It's time to step on as Beat the Street returns

INTERACTIVE COMMUNITY GAME IS BACK

- EMYLIE HOWIE

An interactive game encouraging people of all ages to get moving and explore their surroundings is set to return to towns and villages across Renfrewshire this autumn.

Running from September 10 to October 22, the free six-week Beat the Street challenge will transform Bridge of Weir, Elderslie, Houston, Howwood, Kilbarchan, Linwood, Johnstone and Lochwinnoch into a giant game board.

Players are invited to walk, cycle, run, wheel or scoot between special sensors known as Beat Boxes to earn points and win prizes.

The game tracks players’ journeys and steps; collectively building towards a mileage target that reflects the community's commitment to active travel.

In 2023, Renfrewshire participants clocked up an impressive 118,459 miles and, this year, organisers hope to go even further.