Certified Better Journeys Organisations

Becoming a Certified Better Journeys Organisation –

Self-Declaration Checklist

This checklist is for public-facing organisations wishing to demonstrate that they welcome and support people who arrive by walking, cycling, or public transport.

To qualify, organisations must meet all Core requirements, plus at least one Supporting requirement, and agree to the Commitment statement.

Step 1 - Your organisation

Organisation name

Address

Name of person completing checklist?

Role of person completing checklist?

Email?

Step 2 – Core requirements

Core requirements

(all must be met)

1. Cycle parking –

We provide cycle parking that is accessible without steps or barriers, in good condition and well maintained, and appropriate to the size and type of our organisation.
Cycle parking is clearly visible or signposted from the main entrance.

2. Active travel information for visitors –

We provide clear information for visitors on how to reach us by walking, cycling, and bus or public transport.
This information is available in at least one public-facing place (e.g. website, visitor information, booking confirmation, on-site noticeboard).

3. Bus & public transport awareness –

We acknowledge public transport as a normal way to reach us.
Visitors can easily find the nearest bus stop(s), and basic information such as walking time or route number (or a link to a journey planner).

4. Welcoming approach to active travellers –

People arriving on foot, by bike, or using mobility aids are welcomed as normal visitors.
We do not discourage active travel through signage, policy, or staff behaviour.

5. Staff awareness –

At least one member of staff can direct visitors to cycle parking, point out walking routes and entrances, and indicate where nearby bus stops are located.

We confirm we meet ALL of the above core requirements:

Step 3 – Supporting requirements

(choose at least ONE)

Which supporting requirements do you meet? (Tick all that apply)

A. Staff active travel support – we actively encourage staff to walk, cycle, or use public transport, and provide at least one of: secure staff cycle parking; space to store helmets, wet weather gear, or bags; flexible start/finish times; information on cycling schemes.

B. Walking & step-free access – we have made reasonable efforts to provide step-free access where possible, clear pedestrian routes from the street or transport stops, and safe, well-lit approaches to entrances.

C. Wayfinding & signage – we provide clear signage to at least one of: cycle parking; the main pedestrian entrance; nearby bus stops or public transport.

D. Inclusion & accessibility – our cycle parking and access arrangements consider adapted cycles, cargo bikes, trikes or child carriers, and people using mobility aids.

E. Support for short active trips – we provide at least one of: space to adjust or lock a bike; a bench or resting point near the entrance; a flexible approach to temporary bike storage.

Step 4 – Commitment

Commitment

We commit to reviewing our active travel provision periodically.
We are open to making reasonable improvements over time to better support walking, cycling, and public transport access.
We agree to display the Better Journeys Organisation Certification and use it in good faith.

We agree to ALL of the above commitments

Optional

(Not Required, But Encouraged- Please mark those you have in place.)

Optional commitments

E-bike charging (standard socket acceptable)

Bike pump and basic repair stand

Showers or lockers (for staff or longer stays)

1Participation in local walking, cycling, or public transport initiatives

Step 5 - Declaration

We confirm that the information provided in this checklist is accurate and reflects current practice at our organisation.

Certified Better Journeys Organisations

Becoming a Certified Better Journeys Organisation –

Self-Declaration Checklist

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