Milnshaw: Labour Councillor Charity Cycle Ride of Leeds-Liverpool Canal

On 10th and 11th July 2014, Milnshaw Labour Councillor, Paul Cox, along with fellow rider Ray Smith will be cycling the Leeds to Liverpool Canal. the charities both riders are supporting are Accrington Blind Society and North West Air Ambulance. The route of almost 127 miles will be completed over the two days.

Cllr Cox said, “Myself and Ray noted that the halfway point was right here in Hyndburn, in fact it is located right in the centre of Church, so we decided to ride the entre route in aid of two important charities that helped many residents of this area”

This cycle ride is just part of the Mayoral Charity  events taking place this year within Hyndburn. The current Mayor, Cllr Munsif Dad, added, “This is a fantastic effort made by one of our local councillors to help support one of my chosen charities this year, we hope that everybody supports this event and wish both Paul and Ray well.”

Both cyclists have been taking part in several training rides over the last few months, during which both riders have commented on how much safe cycle way is available for all levels of riding.

Paul Cox commented, “Hyndburn has an abundance of great cycle ways and greenways around the borough. These pathways are open to all riders from the novice to the expert. Cycling is a great way to stay active and enjoy some of our fantastic heritage. Hopefully if we can encourage just a few to give cycling a go, then that has to be seen as a positive."

If you wish to donate then please contact either Cllr Paul Cox or Cllr Joan Smith, details available on our contacts page, for any support you wish to give.