Mountain Bike Centre Scotland

12/03/2026

Mountain biking is an important part of the Tweed Valley visitor economy, with several developments underway, including the Mountain Bike Innovation Centre and a proposed adventure bike park.

South of Scotland Enterprise has commissioned Edinburgh Napier University to undertake a short survey asking local businesses about current trading conditions, recent changes in demand, and future expectations.

If you are a business located in the Central Tweed Valley.
If you are a business in this area it would be really useful if you could take the time to complete the following survery:

https://napiersas.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VDKxAmLnxNBSrI

Central Tweed Valley is from the River Tweed source eastwards from Tweedsmuir, covering communities such as Stobo, Peebles, Innerleithen, Walkerburn, Clovenfords and Eddleston, ending just west of Selkirk.

GO Tweed Valley

23/01/2026

Delighted with these developments for the project.
Edinburgh Napier University South of Scotland Enterprise

Progress continues to be made on the Mountain Bike Innovation Centre, with its full business case being presented to Scottish Borders Council next week.

We also have updates on the early works on the Caerlee Mill site, and the activities and research taking place with partners Edinburgh Napier University.

Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/45rAFXq

Scottish Borders Council
Edinburgh Napier University

03/11/2025

REMINDER

MTB Community Workshops
Tuesday 4th November 2025

https://mtbcos.co.uk/news/f/planning-for-the-future-mtb-community-workshops

South of Scotland Enterprise
Scottish Borders Council
Edinburgh Napier University

Tomorrow, Tuesday 4 November 2025, Innerleithen. Book your place at the event designed to gather community input in the development of mountain biking in the area.

30/10/2025

Last week at Sea Otter Australia powered by Rocky Trail Professor Tom Campbell represented the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland with Ed Shoote of South of Scotland Enterprise! 🚴‍♂️🌍

This global event brought together leading brands, innovators, and researchers from across the cycling sector, providing an incredible platform to showcase Scotland’s expertise.

Presenting at the event Tom and Ed showcased the unique partnership between Edinburgh Napier University and South of Scotland Enterprise which is creating the Mountain Bike Innovation Centre in Innerleithen, which will act as a national hub for research, product development, and business growth - connecting academia, industry, and community to drive forward the next generation of cycling innovation.

This vision will help support entrepreneurs, attract investment, and build the South of Scotland’s global profile as the home of mountain biking excellence. 💡🏔️

24/10/2025

Great insight from Prof. Tom Campbell in this video from the IMBA Europe summit, highlighting the important work happening at Edinburgh Napier University and the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland.

It’s a brilliant example of how research, innovation, and community partnerships can come together to support Scotland’s growing cycling and outdoor economy.

Worth a watch!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGrqcUthM_w

Seeing the Wood AND the Trees: What Connects Mountain Bikers to Nature?Dr. Tom Campbell – Edinburgh Napier UniversityIn this inspiring talk from the IMBA Eur...

22/10/2025

We are delighted to support the

Planning for the Future – Mountain Bike community workshops

organised by South of Scotland Enterprise to be held on Tuesday 4 November at Memorial Hall, Innerleithen
7pm to 9pm

The evening will host three workshops:

• Sustainable Community Trails – led by Forestry and Land Scotland, DMBinS and Tweed Valley Trails Association
• Mountain Bike Research and Mountain Bike Innovation Centre activities – led by South of Scotland Enterprise and Edinburgh Napier University
• Place Planning and Mountain Biking – led by Scottish Borders Council and South of Scotland Enterprise

Professor Tom Campbell from Edinburgh Napier University and the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland will showcase the expanding research capabilities and projects currently underway.

Please book your place in advance:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/planning-for-the-future-mountain-bike-community-workshops-tickets-1856299554939?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

21/10/2025

What a brilliant few days in Brussels for the Cycling Industries Europe Members’ Day and first joint Summit with Confederation of the European Bicycle Industry - CONEBI!

Thank you to our Principal Sue Rigby at Edinburgh Napier University for attending and to Scotland House Brussels for hosting the Members Day.

Congratulations to CIE and CONEBI on a successful merger and inspiring summit showcasing the cycling industry’s key role in Europe’s sustainable future.

09/10/2025

Powered by a unique partnership between Edinburgh Napier University and South of Scotland Enterprise, the Mountain Bike Innovation Centre will put the South of Scotland on the global map — fusing cutting-edge research, business innovation, and community growth at the heart of mountain biking.

17/09/2025

From roundtables to keynote addresses, Scotland’s presence is felt throughout the summit. Edinburgh Napier University and Mountain Bike Centre Scotland brings multi-disciplinary expertise – demonstrating the vital role of academia in shaping sustainable trail futures.

Both Professor Tom Campbell and Dr Lesley Ingram-Sills are delighted to represent the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland and Edinburgh Napier University in Spain.

Poster presentations, including innovative use of Strava Metro data from Glentress, further illustrates how research can inform trail planning and rural development.

🌍 The Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland is proud to contribute to these international conversations, bringing Scottish research and innovation to the forefront of mountain biking’s sustainable future.

-Bikes

South of Scotland Enterprise

04/09/2025

Edinburgh Napier University is proud to be an associated partner of the DIRTT 2.0 project, working with partners across Europe to share expertise in trail design, construction, and sustainable management 🌍🚵.

This week Professor Tom Campbell joined partners in Switzerland to assist in the delivery of DIRTT assessor training.

A fantastic example of how international partnerships are helping shape the future of mountain biking, both for riders and the wider outdoor industry.

03/09/2025

Edinburgh Napier University is delighted with today’s announcement on the timeline for the construction of the Mountain Bike Innovation Centre.

Great news - the timetable for construction of the new Mountain Bike Innovation Centre has been unveiled, after planning permission was secured! 🚲

Read more 👉 http://bit.ly/460wsJE

Scottish Borders Council
Edinburgh Napier University
Hub South East Scotland Ltd
DMBinS