Happy New Year from GetMe2!
Do you have a New Year Travel Resolution to be more Sustainable?
Need some inspiration, why not try one of the following resolutions:
- Spend more time outdoors – Why not try walking for a journey and choose to experience nature over sitting in traffic.
- Hop on a bus or take the train – Reduce congestion and emissions by opting to take sustainable modes.
- Take up a new sport – Try running or even cycling in 2025 (electric bikes work too!)
- Try to car share for journeys you take regularly – Where you can why not jump in with a friend or colleague and enjoy the company on a shared journey.
Want to take part in active travel event each month- Here is a list of this year’s upcoming transport events you can get involved with:
January: Winter Wheelers continues to the 31st of January , the perfect time to get outside and get cycling (safely) and share your experience with others #WinterWheelers (can you put a link)
February: The 11th – 17th of February is the National PTA’s ‘Take Your Family to School Week’. Why not take part and benefit in Quality time, Physical Activity, Stress Reduction and Improving the Environment with your family.
March: International Women’s Day- IWD belongs to all who care about women’s equality. Why not celebrate the women in your life by getting outside and raise awareness about discrimination women face when using active and sustainable travel. International Women’s Day 2025
April: On your Feet Britain – Convert sitting time into standing time and challenge yourself and others to spend more time on your feet. Stand during phone calls, stand and take a break from your computer every 30 minutes, use the stairs instead of the lift or walk to your colleague’s desk instead of phoning or emailing them. Find More Information at: http://onyourfeetday.com/britain
May: Walk to School Week 19th – 23rd of May – An annual walking challenge that aims to encourage more children to walk as a form of exercise. Walking to school allows more children to reach their recommended 60 minutes minimum of physical activity per day. Why not get the rest of the family involved too! Walk to School Week
June: Bike Week- Delivered by Cycling UK, is an annual celebration to showcase cycling. Riding a bike can easily be a part of everyday life and Bike Week is here to inspire people all over the UK to give cycling a try and travel sustainably. Cycling UK | Let’s make a better world by bike
July: Love Parks Week by Keep Britain Tidy, this week is celebrated between the 25th July to 3rd August . Bring your community together and celebrate parks near you!
August: Cycle to work day on Thursday 7th August workers across the UK are encouraged to swap cars and public transport out for bikes for their commute. Cycle to Work Day is the biggest cycle community event in UK and encourages employees to cycle to work as a reminder of the importance of regular exercise for a healthier and happier lifestyle. Events and rides | Cycling UK
September: Act Travelwise week takes place between 16th to the 22nd September each year, Travelwise week coincides with European Mobility Week to promote active travel, public transport, and other cleaner and healthier transport choices, where everyone is encouraged to walk, wheel or ride. Modeshift TravelWise Week – Modeshift – Sustainable Travel.
A Bonus Event!! September is also Catch the Bus Month so Get on Board this year and visit Catch the Bus Month • Bus Users
October: Walk to School Month- If you feel good after the challenge in May why not aim for the month long goals with Living Streets by setting challenges and task for walking to school Walk to school. October: Walk to School Month- If you feel good after the challenge in May why not aim for the month long goals with Living Streets by setting challenges and task for walking to school for a whole month! Walk to school. October also celebrates World Mental Health Day a day to raise awareness that talking matters World Mental Health Day 2024 | Mental Health Foundation.
November: Road safety week by BREAK an annual road safety campaign Road Safety Week | Brake. Men’s mental health month (Movember) is crucial time to raise awareness and to foster mental health conversations. Why not go on a walk and get talking in November. Men’s mental health: Breaking the silence and finding support – Safe New Futures
December: Winter wheelers start again with- Love2Ride, remember to ride safely, be bright and stay warm Home : Winter Wheelers 2024