EU Mobility Week
European Mobility Week takes place from 16 to 22 September 2023 with a host of exciting events taking place across Ireland that will celebrate car-free journeys, access for all and active travel! Check out Fingal events below.
Sunday 17 September
Blanchardstown Village Tidy Towns Present ‘Tolka Valley Wander and Talk’
Free guided walks to explore this local hidden gem!
First walk at 2pm- Family, mobility and dog friendly. Walk around Waterville Lake, see the plants and nature here. Approx 1.5kms. A botanist will accompany the walk, to discuss the plant life and biodiversity in the park.
Second Walk at 3.15pm- Some uneven terrain, not accessibility friendly. Follows an unspolit route along Tolka river, passing waterfalls. A botanist will discuss the plant life and biodiversity in the park.
Book your place at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tolka-valley-wander-and-talk-tickets-714…
Monday 18 September
Malahide Walk to School Day
Each School has been assigned a meeting point(s) where students can assemble that morning. They will be met by Members of Fingal's Active Travel Team who will lead a group walk to School. Meeting points are outlined below
St Sylvesters Infant School
Meeting Point 1 – Bridgefield Car Park
Meeting Point 2 – Londis Supermarket Yellow Walls Road
St Andrews NS
Meeting Point 1 – New Street
Meeting Point 2 – Bridgefield Car Park
Saint Oliver Plunketts NS
Meeting Point 1 – Back Road Car Park Malahide Castle
Meeting Point 2 – Bridgefield Car Park
Pope John Paul II
Meeting Point 1 – Seabury Park Playground
Meeting Point 2 – Londis Supermarket Yellow Walls Road
Monday 18 September
Cycling Without Age Pilot Training Session - St. Catherine's Park
The Cycling Without Age Initiative is active in Skerries, St Catherine's Park and Santry and coming very soon to Baldoyle. We're looking for Volunteer Pilots to help bring service users on a leisurely cycle around your preferred area. We're specifically looking for people who might have more availability midweek during the day, but whatever time you can give would be greatly appreciated
We will be holding our next Pilot Training Session in St Catherine's Park, Lucan - Monday 18th September - 4pm - 6pm
Here we will go through the basic operations of the Trishaw and give you a chance to experience cycling this wonderful mobility aid.
REGISTER at Cycling Without Age - Volunteer Pilot Expression of Interest Form (office.com)
Wednesday 20 September
Walking & Cycling Bus Information Session
We are hosting an online information meeting for anyone interested in setting up a Walking or Cycling Bus for your school. Sign up now to let us know you'd like to learn more about options for your school.
When: Wednesday 20th September
Time: 6:30pm - 7pm
Where: The Meeting will be held online. To get the attendee link please click here and fill out the form: Walking & Cycling Buses - Expression of Interest Form (office.com)
As part of Fingal County Council's Active Travel Strategy we are supporting Schools and Communities in the setting up of Walking and/or Cycling Buses in their area.
Thursday 21 September
Cycling Without Age Open Event
Interested in trying out the trishaw?
The Cycling Without Age Initiative is active in Skerries, St Catherine's Park and Santry and coming very soon to Baldoyle. We're looking for Volunteer Pilots to help bring service users on a leisurely cycle around your preferred area. Register and pop along to meet the team from 12 noon to 2pm at Racecourse Park in Baldoyle.
Bike Disco 2022
Friday 22 September
Bike Disco
Join us on Friday 22nd September for a bike disco to celebrate both Car Free Day and Culture Night!
This free 5km cycle is open to all ages, abilities & bike types! The route will be completely car-free so is a great opportunity for anyone with a bike to take part.
Participants are encouraged to light up and decorate their bikes, helmets and outfits to make the event as colourful as possible!
ReCreate will be hosting a bike decoration station from 7pm with free bike decorations packs including festival flags and string lights available on the night for the first 150 participants.
The cycle starts at 8pm and leaves from the Phoenix Roundabout at Chesterfield Avenue.
This event is organised by Fingal County Council, the OPW, Dublin Cycling Campaign and Dublin City Council.
Register at https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bike-disco-tickets-713001385337
Friday 22 September
Make Way Day 2023
Falling within EU Mobility Week this year, Make Way Day is back for 2023. This is a special day to recognise the difficulty often encountered by people with disabilities and an opportunity to make way on our streets for people with disabilities.
Friday 22 September
School Streets Day event in Rush for World Car Free Day
School Street Day on Channel Road in Rush for pupils of Rush National School. Children will enjoy extra space to play games like hopscotch, skipping, bowling etc. Event will run from 9:30am to 2pm. Games will be provided by environmental sustainability organisation Recreate, and use upcycled materials.
During this time Channel Road will be closed from its junction with Mill Bank to its junction with the Sandy Road / Golf Road. Diversions will be place and those travelling in the local area are advised to allow additional time for their journey.
Friday 22 September
Free Bike Share Trips for World Car Free Day!
Celebrate World Car-Free Day with us and discover the convenient world of bike sharing!
On September 22nd, Fingal County Council are excited to offer a FREE 40-minute bike share trip on any Bleeper or Tier bicycle - a breeze to access. Get ready to effortlessly cruise through your day, enjoying the fresh air and freedom of two wheels, with no traffic jams or parking hassles.
Download the Bleeper and Tier apps, to register and unlock your complimentary ride on Friday 22 September.
Mark your calendar for September 22nd and make the smart choice for your well-being and the planet.
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