Moray Bike Ride celebrates the great outdoors

Hundreds of bike enthusiasts are set to descend upon the Moray countryside as a leading north-east charity urges people to get in gear for a day of cycling.

The Glen Moray Bike Ride, includes three cycling options for all ages and abilities, with the choice of a 10-mile family friendly route, a 25-mile route and 75-mile sportive.

Now in its 19th year the annual event will take place on 24 June in a bid to help raise vital funds for North East Sensory Services (NESS).

NESS, which has offices in Elgin, Aberdeen and Dundee, supports over 6,000 people in the north-east who have sight or hearing loss.

The charity helps those with a sensory impairment to overcome the practical and emotional effects of serious sign and/or hearing loss, as well as guiding them to achieve more independence.

Neil Skene, fundraising coordinator for NESS said: “We are encouraging others to take to the saddle and get involved in the local cycling event, which promises a day of fun for all the family.

“Last year, over 200 cyclists took part in the bike ride, raising over £6,000 for NESS.

“This event is one of the biggest in our fundraising calendar and helps to raise vital funds for people of all ages across Moray.”

The cycles will commence and finish at the Glen Moray Distillery, mainly following minor routes and cycle paths.

This year the event organisers will introduce a chip timing system, ensuring the competitive cyclists receive an accurate finish time.