March 24, 2015 9.59 am This story is over 108 months old

Riders wanted to join Mayor of Lincoln on charity bike ride

Bike ride: Cyclists across the county are being encouraged to join the Mayor of Lincoln on his bike ride from Boston to Lincoln.

Cyclists across the county are being encouraged to join the Mayor of Lincoln on his bike ride from Boston Guildhall to Lincoln Guildhall.

Councillor Brent Charlesworth will complete his fundraising exploits for the year by setting off on the 33-mile journey along the Water Railway by the River Witham at 11am on Sunday, May 3.

Riders can join at any point as the route takes in Coningsby, Woodhall Spa, Bardney, Fiskerton and Washingborough.

Mayor of Lincoln Councillor Brent Charlesworth got behind the World Hello Day action, alongside his chosen charities Dial-a-Ride and Age UK. Photo: Emily Norton

Mayor of Lincoln Councillor Brent Charlesworth. Photo: Emily Norton

Councillor Charlesworth said: “Please join in the ride if you can. It should be a really good day out and will help to raise much-needed funds for two charities that do so much fantastic work, Development Plus and Dial-a-ride.

“I’ve enjoyed being able to support these charities throughout my mayoral year and this will be my final chance to add to the money that’s already been raised.

“It would be great to be accompanied by as many riders as possible on the route, even if it’s joining in along the way.

“We’re hoping for some beautiful weather and when we get to the Stonebow we can celebrate our achievements with food and drink with the civic party.”

Anyone wishing to take on the whole challenge should make their own way to Boston with their bikes.

The cost to join in the ride is £5 for adults and £2.50 for children which includes a goodie bag and reception at Lincoln Guildhall with the civic party at the end of the journey.

For more information or to book tickets, please email [email protected] or call 01522 873507.