Cycle to Work Day
Suitable for staff at all schools and nurseries.
Overview
Education phase
Category of activity
TravelTypes of activity
How it helps
- Promotes exercise as part of the daily routine
- Promotes active travel at leadership level
About the activity
Cycle to Work Day is a national event that takes place every September. It’s a day to get in the saddle and experience the brilliant benefits everyday cycling offers – mental, physical and financial – first-hand, so get your staff involved!
Ask your colleagues to visit the Cycle to Work Day website and make their pledge prior to the event. Alternatively, you can challenge your friends or employer to take part via the website which will send an email giving them all the details they need to get involved.
Share information about London’s cycle Highways and Quietways to help staff plan their route for the day.
How to evidence your activity
Add your story to the TfL Travel for Life website. Explain the activity, add photos and include your colleagues’ feedback. Also include any promotional materials and correspondence with the Cycle to Work Day organisers.
Activity steps
Step 1
Get started - Visit the Cycle to Work Day website (see Resources) to find out when it’s next taking place and information on how to get involved
Step 2
Plan the day - Work with your school travel working group to organise the event. Are there any barriers to staff taking part? Think about how you could help to overcome them
Step 3
Promotion - Put posters in the staff room and send around emails to encourage as many colleagues as possible to pledge to take part on the day
Step 4
Tell your story - Ask your colleagues how they found the day. Will they now consider cycling more regularly? What would prevent them from doing so?