Sustainable travel news vol. 13

Welcome to our 13th sustainable travel roundup, created in collaboration with Flight Free UK, where we share some of the most recent updates, news, and developments shaping the future of eco-friendly travel.

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1. Wales launches the Llwybr Coedwig Cymru Trail

The Welsh Government recently launched the first section of a new 80km forest trail - a significant milestone for the National Forest for Wales. The ambitious pilot section, stretching from Porthkerry Park in the Vale of Glamorgan to Pont Walby viaduct near Glynneath will link National Forest sites. 

People will be able to visit 12 National Forest sites and 24 woodlands in total and anyone exploring the trail will never be far from trees, with the trail being under 50 per cent tree canopy cover.

Find out more on the Welsh Government website.

2. Lime announces discount for disabled and carer communities in the UK

Holders of National Disability Card and National Carers Card are now eligible for 50% off Lime e-bike and e-scooter rides with Lime Access. Eligible riders receive 50% off both the unlock fee and the per-minute fee. The discount will apply everywhere Lime operates.

By lowering the cost of short trips, Lime Access aims to provide people with disabilities and carers with greater flexibility and independence, particularly for journeys that may be difficult, indirect or expensive using other transport options.

Find out more on the Ability Today website.

3. Good Journey win at Decarbonising Transport Awards

Car-free champions Good Journey have won the Best Decarbonising Leisure Travel Award at the Decarbonising Transport Awards in recognition of their work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from tourism and recreation activities.

Good Journey CEO Louise Dando said, “Leisure travel is one of the biggest contributors to car journeys, and together we’re showing it doesn’t have to be this way. By making it easier, more rewarding and more enjoyable to travel by train, bus, bike and foot, we’re helping thousands of people leave the car at home.” 

Find out more on the Decarbonising Transport Awards website.

4. Paris to Berlin night train restarts

ÖBB and SNCF stopped running its night train service between Paris and Berlin – which only launched in 2023 – in mid-December 2025. Now European Sleeper has begun operating a service between the French and German capitals. The inaugural train took to the tracks on 26 March.

Trains will travel from Paris on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, and from Berlin on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The journey takes around 18 hours and leaves Paris at 6:03 pm, arriving in Berlin the next morning at 9:03 am. The reverse leg of the journey departs from Berlin at 6:31 pm and arrives back in Paris at 10:58 am.

Find out more on the EuroNews website.

5. World's longest coastal walking route launches

King Charles marked the launch of the world's longest coastal walking route with a two-kilometre walk through part of the King Charles III England Coast Path, at Seven Sisters National Nature Reserve. Natural England is officially launching the path as the 2,700-mile route nears completion.

Much of the new coastal route already existed, but more than 1,000 miles of new paths have been created, and many other sections upgraded. Paths have been resurfaced, stiles removed, boardwalks built and bridges installed.

Find out more on the Sky News website.

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6. Cycle routes launched for people to explore district

Two new cycle routes have been launched to encourage residents and visitors to explore Blaby by bike. Both routes begin at Everards Meadows with one that takes cyclists into Blaby, Leicestershire, while the other goes to Leicester city centre.

Everards Meadows was chosen as the starting point for the routes as it joins up to route six of the National Cycle Network, provides waymarked trails and offers "easy access to the wider district," Blaby District Council said. 

Find out more on the BBC website.

7. Go Cotswolds wins Experience of the Year award

At the West Midlands Tourism Awards 2026, the Cotswolds in a Day tour, which is run by the family-run company Go Cotswolds, won ‘Experience of the Year’. This award celebrates tourism businesses that deliver truly memorable and high-quality visitor experiences. 

Go Cotswold stood out for its exceptional customer service, authentic storytelling of the Cotswolds and expertly curated tours which depart from locations such as Stratford-upon-Avon and Moreton-in-Marsh.

Find out more on the Go Cotswold website.

8. Opening dates for five new stations revealed

In the West Midlands, the opening dates have been announced for five new railway stations following a £185m project to reinstate links not used in decades. 

West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker said closing the stations during the last century had been a "short-sighted mistake". He said the new services would not only reinstate historical links, but also "create a new lifeline for local people", opening up new opportunities and driving economic growth.

Find out more on the BBC website.

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