Walk It Bike It Ayrshire

Active Travel Hubs Ayr and Kilmarnock

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A monthly podcast discussing all things walking and cycling, on the first Monday of each month. The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

12/05/2022

Episode 25 - Accessible Ayr

Accessible Ayr is an ambitious project by South Ayrshire Council, Ayrshire Roads Alliance and Sustrans. The plan is to significantly invest in the town centre, making it a vibrant and more attractive place for people to visit and enjoy, as well as make it easier to access by pedestrians and cyclists. This month we are joined by Fiona and Chris from the project team to tell us all about it! You can have your say at https://accessibleayr-swecouk.hub.arcgis.com/ - this leg of the consultation is open until 12th Dec with more opportunties to contribute in the New Year too. You can view the plans and get more info at https://accessibleayr-swecouk.hub.arcgis.com/?fbclid=IwAR33V504ApWQGIoOt2KsCb76P_sl-wsPALtKG9BkBOyDmZ5j8PIkoXpCGpM Project overview on South Ayrshire Council's website https://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/accessible-ayr Follow project progress on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085024729990 The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

32 min
11/07/2022

Episode 24 - Socialtrack

This month we're joined by Neil Morrison from Socialtrack, a Community Interest Company bringing better living through BMX to the people of North Lanarkshire and beyond. Neil chats to us about their Shredability school programme, their new facility at Strathclyde park, our recent collaboration at Girvan Academy, Mindful BMX and how they have honed their very refreshing coaching style. Links discussed: https://www.facebook.com/Socialtrackcic https://www.instagram.com/socialtrackco/ https://www.instagram.com/mindfulbmx/ https://pumptrack.com/ https://velosolutions.com/ https://www.scottishbiketrial.co.uk/ The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

57 min
10/03/2022

Episode 23 - Gillian's Walks

This month we are delighted to be joined by Gillian Craig of Gillian's Walks. Well known as one of the best walking resources there is in Ayrshire, the Gillian's Walk website has been up and running since 2016. It's creator (and ex hub officer) Gillian tells us how it all began and the exciting plans she has for the future of Gillian's Walks. Links discussed: Ayrshire Coastal Path Go Fund Me for 2022 Maintenance - https://www.gofundme.com/f/ayrshire-coastal-path-maintenance-fund-2022 Foraging Walks and Digital Navigation waitlist - https://gillianswalks.com/guided-group-walks The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

34 min
09/05/2022

Episode 22 - The Power of Walking with Kevin & Anne

This month we are bringing you the story of two of our very valued volunteers, Kevin & Anne. Walking has made a huge difference in their lives and they have a wonderful story to share all about their intro to walking and the impact it has had. All walks organised by the Active Travel Hubs are free to attend. You can find info about all Kilmarnock Active Travel Hub Walks here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/active-travel-hub-kilmarnock-31693322077 And all Ayr walks here: www.bit.ly/ATHwalks The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

17 min
08/01/2022

Episode 21 - Ayrshire Walking Festival

Amy from Ayr, Pernille from Kilmarnock and Kate from Irvine Active Travel Hubs catch up to tell us all about the upcoming Ayrshire Walking Festival 3-11 September 2022 Download the programme at www.bit.ly/AWFest Podcast links: ACP Jimmy Begg https://anchor.fm/walkit-bikeit/episodes/Episode-5---Jimmy-Begg-of-The-Ayrshire-Coastal-Path-epeetn Nordic Walking https://anchor.fm/walkit-bikeit/episodes/Episode-7---Nordic-Walking-with-Fiona-Fisher-esq9ou Cani-Hike https://anchor.fm/walkit-bikeit/episodes/Episode-9---Cani-Hiking-with-Lindsay-Johnson-e11oo51 Inspire South Ayrshire https://anchor.fm/walkit-bikeit/episodes/Episode-16---Kayleigh-Haggo-of-Inspire-South-Ayrshire-e1etagk Health Walks https://anchor.fm/walkit-bikeit/episodes/Episode-13---Ayrshire-Health-Walks-e191u4r The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

25 min
07/04/2022

Episode 20 - Coalfield Community Landscape Partnership

This month we are joined by Colin MacDonald from the Coalfield Community Landscape Partnership The Coalfield Communities Landscape Partnership (CCLP) is a five-year project led by East Ayrshire Council and working with communities and organisations to deliver projects in the coalfield area of East Ayrshire that: Address the threats to the natural, built and cultural heritage through conservation, enhancement and promotion, capitalising on the area’s assets for the benefit of people in the landscape Create opportunities for learning, recreation and wellbeing within the landscape for people with a range of abilities and backgrounds Reveal the past lives of the communities, drawing upon their close relationship with the land, thereby connecting people with their heritage and inspiring stewardship Equip people with the skills and knowledge to manage their landscape sustainably, building capacity and making it a successful place for residents and visitors alike Colin talks us through some upcoming projects that are going to be amazing additions to what the area has to offer. Colin mentions this link: A Musical Celebration of The Coalfields - The Moss and The Cosmos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0c6189x6fg Additional projects to highlight are Place-Names of the Coalfield Communities (glasgow.ac.uk), The Lost Villages | An Oral History of Miners' Rows and Deindustrialisation in East Ayrshire, Scotland. and Ploughing up our past – Cumnock History Group. The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

19 min
06/27/2022 · Bonus

Southcraigs Led Ride with William & Gary

Quick chat with ride leaders & participants on our Southcraigs led ride route Find details of the next ride on this route at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/active-travel-hub-kilmarnock-31693322077 The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

3 min
06/06/2022

Episode 19 - Janice Hendry of Yipworld

Yipworld are a young people charitable enterprise in Cumnock, East Ayrshire helping children enhance their social, emotional and educational development. Opened in the year 2000 from social inclusion partnership funding to tackle the problems related to high unemployment from the demise of the mining and textile industries in the area, much of the activity they offer centers around cycling and cycle safety for their young people. For this episode, we are joined by Janice Hendry who is responsible for the strategic and operational activities within the charity. https://www.yipworld.org/about/ https://www.facebook.com/yipworld The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

20 min

A monthly podcast discussing all things walking and cycling, on the first Monday of each month. The Walk It Bike It Podcast is produced by the Ayr and Kilmarnock Active Travel Hubs. The Hubs are South and East Ayrshire Council led projects delivered in partnership with Sustrans and supported by the Smarter Choices, Smarter Places programme from Paths For All

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Active Travel Hubs Ayr and Kilmarnock
Years Active

2020 - 2022
Episodes

41
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Clean
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