Marie Curie's Glasgow Summer Cycle to raise funds for terminally ill patients

Marie Curie has announced the details of its Summer Cycle in the city.

Starting from Finnieston on June 5, bike enthusiasts can choose among the ten, 20 or 40-mile route.

Each will allow participants to take in the beautiful Scottish countryside and is suitable for all the family and cycling abilities as it's mainly traffic-free.

Each cyclist will receive a Marie Curie t-shirt, be cheered along the route and awarded with a medal.

The aim is for each participant to raise a minimum of £50 each, which will help the charity continue providing care and support to terminally ill people and their loved ones across Scotland.

Last year the charity cared for over 9,000 people across Scotland – in their own homes and at its two Scottish hospices – the highest on record since Marie Curie was established in 1948.

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Jim Stewart, community fundraiser at Marie Curie, said: “The recent spell of lovely weather has enjoyed has given us all a taste of summer.

"What better way to kick off the start of the summer in June than by taking on this challenge?

"Whether it’s for keen cyclists, families or those wanting to take up a new hobby, it’s an enjoyable fundraiser to take part in.

“As the saying goes, you never forget how to ride a bike, and with three distances to choose from, each one will set off from Finnieston, past the Riverside Museum and along to Clydebank.

“For those looking to continue, they can cycle along the Forth and Clyde canal path under the Erskine Bridge and onto Bowling Harbour in the shadow of the Kilpatrick Hills, eventually ending up in Balloch, at the foot of Loch Lomond.

“We’re incredibly lucky to have picture-perfect scenery on our doorstep, and by taking part in the Summer Cycle, people will be helping raise funds to enable us to be there for those affected by dying, death and bereavement.”

To sign up visit Marie Curie's website.