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Over half of Brits walk to improve their mental health
New research for Living Streets’ National Walking Month reveals 54% of people who walk say it’s to improve their mental health and happiness
01 May 2024
Catherine Woodhead appointed Chief Executive of Living Streets
Catherine Woodhead has been appointed Chief Executive of Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking.
23 Apr 2024
The 20mph limit is working - don't back out now
Living Streets Cymru is hugely disappointed that the Welsh Government has indicated there will be changes to the 20mph default speed limit which came into effect in 2023.
18 Apr 2024
Research into ‘bus stop bypasses’ released
A research report published today explores the effects of ‘bus stop bypasses’ - and other arrangements involving a bus stop and cycle track - on pedestrians.
04 Apr 2024
Mary Glindon MP joins pupils in walk to school challenge
Primary school pupils in North Tyneside celebrate their walk to school success with local MP, Mary Glindon.
16 Feb 2024
Cardiff pupil celebrates national design success
A primary school pupil from Cardiff is celebrating being named one of 11 winners in a UK-wide design competition.
31 Jan 2024
Taking strides with Elmer the Patchwork Elephant
Children will discover the joys of walking with Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, thanks to a new partnership between Andersen Press and Living Streets.
25 Jan 2024
Fife Councillor and pupils take great strides for active travel
Councillor David Barratt met pupils from Dalgety Bay Primary School to find out how ‘Park and Stride’ can make walking to school an easier option.
22 Jan 2024
Stephen Edwards to leave Living Streets
Stephen Edwards, Chief Executive of Living Streets, is stepping down from the charity this year.
09 Jan 2024
UK Walking Summit heading to Sheffield
The eighth UK Walking Summit is heading to Sheffield next year, taking place at the Crowne Plaza on Thursday 7 March 2024.
22 Dec 2023