Travel Advice News

The MK Marathon will be passing through Walton Hall campus on Monday 4 May (Early May Bank Holiday). This will result in temporary changes to vehicle access, parking and traffic flow across site.

If you need to attend campus, please note:

There are repair works planned on the H8 River Ouzel Bridge, affecting eastbound traffic only on H8 Standing Way, near Monkston Park (MK6 3EA).

Date: Thursday 30th April - Monday 1st May.

Location: H8 Standing Way, Monkston Park

Eastbound carriageway only

👉 Full details and live updates are on one.network: https://one.network/?tmi=GB44773446

If you’re planning to travel on the May bank holidays, Arriva has confirmed that bus services will run to a Sunday service on both May bank holidays across Bedfordshire & Buckinghamshire.

Please note: there will be no bus services operating to the Open University bus stop on bank holidays.

As services may run to amended timetables, please check before you travel.

This May, Milton Keynes Council are encouraging everyone to get moving with Roll & Stroll , a month‑long active travel challenge from Love to Ride.

Got a bike? Love your bike? 🚴‍♀️💚 Get Around MK are offering FREE bike security marking to help keep bikes safe and make theft much harder.

✅ Quick

✅ Easy

✅ Peace of mind

You may have already spotted the new bike parking areas around campus — they’re now fully installed with updated signage for staff and visitors.

Estates have added two new locations:

• A  larger bike rack outside the front of Walton Hall

🔥 Lithium Battery Safety – Important Guidance from London Fire Brigade

On average there is a fire from a lithium battery in an e-bike or e-scooter every two days in London.

Lithium batteries can pose a serious fire risk if they’re damaged, poorly charged, or used with the wrong equipment, among other things.

The London Fire Brigade has put together simple, practical tips on how to charge, store and look after lithium batteries safely. It’s a quick read that can help prevent overheating and fires at home or on the go.

Cyclescheme Newsletter - March 2026 - THE OU.pdf

Here are a few useful links on commuting and saving money 🚴‍♂️💷 because who doesn’t enjoy the idea of keeping a bit more cash in their pocket? Whether you're looking to cut travel costs, explore cheaper ways to get around, or simply outsmart the ever‑rising price of… well, everything 🙃, these articles are a good place to start.

E‑bike Resources and Helpful Guides

If you’re interested in learning more about e‑bikes, their components, safety, and how they can support your cycling journey, the following resources may be useful from Cyclescheme.

Full list of e‑bike blogs:

https://www.cyclescheme.co.uk/community/e-bikes

Recommended reads: