Mode Shift Month is set to make a big impact across Darlington this September, with a full calendar of events and activities designed to inspire more people to make active travel a part of their everyday journeys.
Throughout the month, Darlington Borough Council’s Travel Advisor team will be out and about across the town, working with local employers, colleges, hospitals, and residents to promote walking, cycling, and public transport. Free Dr Bike cycle servicing, delivered in partnership with Sustrans and the Darlington Active Travel Hub, will help keep bikes road-ready, while led walks, rides, and competitions will add an element of fun for all ages.
Employees at Darlington Borough Council are also leading by example, taking part in a month-long Walking Challenge to encourage staff to swap short car trips for active travel instead.
Working with the community
Mode Shift Month activity will reach workplaces, schools, and residential communities, including:
- Cummins
- Hopetown
- Darlington Borough Council (Town Hall)
- Darlington College
- Darlington Memorial Hospital
- West Park Garden Village
- Hurworth Meadows
At each site, staff and residents will have the opportunity to engage with the Travel Advisor team, pick up welcome packs full of information and incentives, and join in activities like a folding bike competition.
Inspiring everyday journeys
Tom Murray, Transport Planning Officer at Darlington Borough Council, said:
‘Mode Shift Month is all about showing people that small changes to everyday journeys can make a big difference. Whether it’s walking to the shops, cycling to school, or taking the bus to work, these choices add up to healthier lifestyles, stronger communities, and a more sustainable Darlington. We’re proud to be part of a campaign that brings so many partners and residents together to make active travel the easy choice.’
Join the Movement
Mode Shift Month is about making walking, cycling, and public transport the go-to options for everyday journeys, everyone can get involved. There are resources and inspiration to help you take part in Modeshift Month.
