Where is the Goring Gap?
The Goring Gap is the name given to the area where the River Thames passes through the gap between the Berkshire Downs (now known politically-correctly as the North Wessex Downs) and the Chiltern Hills, both designated as Areas of Outstanding National Beauty.
What is Active Travel?
Active Travel means making journeys in physically active ways – like walking, wheeling (using a scooter, wheelchair or mobility device) or cycling.
Who are we?
The Goring Gap Active Travel Group is a community organisation founded in March 2026 promoting and supporting active travel throughout Goring, Streatley and the surrounding area. We work with local residents, councils and partner organisations to improve opportunities for everyday walking, wheeling and cycling.
Why is Active Travel important?
Traffic Congestion
The Obesity Crisis
Climate Change
What is the group doing about it?
- Campaigning for safer walking, wheeling and cycling routes.
- Supporting improvements to local streets, paths and crossings.
- Promoting better links between communities, schools, stations and local services.
- Engaging with councils and decision-makers on transport and planning proposals.
- Representing the views of local residents who want better active travel options.
- Helping to secure investment in local active travel infrastructure.
- Helping local people to become more physically active.
- Sharing information about projects, consultations and funding opportunities.
How can I help?
Whether you walk, wheel, cycle, push a buggy, use mobility aids, travel to school, commute to work or simply want safer and more attractive local routes, we’d love to hear from you.
- Join our mailing list to stay informed and help shape future campaigns and projects
- Follow us on Instagram
- Get involved as a volunteer, for example:
- Monitor the condition of local rights of way
- Research and prepare applications for grant funding
- Maintain and improve this website and our social media
- Help prepare publicity materials and advertise events