Clackmannanshire Council has recently completed improvement works to the local cycle network.

The surfacing of the cycle path between Tullibody and Cambus was made possible with support from sustainable transport charity Sustrans and Sestran.

The funding was made available to Sustrans Scotland, by the Scottish Government to help increase the numbers of people cycling in Scotland in line with the Cycling Action Plan for Scotland.

This completes the final section of the NCN76 through Clackmannanshire linking Dunfemline, Alloa and Stirling.

The new path crosses through land in Cambus owned by leading premium drinks company Diageo, who gave their permission for it to be resurfaced.

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Sustainability Portfolio Holder, Councillor Eddie Carrick, said: "This cycle route offers a really pleasant journey along the Forth for family days out and commuters. One of the ways we can change travel behaviour is by making walking and cycling more comfortable which is why, over the past five years, we have spent around £750,000 improving local cycle routes.

"Thanks goes to Sustrans who have provided around half of that funding and to Diageo who have allowed us to access their land. Cycling offers a good alternative to the private car for short to medium length journeys - it has no impact on the environment, is affordable and can contribute to improving the health of Clackmannanshire's population."

Project officer with Sustrans Scotland, Katherine Soane, added: "Sustrans Scotland is delighted to work with Clackmannanshire Council to further increases the routes for cycling and walking in the area. These routes are a real asset to Clackmannshire residents providing them with a real alternative to the car for everyday journeys or those just out for breath of fresh air. It provides visitors to the area with a great set of routes to explore."

(JG/BMcC)