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Dear valued supporter, Imagine a West Yorkshire where safe, scenic, and accessible routes for walking, cycling, and wheeling are not just a dream, but a vibrant reality. A future where active travel is not just an option, but a prioritised, integral part of our daily lives, connecting communities, boosting health, and protecting our environment. This […]

FoWG at Burley Summer Festival A Day of Sunshine, Smiles & Shared Vision What do you get when you mix glorious sunshine, classic cars, live music, and a community buzzing with energy? The Burley Summer Festival, of course—and this year, the Wharfedale Greenway were back again! Our stand was a hive of activity from start

Momentum Builds for Wharfedale Greenway: A Collaborative Push for Progress Uniting for Active Travel: A Powerful Step Forward in Wharfedale Greenway’s Journey Earlier this week, the Friends of Wharfedale Greenway gathered for a pivotal meeting with MP Anna Dixon and a broad coalition of stakeholders, all driven by a shared mission: to advance the Wharfedale

Help Us Grow the Greenway—One Post at a Time The Wharfedale Greenway is more than a path—it’s a vision for a greener, safer, and more connected future across our valley. From Pool-in-Wharfedale, Otley, Menston, Burley in Wharfedale, Ilkley and Addingham, we’re building momentum for a traffic-free route that supports walking, cycling, and community wellbeing. But

Advancing Active Travel: FoWG discuss Upcoming Initiatives Workstream leads meet to discuss latest updates. Recently, our workstream leads of Friends of Wharfedale Greenway and colleagues gathered to discuss our next steps as we push forward with improving active travel across the Wharfe Valley. With energising conversations and a shared passion for the project, the meeting

Exploring Otley: A Step Towards Better Walking and Cycling Connections Exploring Otley: A Step Towards Better Walking and Cycling Connections On a bright and pleasant evening, our Route Planning Workgroup took to the streets, footpaths, and quiet lanes of Otley—not just to enjoy the scenery, but with a purpose. We set out to survey the

A Day of Inspiration: Friends of Wharfedale Greenway at Otley’s Green Fair Event 2025 Thank You for Visiting Us at Otley Green Fair! This past weekend, Friends of Wharfedale Greenway had the privilege of attending our first event of the year—and what an inspiring day it was! The energy, enthusiasm, and engagement we experienced reaffirmed

Friends of Wharfedale Greenway Meet Leeds Access Forum: A Step Forward for Sustainable Travel The Friends of Wharfedale Greenway (FOWG) recently had the opportunity to engage with the Leeds Access Forum, a key platform for discussions on active travel and sustainable transport. This meeting marked an important step in widening our stakeholder relationships in the

Friends of Wharfedale Greenway Improve Otley Walking Route.  On Sunday, April 27th, Friends of Wharfedale Greenway took a significant step forward in their advocacy efforts by carrying out our first practical improvement work along the potential route.  A small group of  volunteers worked on a small section  of the old railway line  that runs parallel to Bradford Road

Dear Friends of Wharfedale Greenway, We hope this message finds you well. We are reaching out to our dedicated supporters in Burley-in-Wharfedale with an important invitation to attend the upcoming CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy) consultation on Saturday, 8th of March, 11am – 4pm in the Queens’s Hall. Your presence and participation are crucial in voicing