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30+ Cumbrian Schools Gear Up For 'Big Pedal'

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Thousands of school pupils in Cumbria will be getting on their bikes and scooters for a national challenge starting next week.

34 schools across the county have signed up for this year’s 'Big Pedal' event, which starts on Monday.

It's to encourage more children, parents and staff to cycle to school, rather than drive.

Last year around 30 Cumbrian schools clocked up more than 21,000 cycling and scooting journeys during the Big Pedal fortnight.

Councillor Keith Little, Cumbria County Council Cabinet member for transport, said: “The Big Pedal is a great way for families to think about ways of getting to school without using the car. Schools in Cumbria recognise the value of this annual challenge, which encourages active travel and is good for the environment, and it’s pleasing to see that they’re regularly among the top performing schools nationally.”

The list of Cumbrian schools taking part is here.

Schools can register here.


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