You don’t have to look far for fitness
Tough trails and scenic strolls are right on your doorstep
to check out the free information resources available on the council and Renfrewshire Leisure websites.”
Cycling in Renfrewshire is already proving popular, from mountain biking across Muirshiel — a 22-mile trail — to following the Cart and Clyde to Braehead for a more leisurely 11-mile distance.
Renfrewshire is also home to two routes on the national cycle network — the Lochwinnoch Loop Line and the Paisley and Clyde Coast.
More cycling and pedestrian routes are being developed in the area through funding from the Glasgow City Region City Deal.
Councillor Hughes explained: “The council has developed Renfrewshire Cycling Strategy 2016- 2025, which prioritises the development of our cycling network over the next nine years.
“Under the strategy, a Paisley to Renfrew cycle route will be developed, with the design of the route due to be complete by March 2018.
“Through partnership with Glasgow Airport and Sustrans Scotland, we are supporting an upgrade of the 2.5km cycle path from Paisley Moss nature reserve through the airport campus to Abbotsinch Road.
“This route complements our proposals to develop a link to Bishopton.
“It is the first in a series of improvements planned to the area and I look forward to continuing to explore ways to make walking and cycling easier across Renfrewshire.”
All cyclists and those out for a walk are asked to ensure they act responsibly and follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
Dog walkers are also asked to ensure their dog is kept under control, with countryside routes often alongside farm land.
Councillor Hughes added: “There are so many great places to explore responsibly, so, whether it’s by bike or on foot, I’d encourage everyone to get out and give it a go.
“And many of the routes pass local tea rooms and coffee shops, so you can recharge the batteries.”
Find out more at www. renfrewshire. gov. uk/ walkingand-cycling
The networks are some of the best in Scotland