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.
For more walking and cycling maps, please email active.travel@midlothian.gov.uk.
Temoporary Mobility Hub
From September 1st 2026 until 31st March 2027, we will host a temporary mobility hub to help promote walking, cycling, and wheeling. Find out about the hub.
Roadworks, road/path closures map
View ongoing roadworks throughout Scotland to help you plan walking and cycling routes.
Walking organisations
Cycling organisations and other useful links
- Cycling UK for cycling advice, guides, and how-to.
- Edinburgh and Lothian (Walkhighlands)
- 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
- Share, respect and enjoy the National Cycle Network
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