Movement is a key theme within Birmingham Colmore’s Accessible and Sustainable Working Group, focused on how people move into, through and around the District in ways that are Accessible and Sustainable
Birmingham Colmore is committed to improving accessibility and creating an environment where everyone, from employees to visitors and residents, can travel confidently and independently. This page brings together practical resources, transport information and partner initiatives to help businesses support inclusive movement and greener travel choices.
Cycling in Birmingham Colmore
As travel and working patterns evolve, more people are choosing cycling as a sustainable, healthy way to commute and move around the city. Birmingham Colmore actively supports cycling by signposting resources, routes and schemes that help people feel confident and safe on two wheels.
Cycling routes and planning
Sustrans, the UK’s leading cycling charity, provides clear route mapping and guidance. Their Birmingham routes highlight safer, accessible cycling options across the city.
Campaigns and safer streets
A number of local and national campaigns advocate for improved conditions for cyclists, including Better Streets for Birmingham and Ride for Their Lives, both of which promote safer, more inclusive streets.
Cycling communities and networks
Connecting with others can help build confidence and skills. Groups such as Cycling Works Birmingham and other local cycling clubs offer training, guided rides, maintenance support and social opportunities.
Cycle to Work schemes
Cycle to Work is an employee benefit scheme that allows staff to save between 25–39% on bikes and accessories through tax-efficient salary deductions, benefiting both employees and employers.
West Midlands Cycle Hire provides a flexible, accessible way to travel short distances across the city centre. Bikes are available 24 hours a day from docking stations located at key points, including Priory Queensway, Victoria Square and Eden Place.
How it works
Benefits
Birmingham Colmore is exceptionally well-connected by public transport.
Snow Hill Station, located on Colmore Row, sits at the heart of the District and provides frequent services across the region, including connections to Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester and Stourbridge.
The station is also served by the West Midlands Metro, linking Birmingham with Wolverhampton. Ongoing Metro expansion projects, delivered by the Midland Metro Alliance on behalf of Transport for West Midlands, will further enhance connectivity, including links towards Eastside and Digbeth.
Birmingham New Street Station, the city’s main transport hub, is just a three-minute walk away, providing national rail connections.
Creating inclusive movement is not only about transport — it is also about ensuring spaces, venues and workplaces are accessible to everyone.
AccessAble Accessibility Guides
Businesses in Birmingham Colmore are encouraged to work with AccessAble, which provides professionally assessed accessibility guides to help organisations understand and communicate their access features.
These guides support employees and visitors with disabilities to plan visits with confidence and help businesses identify opportunities for improvement. Discounted guides are available for venues for a limited period, subject to funding availability.
Independent Living
Independent Living is a long-standing resource hub offering free advice and information for disabled people and organisations. Topics include mobility, daily living, inclusive design and assistive technology.
Support for Unpaid Carers – Mobilise
Mobilise supports unpaid carers who look after family members or friends with disabilities, long-term conditions or age-related needs. Their platform provides guidance, financial advice and wellbeing support, benefiting both carers and the workplaces that employ them.
Accessibility Assessment Worksheet
Businesses can access a free, downloadable Accessibility Assessment Worksheet, developed by Fatt Projects. The tool helps venues — particularly in hospitality and the night-time economy — assess current accessibility and identify practical improvements.
The following organisations provide national leadership, support and advocacy for disabled people:
Love to Ride is a business-focused platform designed to encourage more people to cycle. For employers, it supports staff wellbeing, sustainability goals and team engagement, helping organisations embed active travel into workplace culture.
Movement Creating brings together accessibility, sustainability and wellbeing — helping Birmingham Colmore become a place where movement works for everyone.
