Hundreds of cyclists braved the high temperatures and threat of storms as they took to the roads around Wokingham for an annual Bikeathon on Sunday.
Jean Alder, speaking on behalf of the event organisers, told Wokingham Today: “We had more than 400 people taking part, with the youngest rider being just five-years-old.”
The event, which has Wokingham Foodbank as its designated charity, included a longer 51-mile route for the first time. Routes for the event, which started and ended at Cantley Park, took participants through villages including Hurst and Waltham St Lawrence.
She explained: “The Bikeathon is a family-friendly event that now also provides a challenge for the more experienced cyclists.”
The Kidical Mass ride also proved popular. The marshalled 2.5-mile route was well-attended by youngsters and their families.
Another feature of the Bikeathon event is the medals, for those who choose to take one, are made from recycled compressed wood chips.
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