Living Streets

Living Streets We are Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking. We believe that a walking nation means progress for everyone.

We want to create a walking nation, free from congested roads and pollution, reducing the risk of preventable illness and social isolation and making walking the natural choice. Our ambition is to get people of all generations to enjoy the benefits that this simple act brings and to ensure all our streets are fit for walking. For more than 85 years we’ve been a beacon for walking. In our early days our campaigning led to the UK’s first zebra crossings and speed limits. Now, our campaigns and local projects deliver real change to overcome barriers to walking and our ground breaking initiatives such as the world’s biggest Walk to School campaign encourage millions of people to walk. Progress starts here: one street, one school, one step at a time.

Did you know that over a third (34%) of parents are worried about heavy traffic on the journey to school?No child should...
06/10/2026

Did you know that over a third (34%) of parents are worried about heavy traffic on the journey to school?

No child should miss out on the benefits of walking, wheeling, cycling or scooting to school because families feel unsafe on local roads.

This International Walk to School Month, we're raising awareness of the need for safer, healthier streets that put children first.

Find out how you can get involved: https://www.livingstreets.org.uk/iwtsm

💌 We’re inviting all schools to Step into Spring for Happy Shoesday 2027 💌Join our feel-good fundraising event on Tues 1...
05/10/2026

💌 We’re inviting all schools to Step into Spring for Happy Shoesday 2027 💌

Join our feel-good fundraising event on Tues 16 March!

Pupils are encouraged to walk to school in the shoes that make them smile – sparkly, sporty or wonderfully unique – and donate what they can.

Getting started is easy. Sign up your school today 👉 https://bitly.livingstreets.org.uk/4wbhifv

October marks the start of our autumn term challenge in England and Wales! 🍂 The challenge runs throughout the month, ...
02/10/2026

October marks the start of our autumn term challenge in England and Wales! 🍂

The challenge runs throughout the month, so let's encourage all pupils to walk, wheel, cycle or scoot to school as much as possible.

Find out more 👉 https://www.livingstreets.org.uk/wowtopten

Hydref yw mis ein her tymor yr hydref yng Nghymru a Lloegr! 🍂

Mae'r her yn rhedeg drwy gydol y mis, felly gadewch i ni annog pob disgybl i gerdded, olwynio, beicio neu sgwtera i'r ysgol gymaint â phosibl.

Dysgwch fwy 👉 https://www.livingstreets.org.uk/wowtopten

Families in the UK are concerned about road safety on the school run. Our new research, commissioned for International W...
01/10/2026

Families in the UK are concerned about road safety on the school run. Our new research, commissioned for International Walk to School Month, shows that parents are worried about unsafe speeds (42%) and heavy traffic (34%) on the journey to school.

Living Streets campaigns for safer streets, so more families feel confident walking and wheeling to school. In recent years, campaign successes have included the roll-out of 20mph speed limits in residential areas in Wales, and the banning of pavement parking in Scotland.

As the days get shorter and darker, road safety becomes even more important. We’re encouraging more families to walk or wheel to school this October – and beyond – to help reduce traffic on the roads at busy times.

Read more here: https://www.livingstreets.org.uk/roadsafetyconcerns

🎉 International Walk to School Month is here! Spend quality time together and start the day with a smile 😊 Throughout Oc...
01/10/2026

🎉 International Walk to School Month is here!

Spend quality time together and start the day with a smile 😊

Throughout October, we're encouraging children and families to walk or wheel to school whenever possible and enjoy the many benefits of active journeys.

Even small changes to the school run can help children build confidence, stay active and enjoy valuable moments together before the school day begins.

🛴 To celebrate, we're giving away a Sprite Neochrome scooter from Micro Scooters UK worth £139.95. Share your International Walk to School Month photos with us during October for a chance to win. Terms and conditions apply.

Find out more and get your school involved: 👉 livingstreets.org.uk/October

🎉 Mae Mis Rhyngwladol Cerdded i'r Ysgol yn dechrau heddiw!

Treuliwch amser gwerthfawr gyda'ch gilydd a dechreuwch y diwrnod gyda gwên 😊

Y mis Hydref hwn, ymunwch â miloedd o deuluoedd sy'n cerdded ac olwynio i'r ysgol fel rhan o Fis Rhyngwladol Cerdded i'r Ysgol.

Mae'r daith i'r ysgol yn gyfle i sgwrsio, cysylltu, bod yn egnïol a chyrraedd yn barod ar gyfer y diwrnod sydd i ddod.

🛴 Hefyd, gallech chi ennill sgwter Sprite Neochrome gan Micro Scooters UK gwerth £139.95. Anfonwch eich lluniau o Fis Rhyngwladol Cerdded i'r Ysgol atom drwy gydol mis Hydref i gael eich cynnwys yn ein raffl wobrwyo. Mae telerau ac amodau yn berthnasol.

Dysgwch sut y gall eich ysgol gymryd rhan 👉 livingstreets.org.uk/Hydref

29/09/2026

We had the pleasure of showcasing our new Women and Girls’ film at Active Travel England’s Making Active Places conference last week, where we were also treated to excellent contributions from other organisations.

Our film features women who are making their voices heard on what's needed to make our streets safer and more welcoming for women and girls from all walks of life. You can watch the full version of our film on our website, featuring Sophia, who set up the fab Bristol Steppin Sistas.

Active Travel England has launched their women and girls' safety hub with documents and resources related to how to design streets and places for women and girls. Make sure to visit their website to find out more.

October is Free Wills Month, making it the perfect time to write or update your will and consider the legacy you'd like ...
28/09/2026

October is Free Wills Month, making it the perfect time to write or update your will and consider the legacy you'd like to leave.

A gift in your will costs nothing today but could help transform lives for years to come.

No matter the size, every legacy gift makes a difference, helping Living Streets campaign for safer crossings, cleaner air and streets where everyone can walk and wheel safely, confidently and happily.

Write your will for free through Farewill: livingstreets.org.uk/join-and-donate/leave-a-legacy

How can devolution unlock a transport revolution? 💡 Join us at our Labour Party Conference fringe event, hosted by the ...
27/09/2026

How can devolution unlock a transport revolution? 💡

Join us at our Labour Party Conference fringe event, hosted by the Sustainable Transport Alliance, as we explore how greater regional powers can transform the way people move, connect and thrive in their communities.

Featuring:

Dr Scott Arthur MP, Member of Parliament for Edinburgh South West

Alex Mayer MP, Member of Parliament for Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard

Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council and Cabinet Member for Public Service Innovation

Claire Ward - East Midlands Mayor, Mayor of East Midlands Combined County Authority

Catherine Woodhead, Chief Executive of Living Streets

Register for free: bitly.livingstreets.org.uk/4yLPMHd

📍 Hilton Liverpool City Centre, Liverpool

📆 5-6pm, Tuesday, 29 September

What if your next marathon could help create safer streets for everyone?We're looking for four participants to join Livi...
25/09/2026

What if your next marathon could help create safer streets for everyone?

We're looking for four participants to join Living Streets in the 2027 TCS London Marathon.

As part of the team, you'll be helping us campaign for places where people can walk or wheel safely, access local services and enjoy healthier, more connected communities.

Find out more and apply before Thursday 1 October: https://www.livingstreets.org.uk/londonmarathon2027

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24/09/2026

We love to see this! Newyddion gwych!

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