Walking and cycling

Walking and cycling are cheap and enjoyable ways of travelling, especially over short distances. They can provide an effective alternative to other less sustainable modes of transport, helping you become more active and lead a healthier lifestyle.

Use our interactive active travel map to view walking and cycle paths throughout Midlothian.

Alternatively, browse specific walking and cycling information for each Midlothian area below.

• Bonnyrigg/Lasswade
• Dalkeith/Eskbank
• Danderhall/Sheriffhall/Shawfair
• Gorebridge/North Middleton
• Loanhead/Bilston
• Newtongrange/Newbattle
• Penicuik/Roslin/Auchendinny

Cycling organisations and other useful links

• Cycling UK for cycling advice, guides, and how-to.
• Sustrans
• Spokes (the Lothian Cycle Campaign)
• Cyclestreets for planning your bike trip
• Traveltime to see how far you can go in X minutes by bike, walking, or public transport
• Highway Code
• Polite path user guide

Cycling information for neighbouring local authorities

You can find information on cycling in Edinburgh, East Lothian, and the Scottish Borders on the local councils' websites.

• The City of Edinburgh Council
• Scottish Borders Council
• East Lothian Council