Sunderland’s first Big Bike Ride will take place on Sunday 29 May, starting at Herrington Country Park...

With a focus on leisure, recreational and family cycling, the Sunderland Big Bike Ride will offer three different length rides, providing a route to suit all ages and abilities.

The shortest route is just over 5 miles and is ideal for families and younger children. The River Route of approximately 20 miles and the longer 'Tour de Sunderland' route of approximately 40 miles are also available, allowing participants to enjoy the city's excellent cycle routes and take in some of the Sunderland's finest views and landmarks.

All rides are non-competitive and there are no prizes for first place, however everyone who takes part will receive a Sunderland Big Bike Ride goody bag.

An entry form is available to download at www.sunderland.gov.uk/bigbikeride.
Closing date for entries is 9 May 2011.

For more information please contact the Active Sunderland Coordinator on 0191 561 4713, or email sports.leisure@sunderland.gov.uk

Price information:

• Family Ride (5 miles) – Adult (+up to 2 children under 16) - £7.50
• River Ride ( 20 miles) – Adult - £15 / Young person (aged 13 to 15) - £7.50
• Tour de Sunderland ( 40 miles) – Adult - £15 / Young person (aged 13 to 15) - £7.50