PLANS for this year’s Wokingham Bikeathon have been revealed, with a few changes in place for 2017.
The 35-mile and 15-mile jaunts, which will follow similar routes to previous years, will take place on Sunday, June 25, taking in some of the best parts of Wokingham’s expansive countryside.
One big change for this year will be new start and finish lines: both routes will now begin and end at Cantley Park, due to the regeneration works taking place in the town centre.
The Bikeathon is also sporting a new website for 2017’s event, along with a new entry system.
Sponsored by Rodger Duckworth Physiotherapy, the event is open to all ages and abilities, and while riders are not obligated to fundraise, they are welcome to collect sponsorship for a charity of their choice.
A spokesperson for the Bikeathon said: “We very much hope that you, your friends, family and colleagues will join us on 25 June 2017. Feel free to use the event to raise funds for a good cause of your choice or just come along and ride for fun.
“In the meantime, get on your bike and enjoy some time practicing in the spring countryside!”
Entrants under 12 years of age are free, 12 to 17 years is £15, and over 18s is £20. All money raised will go into organising next year’s event, with any surplus donated to a variety of charities.
Rodger Duckworth said he is pleased that his firm is backing the event.
He said: “We are delighted to continue to be the main sponsor of Wokingham Bikeathon bringing local families and community together to help promote health, fun and fitness.”
For more information and to enter visit www.wokinghambikeathon.co.uk.
