SEStran

SEStran is the South East of Scotland Transport Partnership.

18/06/2026

We recently attended an event at a Langlees Primary School in Falkirk to celebrate the delivery of 88 bikes, 88 helmets and four storage containers across four local primary schools.

Falkirk Council bought the bikes using our People and Place Access to Bikes and Cycle Storage fund.

The bikes will have a huge impact on the children at the four schools by allowing every child to take part in Bikeability training.

From the smiles on the children's faces, it was clear to see that they are enjoying having the fleet of bikes available to them. And the schools are already reporting that many of the children are putting their new found skills to good use and using their own bikes to travel around more. 👏

Find out more about our People and Place programme: https://sestran.gov.uk/people-and-place/

05/06/2026

🌍 Today is World Environment Day. 🌍

Through our People and Place programme, we are supporting projects across our region to help more people choose active travel.

One of these is Bridgend Farmhouse. Their work helps more people access cycling, whether it is building skills, trying out bikes, or just having the opportunity to travel differently. And, these are the things that can make a huge difference, helping people move some journeys from car to cycle.

Climate action isn't just about large-scale change. It's also about supporting people to choose to travel differently, one journey at a time.

Can you swap a car journey to one made by active or sustainable travel?

👉 Find out more about our People and Place programme, including the projects we're funding this year: https://sestran.gov.uk/people-and-place/

03/06/2026

🚲 Happy World Bicycle Day!

Today we are celebrating the simple power of getting on a bike. For many, cycling is part of the daily commute. For others, it is a way to clear our head, stay active and enjoy the places we live and work.

At SEStran, we know that making cycling easier and safer is key to creating a transport network that works for everyone. More cycling means healthier people, cleaner air and better connected communities.

Here are a few pictures of some of our team out on two wheels.

06/05/2026

Transport has it's own language - we had a bit of fun translating transport speak into real life!

01/05/2026

Today marks the start of National Walking Month and it’s a great time to celebrate walking as one of the simplest and most inclusive forms of active travel. 🚶‍♀️‍➡️

Walking helps keep us active, supports mental wellbeing, and cuts emissions. It can be built into everyday journeys like getting to work, education, shops or public transport, making it an free and easy choice for many people. It also helps create healthier places, quieter streets and more connected communities.

Whether it’s a short everyday trip or part of a longer journey, every step counts! 👣

22/04/2026

This Earth Day, we’re sharing a case study from one of our People and Place funded projects – SHRUB Coop’s Wee Spoke Hub.

Through their wheelchair and cycle hub they’re supporting people to repair and reuse bikes, share skills and build confidence. This is making active travel a more achievable option for their local community, and they’re seeing fantastic results!

👉 Read our case study to find out more and see the great impact they’re having: https://sestran.gov.uk/shrub-cooperative-the-wee-spoke-hub/

Transport Scotland

16/04/2026

Our second People and Place case study film is about Bridgend Farmhouse in Edinburgh.

Bridgend Farmhouse use their People and Place funding to support their biking activities. This includes:
🚴‍♀️ Their Bike Barn, which has a community bike mechanic and a skills development programme for young people
🚴‍♀️A Wee Pedal, who provide led rides and lessons
🚴‍♀️Their bike maintenance programme

Take a look at the film to see the great work they are doing and the impact they are having on their local community.

Find out more about our People and Place programme: https://sestran.gov.uk/people-and-place/

Transport Scotland

Address

Area 3D (Bridge)
Edinburgh
EH66QQ

Website

https://sestran.gov.uk/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when SEStran posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Want your organisation to be the top-listed Non Profit Organisation in Edinburgh?