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What We Do
Move For Good is the new name for Linlithgow Community Development Trust’s Active Travel programme.
We have always promoted active travel in all its forms. We’ve held many events including bike maintenance, cycle training, travel planning, electric car information evenings, electric bike trials, walking groups and much more. For more information on our upcoming events such as holiday programmes, workshops and taster sessions, please visit our Eventbrite page.
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Linlithgow Cycle Kitchen
Join us at the Hub for free friendly support from skilled mechanics to help you learn how to fix your bike!
Tools, advice and hot drinks available at each drop in session.
Every second Tuesday 5-7pm.
Check the next session date and book a stand on Eventbrite.
Upcoming 2025 dates: May 20; June 3, 17. More to follow.
FREE Long term eBike loans
We would love to help everyone in our community explore alternatives to using cars for their regular journeys.
LCDT are offering free eBike loans of 14-30 days so you can try one out to see how it can change how you travel.
We have 4 bikes available (three standard and one eCargo) and you can find out more about them on our website https://bit.ly/3vAbgsn
Email hello@trust-linlithgow.org.uk to register your interest and find out more! The offer is limited to one eBike per household and T&Cs apply.
Led Buggy and Sling Walks
Every Wednesday, meet at 10.30am at the Hub (6-7 The Vennel)
Short walks (c45-60 minutes) around Linlithgow with a friendly walk leader.
Free. Drop in on the day. Buggies, prams, carriers, slings all welcome!
Go Jauntly walks around Linlithgow
Need some inspiration for walking routes in Linlithgow?
We’ve teamed up with Go Jauntly to create a series of free walking routes around Linlithgow.
Download the Go Jauntly app and search ‘Linlithgow’ to discover Move For Good’s series of friendly, simple step-by-step guided routes in your area. Whether you’re looking for a mindful stroll close to the high street, a catch up with a friend in the fresh air or a longer walk in nature, we’ve got you covered.
Coming soon
Led Health Walks
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CYCLING LOCALLY
Want to get out cycling in your local area? There are lots of opportunities in Linlithgow and around the area.
West Lothian Cycle Circuit
The West Lothian Cycling Circuit is now open for group bookings and public use. Public sessions can be booked at Xcite Linlithgow. Please contact Xcite Linlithgow reception on 01506 237960 for the most up to date availability. Click here for background information about the circuit.
Second hand bikes and bike maintenance
Find yourself a second hand bike via our Friends at First Step Bikes or get a hand with some bike maintenance https://firststeprecovery.co.uk/bike-workshop/
LCDT will be hosting fortnightly Cycle Kitchen sessions delivered by 1st Step Bikes, at the Hub. Each session will be delivered by a mechanic and a volunteer and there will be 4 bike stands, tools and basic parts available. Three bike stands will be available to book via Eventbrite with one additional stand available on a drop in basis. Look out for more information on our social media channels.
eBike hire (long term loans)
LCDT are currently trialling longer term eBike loans, of up to 30 days for free. Contact us at hello@trust-linlithgow.org.uk for more information and to book. Limited to one eBike per household, and terms and conditions apply.
Outside of Linlithgow, Forth Environment Link Falkirk Active Travel Hub Ebike library also do long term ebike loans and have additional accessories to hire such as kid seats and trailers.
Adapted bikes
You might be interested in adapted bikes. If so, then contact West Lothian Bike Library www.facebook.com/wlbikelibrary
Want to treat someone to a lovely trip round Linlithgow on one of Cycling Without Age’s trishaws or wheelchair adapted trishaw? Contact them on 07835 938469 or via their Facebook page Cycling Without Age Scotland Linlithgow
Cycling clubs
Want to join a local cycling Club? West Lothian Clarion has a variety of activities. Find out more here
Getting around town
Here’s a handy active travel map of the town. If you would prefer a paper version, you can pick one up at the Hub.
Ever since its formation in 2008 Transition Linlithgow has been taking action to promote climate change education and initiatives. We will continue to tackle climate change with the community in the years ahead, now as part of the Linlithgow Community Development Trust SCIO.
If you have ideas to help shape our future plans, we would love you to share them with us.
Get Involved
Volunteers are vital to our work. We have a wide range of projects and initiatives to get involved with. Learn new skills and meet new people all while helping the community.
Current volunteer opportunities: Walk leaders
Do you know some more local community cycling, walking or running groups that we should add here? Get in touch with us via hello@trust-linlithgow.org.uk
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