, as part of our ongoing commitment…
This spring, EPIKS teamed up with the brilliant team at Experience Community to run a four-week wheelchair skills course in Holmfirth and it was a hit! Led by expert instructors with lived experience, the course gave wheelchair users the chance to boost their skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive and fun environment. What Happened?…
Join us for a jam packed summer of Walk Wheel Ride events in Kirklees! In 2025, the Walk Wheel Ride team is turning up the energy across Kirklees with a packed programme of fun, free and inclusive events for all ages! From bustling town centres to gorgeous green spaces, our events are the place to…
This summer, Walk Wheel Ride is excited to launch our Big Summer Giveaway – and we want YOU to get involved! We’re inviting everyone to take part in our Commonplace Consultation – a chance to share your views, shape the future of local spaces, and be in with a chance to win a brand-new Bickerton…
We’re excited to announce the official launch of the Batley and Spen Valley Community Active Travel Hub and we’re thrilled to say our launch event was a fantastic success! A huge thank you to everyone who came down to Market Place in Batley at the weekend to show their support, take part in activities, and…
We’re excited to launch a new interactive tool on our Walk Wheel Ride website, in partnership with Commonplace, to better understand how people travel around Huddersfield. This initiative is all about making it easier, safer, and more accessible for people to walk, wheel, and cycle, whether for commuting, errands, or leisure. We know that many…