Take part in the East Suffolk sportive!
Ahead of the opening stage of the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men coming to East Suffolk, cycling enthusiasts are invited to take part in a special event in Woodbridge.
The East Suffolk sportive takes place on Sunday 31 August and is open to cyclists of all abilities. A sportive is a mass-participation cycling event and offers a great opportunity to challenge yourself over a marked route with support along the way.
The event, Pedal and Picnic in Woodbridge, will be in aid of Suffolk Mind and those signing up early will be automatically entered into a prize draw. Two lucky winners will be chosen, one winner will receive two VIP hospitality tickets to the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men on 2 September, offering a premium view and an unforgettable race day experience, and the other winner will take home a signed jersey, perfect for any true cycling fan.
Cllr Sarah Whitelock, East Suffolk’s cabinet member for Culture, Communities, Leisure and Tourism said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to be hosting the Pedal and Picnic in Woodbridge as a lead-in to the return of the Lloyd’s Tour of Britain Men this September. It’s a fantastic opportunity to bring our communities together, celebrate cycling at every level, and support a brilliant local cause like Suffolk Mind. Whether you're riding for fun, for fitness, or for the love of the sport, this event truly has something for everyone - and I can’t wait to see East Suffolk buzzing with energy and excitement!”
Jon Neal, CEO of Suffolk Mind said: “We’re delighted to be partnering with East Suffolk Council for the East Suffolk Sportive. This is a hugely exciting opportunity ahead of the Lloyd’s Tour of Britain Men and we’d encourage as many people as possible to join.
“Cycling meets a number of our emotional and physical needs; movement for when we’re pushing those pedals, community when we’re joined by others, and a sense of achievement when we’ve reached the finish line.
“We’re very thankful to East Suffolk Council for helping us to continue our mission to make Suffolk the best place in the world for talking about and taking care of mental health.”
Entrants can choose from either a 50km or 100km route and a portion of the entry fee will be donated to local mental health charity and proud partner of this event, Suffolk Mind. Suffolk Mind works to promote mental wellbeing across the region, and participation helps support their vital work.
If you would like to get involved in the event but not cycle, there will be family activities at Kingston Field. Bring your friends and family along for a relaxing day out, with a picnic on the grass, free access to the tennis and pickleball courts, games for all ages and a family fun ride.
For more details or to ask a question, please email: leisure@eastsuffolk.gov.uk