Get pupils active with the Sustrans Big Pedal Challenge 19-30 April 2021

The Sustrans Big Pedal is the UK's largest inter-school cycling, walking, wheeling and scooting challenge.

With the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdowns resulting in many spending more time at home, Sustrans Big Pedal 2021 is adapting to become more flexible, and pupils will be able to take part in the competition and supporting activities whether they are travelling to school or learning at home. The theme of this year's competition, 'Amazing Journeys', will encourage pupils to see their local areas from a different perspective, learn about the benefits of active travel, and discover amazing journeys to school from around the world.

Schools can compete to see who can record the greatest number of pupils, staff and parents making active journeys between 19-30 April. The challenge is free to enter and prizes are up for grabs daily.

There's a range of free resources available to support schools throughout Big Pedal, including:

• Daily lesson plans suitable for the classroom and remote learning
• Daily physical activity challenges
• A school account on the Big Pedal website
• Resources to help schools communicate with families

The competition, which has now been running for 11 years, is fronted by Dame Sarah Storey, British Paralympian and 38-time world champion in cycling and swimming.

Further information about the event can be found on the Sustrans Big Pedal website.