Inner Forth Bike Bus

Objective 3

Status
In Progress

The Inner Forth Bike Bus has now wrapped up its service. Thanks to all passengers - both on foot and on two wheels - who made use of the service. Our thanks also go to Little Scottish Treasures, for being excellent tour guides for 2026, and to PVT Transfer for running the service for us.

What was the Inner Forth Bike Bus?

The concept of the Inner Forth Bike Bus was developed to help local people, and visitors, to cycle (or walk) part of the 'Round the Inner Forth' route, hop off at fascinating heritage sites, and return home or to a bus stop/ train station for their onward travels. We all know that public, shared transport is a better way to travel than doing so by car, so our hope is that people continue to embrace this mode of transport, have fun, and choose a greener option on Sundays within the Inner Forth area.

The Inner Forth Bike Bus ran for three seasons between 2024 and 2026, transporting people around the Inner Forth area on Sundays with their bikes.

Across the seasons we had more than 500 passengers and lots of local support from partners, community groups and local businesses who helped us to spread the word of the service.

If you're interested in running a similar service, we'd be happy to hear from you: innerforth@rspb.org.uk

Here's a little throwback to last season when Markus Stitz led a guided tour using the Bike Bus to get around:

We were also lucky to have Laura Anderson, also known as 'Less Waste Laura,' on board in 2025:

Here are some reactions from passengers who used the service:

"Got the bus yesterday from Alloa to South Queensferry then cycled home. Amazing service!"

"We had a great driver, pick up and drop off. Excellent service and really hope you can get more folks using it."

"I think it is a brilliant initiative and I will be sure to use it again. I really enjoy seeing the changing natural and built heritage of the Inner Forth as I cycle around. I am sure I will be using the service many times over the coming months."

Our Bike Bus has space for up to 12 standard cycles and non-standard bikes have also been accommodated. Pic by Andy McCandlish for Inner Forth Futures.

Walkers are also welcome to use the service! Our Comms Officer, Laura, took the bus to Culross to visit the ancient palace. Pic by Inner Forth Futures.