Ripon firm 'excited' to continue sponsorship of annual charity event that raised £11k last year
The team at Specsavers Ripon are sponsoring Ripon Rotary's annual charity bike ride which raised an “astonishing” £11,000 last year.
It’s the sixth year running that Specsavers opticians, which is located in the Market Place, have sponsored of Ripon Rotary Club’s annual charity bike ride.
Set to take place on Saturday, May 9, the event will see cyclists complete a circular journey at Bishop Monkton and travel 100km through the scenic countryside of the Vale of York.
Last year’s event saw 253 riders cycle through Yorkshire’s stunning countryside - raising an impressive £11,000 for the charity partners.
Not only is Specsavers Ripon sponsoring the event, but the store’s optometrist director, Katherine Friis, will be hopping on her bike to participate in the 62-mile cycle.
"We’re excited to be sponsoring the wonderful cycling event that the fantastic volunteers at Ripon’s Rotary Club organise every year,” she said.
"It’s an important date in our community’s social calendar, and it provides a range of charities with the funds they need to continue their amazing work.
"We were absolutely astounded when we found out the last event raised £11,000.
"For the second year running, I’ll be jumping on my bike and joining the event - let’s hope the weather is on our side.”
David Wells, of the steering committee at Rotary Club of Ripon, said: “We so appreciate Specsavers' continued support and hope to increase the number of cyclists participating this year.
"Many riders enjoy that it is not across challenging terrain, it is not a race, and of course, every entry goes towards supporting a selection of incredible charities.
"Remember, when you finish the bike ride, you’ll also have the chance to eat cake at the finish and, maybe, even sample a pint of Saddlesore.’
The entry fee for the ride is £50 with all proceeds going towards charities supported by the Ripon Rotary Club, such as Yorkshire Air Ambulance, Dementia Forward, Saint Michael’s Hospice and other small local charities.
More information at: www.riponrotarybikeride.org
More details on the full range of eye health and hearing care services available at Specsavers Ripon from: https://www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/ripon?srsltid=AfmBOooeAqOodXVsZBNQmxTyosN21wQDMItLe8tYwCK1I6hu1v_LiFjn