The #ChannelTunnel was an extraordinary project. It enabled glorious green rail journeys far and wide.

But there's potential to shift many more journeys from air to rail. The UK should develop an international rail policy that matches the ambition of the tunnel's early days.

Did you know that the Channel Tunnel was originally suggested in 1802? Or that it only took nine years to build?

Michael's done his research on 30 years of the Channel Tunnel. Read our latest blog 👇
bettertransport.org.uk/blog/30-years-…

Regular donations make a huge difference to our work, helping us plan ahead and work for long-term solutions. Can you give a few pounds a month? bettertransport.org.uk/donate/

Better Transport Week is coming soon! It's a celebration of public transport, walking, cycling and more. To be part of the fun, sign up to get our #BetterTransportWeek emails:
bettertransport.org.uk/better-transpo…

'Dear MP, I am writing to ask for your support in addressing a regional inequality which has existed for 40 years and which, I believe, can be easily addressed.'

Ask your MP to support a railcard for the North of England, as exists in the South East: bettertransport.org.uk/campaigns/call…

'Step off the train and you'll be at the start of these wonderful walks, making them perfect for a day out.'

This #NationalWalkingMonth , explore great walks that are easy to reach from railway stations, thanks to Scenic Rail Britain.
scenicrailbritain.com/walking

'We talk about the cost of travelling by train in the UK but the cost of international rail has skyrocketed. It used to be a clear competitor to aviation; now it has become a luxury option, out of reach for the vast majority of people'

New blog 👇bettertransport.org.uk/blog/30-years-…

#CommunityRail Partnerships and station groups play a vital role in emphasising the importance of transport in connecting communities and combating the climate crisis.

Members, how will you be getting involved with Campaign for Better Transport's #BetterTransportWeek ? 💚 communityrail.org.uk/get-involved-i…

Buses are brilliant! We're campaigning to protect buses and bring more bus routes and services to more communities.

Join our email list and campaign with us! bettertransport.org.uk/take-action/ne…
#BetterByBus

This is a great initiative from Tees Valley! Helping with the cost of living and encouraging sustainable transport habits in young people.

Last year's #BetterTransportWeek involved over 100 partners, 3 Government Ministers, 5 city visits, 2 transport toolkits and 1000s of you, our supporters. Let's make #BetterTransportWeek 2024 (17-23 June) even better!

Visit bettertransport.org.uk/better-transpo… for more info.

New blog! The #ChannelTunnel is 30 this week. This ambitious project has enabled green rail journeys all over the continent. We think the UK should develop an international rail policy that matches the ambition of the tunnel's early days.

Read here 👇
bettertransport.org.uk/blog/30-years-…

May is Living Streets #NationalWalkingMonth .

Check out their 20 tips to help you fit 20 minutes of walking or wheeling into your day! #Try20
livingstreets.org.uk/try20

NEW: Train overtakes plane for public sector travel to London

Our latest research into 150+ organisations finds that the sector no longer relying on aviation (the most carbon-intensive mode of transport) for domestic business travel.

Read more 👇 (1/)

transform.scot/2024/05/07/new…

Passengers call on train companies to #LetMeBook further in advance!

Our campaign to widen the train ticket booking window is featured in this RailUK article.
railuk.com/travel/start-s…

'It changed my viewpoint...'

Possible invited 12 drivers in Oxford to give up their cars for 3 weeks.

At the end, the participants shared their experiences, including some brilliant insights into the joys and challenges of car-free travel: wearepossible.org/latest-news/ox…

You don't have to drive to access countryside walks. Railwalks is on a mission to create a national network of walks accessible by rail. May is national walking month; the perfect time to try out a new route using the train. Learn more 👇
railwalks.co.uk

While UK rail passengers are restricted to a 12 week booking window, Eurostar and European trains are bookable much further in advance. We think there should be more consistency by extending the booking window to 16 weeks!
👉bettertransport.org.uk/campaigns/tell…

We're honoured that our campaign to save London's Day Travelcard has been shortlisted for the #SMKAwards2024 , in the 'Best Consumer Campaign' category.

The success of this campaign was powered by our amazing supporters - thank you to all who took part!

bettertransport.org.uk/blog/travelcar…

'May is #NationalWalkingMonth ! As transport goes, it doesn't get greener than walking. But we need safe, attractive walking routes and an end to pavement parking.

Find out more from our friends Living Streets👇 livingstreets.org.uk/get-involved/n…