Try cycling around town with this map as a guide - see how far you can go and how many steep sections you can manage. If you are struggling with the steep sections just dismount and walk, the walking will all be worth it when you get to whiz down the downhill sections.
Download cycle map (PDF 1.64 MB)Did you know you can walk to most places in Barrhead in 20 to 30 minutes and cycle there in under 10 minutes! As part of Go Barrhead a Green Travel Map has been produced to encourage you to make more walking and cycling trips around town.
Download green travel map (PDF 1.37 MB)Find out that's on your doorstep with the Go Barrhead Community Guide. The guide shows a range of businesses, organisations and community groups that can provide help and assistance in making your lifestyle healthier and more active as well as the range of services which you might be able to get to without even getting in the car!
Download community guide (PDF 1.02 MB)Make the Go Barrhead Transport Guide your first stop for finding out about the bus and train services that operate in the Barrhead area.
Download Barrhead public transport guide (PDF 1.15 MB)There are a number of organisations in the area who are out there to support cyclists. Check the link below to find out more about cycling initiatives in and around Barrhead.
cycling initiativesBarrhead is small, compact, and has loads of green space. This makes it perfect for walking, whether it be for work, to school, to the shop or for leisure. Check out the local walking links below:
East Renfrewshire Walking Information Dams to Darnley Country Park Gleniffer Braes Country Park Guided Walks in East RenfrewshireBarrhead is well connected to the surrounding area with frequent services to locations such as Paisley, Neilston, Newton Mearns, Silverburn and Glasgow. Barrhead train station has recently been upgraded to allow step free access to the platforms. Check the links below to help you plan your next public transport journey:
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