Free advice clinics in Harborough and throughout Leicestershire to help people to cycle or walk to work or school

Special travel clinics are being held in Market Harborough and throughout Leicestershire urging people to cycle or walk to work or school.

Three free travel advice events to help more youngsters and adults make the change to walking, cycling and scooting for everyday journeys are being staged by Leicestershire County Council.

Free bike checks and security markings will be available - along with electric bike trials and travel advice.

The first event is being held at Watermead Country Park (main entrance) on Saturday September 5.

The team will also be at St Andrews Church, Leicester Forest East, on Saturday September 12 and in Market Harborough’s Welland Park on Saturday September 19.

You can head along to meet the experts between 12pm and 4pm at every show.

Social distancing measures will be in place at the event and pre-booking is required for bike check-ups and the electric bike try outs.

Book today and find out more about the events here: https://www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk/events/

Cllr Trevor Pendleton, the county council’s cabinet member for highways and transport, said: “Since lockdown there has been a huge increase in people cycling, and we want to support them.

“These events are a great opportunity for keen cyclists and those who have got back on their bikes during lockdown to make sure their bikes are safe and help them continue to travel actively.”

He added: “By making it easier for people to walk or cycle safely, we’re helping to make Leicestershire a greener, healthier and happier place to live.”

Alongside these events, the county council is continuing to work on their temporary cycle lanes throughout the county.

The council is keen to hear from people about local areas which they think would benefit from walking and cycling schemes.

You can make your suggestions at: https://www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk/pop-up/