Supporting Active Travel: Cycle Friendly Solutions for Public Realm
As the UK continues to prioritise Active Travel initiatives, sub-contractors working on public realm projects are under increasing pressure to deliver high-quality, durable, and compliant cycle parking infrastructure.
Street Furniture Direct’s Active Travel range provides a practical solution, ensuring that projects meet local authority requirements while offering long-term value in terms of durability, installation efficiency, and usability.
Supporting the UK's Active Travel strategy
Government policies like the Gear Change strategy and updates to Local Transport Note 1/20 (LTN 1/20) guidelines have placed increased emphasis on integrating cycle-friendly infrastructure into urban and rural environments.
This means that public realm projects, including town centre redevelopments, transport hubs, schools, hospitals, and business districts, must incorporate secure, accessible, and well-designed cycle parking facilities.
For sub-contractors responsible for installing these elements, the choice of product is critical. Poorly designed or non-compliant cycle storage can lead to delays or additional costs for remedial work later down the line.
Practical solutions for sub-contractors
Street Furniture Direct’s Active Travel range is specifically designed to help sub-contractors overcome these challenges. Key benefits include:
Easy to install - Many products within the range can be installed via simple, surface-mount or root-fixed techniques, reducing site labour time and costs.
Compliance with LTN 1/20 - Products meet key specifications for accessibility, spacing, and security, helping sub-contractors ensure that cycle parking provision aligns with government guidelines.
Durable materials - Constructed from high-strength steel with stainless or galvanised finishes, these cycle stands and shelters offer good durability against weathering and vandalism - ideal for public realm environments where longevity is a priority.
Design versatility - The range offers single cycle stands, covered shelters, high-density racks, as well as traffic management products, enabling sub-contractors to fulfil diverse project requirements.
Addressing common challenges in public realm projects
Public realm projects often come with strict deadlines, budget constraints, and compliance requirements. The Active Travel range provides a cost-effective, scalable solution that allows sub-contractors to meet project specifications with minimal disruption.
Additionally, with many local authorities seeking sustainable procurement options, the use of recyclable materials and long-lasting finishes supports environmental targets while reducing future maintenance needs.
A reliable partner for sub-contractors
Street Furniture Direct has built a strong reputation within UK specification for delivering high-quality street furniture solutions with fast lead times. Our technical support team provides product guidance, technical specification information, and compliance advice, ensuring that sub-contractors can confidently integrate cycle parking solutions into their projects.
For sub-contractors working on public realm projects, choosing the right cycle parking solution is about more than just meeting a specification – it is about installing a durable, compliant, and cost-effective system that stands the test of time. Street Furniture Direct’s Active Travel range delivers exactly that.