Travel Advice News

Looking for something fun to do this summer? This free community day at Bradwell Windmill is packed with activities for all ages – from face painting and theatre to bike checks, games, and a social cycle ride. It’s all part of Great Big Green Week, celebrating greener ways to get around and connect as a community.

There’s plenty to enjoy, plus a chance to meet the MKCC Transport Team and share your ideas on improving local travel. 🚴‍♀️🌱

 Date: Sunday 14 June 2026

Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm

We’re currently changing our Electric Vehicle Charging Workplace Scheme provider. As a result, new users won’t be able to join the scheme until the end of June 2026.

Cycle Scheme are running a prize draw with Trek, giving colleagues the chance to win a brilliant cycling prize. If you’re already on Cyclescheme (or thinking about it), it’s well worth a look.

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.