Travelling Light is a nationally significant sustainable travel pilot, unlocking the conditions for transformative change in two key areas: Decarbonising rural travel, and Improving the experience of a significant landscape for all.
The aim is to combat climate change by encouraging everyday walking and cycling, increasing the use of high quality public transport, and reducing the use of vehicles powered by fossil fuels. These steps will also improve the quality of life of residents and visitors by enhancing road safety and reducing the noise and disruption resulting from traffic.
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We are delighted that the Department for Transport and the East Midlands Mayoral Authority have agreed to support ‘Switzerland in the Peak District’, HVCA’s proposal to transform travel opportunities for local people and visitors in the Hope Valley based on the world-leading Swiss system. The press information below explains the project. You can find links […]
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Hope Valley Climate Action’s (HVCA) Chair Davina Ripton, along with transport campaigners Anne Robinson and Roger Clarke, met East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward recently to discuss the ‘Switzerland in the Peak District’ project. Here’s a follow-up statement agreed with the Mayor’s office. East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward welcomed the vision, ambition, and innovation of HVCA’s ‘Switzerland in the Peak District’ project […]
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The sun was shining for our monthly ‘Any Bike Will Do’ ride on Sunday 1st March, and both the flowers and our confidence were in full bloom. Smiles all around we pedalled and ran up to Ladybower Dam along Thornhill Trail for a slightly dryer and more sunny ride than last time. Hearing the birds […]
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Plans published for ‘Mini Switzerland’ – a national demonstrator to transform rural public transport
Detailed plans have been published for ‘Mini Switzerland’, a national transport demonstrator for the Hope Valley at the heart of the Peak District National Park. The new report sets out a fully worked-up blueprint for creating a Swiss-style integrated public transport network in the Peak District, where hourly buses and trains are carefully timed […]
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Use of the five Hope Valley stations increased by 14% last year, according to official statistics released recently by the Office of Road and Rail. Total entries/exits from Hope Valley stations was just over 581,000 people. All stations experienced strong growth, ranging from Edale and Hathersage at 18%, Grindleford 15%, Hope 8% and Bamford at […]
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Car-free travel in the Hope Valley The Hope Valley is one of the most popular Peak District destinations, and it’s easier than you might think to explore it without a car. With a scenic railway line, well-connected bus routes, and a growing network of signed walking trails, you can enjoy villages, valleys, and viewpoints at […]
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Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday, 29th November for the launch of the Hope Valley Bike Collective at our Pies, Pedals and Punctures event at Hope Sports Club. The day began with a social ride led by Peak Gravel Gang, alongside our first mountain bike taster session on the field, by […]
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On Saturday, 27th September, we launched our very first ‘Hope Valley Art Trail by Rail’ and over 150 people came along to get involved. The idea was simple: hop on a train, explore our beautiful villages, meet some incredible local artists, and maybe even have a go at something creative yourself. The day was all […]
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Hope Valley Climate Action is delivering Hope Valley’s first-ever Art Trail by Rail. To celebrate the 200th Anniversary of modern Railway, we invite you to explore local art and culture by using sustainable travel. 18 Artists are taking part this year across 9 venues throughout the Hope Valley. Below you can find a bit more […]
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As well as Artists opening their studios and spaces we have some exciting creative activities for you to get stuck in throughout the day: Live Pottery Demonstrations Hope Valley Garden Centre, Bamford: All day Lee Waterman creates handmade pottery and contemporary ceramics for sale from his studio in Bamford. On the day Lee will be […]
