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Sign in or register for an accountThere are a number of walking and cycling routes across Salford which provide an easier way to get around, both on road and traffic free routes.
Salford has invested over £50 million pounds over the last 10 years to make walking and cycling safer and easier for all ages. Part funded by TfGM to help create a joined-up network of walking and cycling routes called the Bee Network.
We are still looking at improvements to our network to improve routes and make it even easier to get around by foot or cycle.
TfGM launched a cycle hire scheme in 2021 which covers part of Salford, Manchester and Trafford.
Sponsored by Starling Bank, the bikes make journeys cheaper, quicker and easier.
Bikes can be hired from £0.05 per min with a £0.50p unlocking fee or £0.10 per minute with a £1 unlocking fee.
More information about cycle hire available on TfGM’s webpage.
Salford has agreed to take in the Department for Transport E-Scooter trial.
E-Scooters can be hired and used around Salford by anyone who is over 18 with a valid driving license.
For more information see the E-scooter webpage.
Set up by Salford City Council, the Cycling and Walking Forum aims to promote cycling within the city. Regular meetings allow cyclists and anyone interested in cycling to raise and discuss any issues and to make suggestions. Visit the Cycle Forum page for details of upcoming meetings and more information.
If you have any comments or suggestions about cycling provision in Salford and connect attend the Cycle and Walking Forum, please email cycling@salford.gov.uk.
Want to learn to ride a bike, or to get out on the road? Want to find out how to ride safely around town, with your children or get tips on maintaining and repairing your bike?
Transport for Greater Manchester offer a range of learn to ride and cycle training confidence courses for riders of all abilities. They also offer a range cycle maintenance courses from beginners to advanced levels. For more information see the Transport for Greater Manchester website.
There’s lots of ways in which you can get more active, explore the city and make friends in the process.
Salford’s Health Improvement Service provides organised activities including:
For more information please go to the Health Improvement Service pages or call 0800 952 1000.
parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. Worsley Woods parkrun is held off Parrin Lane in Monton at 9am every Saturday.
Salford junior parkrun is a 2k run for juniors only (four to 14 year olds) held every Sunday at 9am in Buile Hill Park
Plans are afoot to set up a new parkrun event at Peel Park on The Crescent with the first run planned for mid-November. The organisers are looking for volunteers to help this new event get off the ground. If you are interested please contact alistair.mcarthur@parkrun.com or join the Peel Park parkrun Facebook group.
There are a number of local walking groups including Worsley Walkers and Manchester and Salford Ramblers who offer varied walks in the local area. The Ramblers also help to maintain footpaths in Salford.
The Ramblers have created the Salford Trail, a 50 mile self-guided leisure walking trail around Salford. The Trail has been divided into sections, each accessible by public transport. There is a leaflet for each section describing the route and giving the transport options.
There are also plans for a GM Ringway; a long-distance walking route for Greater Manchester. Passing through the beautiful countryside and green spaces of our varied region, each of the 18 stages is designed to be accessed by public transport.
We've produced four route maps of hidden gem walks in Salford for you to download.
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) have produced ten district cycle maps which together cover the whole of Greater Manchester. Copies of the maps can be downloaded from the TfGM website.
An online cycle map covering Greater Manchester is also available. The map shows on and off road routes, cycle parking and cycle shops to aid route planning. The zoom function allows any area to be displayed in great detail.
CycleStreets is a journey planner which let you choose routes based on how busy or quiet the route is so you can find the best route for you.
If you come across obstructions on the cycle paths or walkways such as overhanging branches, brambles, or you spot any other danger, please let us know.
TFGM provide information and advice for cycling and walking in Greater Manchester, including free improvement cycle rides.
Other useful websites include:
This page was last updated on 20 March 2025