FAQs - Sharing the Network
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about sharing the National Cycle Network with other users.
Can you do anything about cyclists who travel in a fast and dangerous way?
As an independent charity, Sustrans does not have the power to enforce or regulate path users behaviour.
Where possible, we promote considerate use of our paths and feature advice on how to use shared paths across our publications and on our website.
Are horses allowed on the Network?
Horses are allowed on many of our traffic-free routes, but where they aren't it might be at the request of the relevant landowner.
We work hard with partners such as the British Horse Society in our role as custodian of the Network and proactively consider how to include horse riders along new and improved sections of the Network.
Are e-scooters allowed on the Network?
Sustrans’ position is that no e-scooters are currently permitted on traffic-free National Cycle Network routes that Sustrans owns or manages without express permission on a case-by-case basis. This applies to both privately-owned and hired e-scooters.
The use of e-scooters on traffic-free National Cycle Network that is not owned or managed by Sustrans is at the discretion of individual landowners, although we would welcome being consulted.