Ride the Lights - Blackpool Illuminations
31st August 2010
Ride the Lights is an annual event that closes off Blackpool Promenade to all traffic except Bikes! It is held a few days before the Big Illuminations Switch On. In 2010 it is being held on the 31st August, at approximately 8pm* Ride the lights begins. It is a great way to see the Illuminations before the official switch on and get some excersize at the same time. Ride the lights has been held each year since 2006 and the number of cycles grows each year. In 2009 it was estimated that 8000 people took part! In 2010 Sky TV are filming the event to be screened as part of their ·Sky Ride· events promotion to encourage people to take up cycling. So if you are lucky you could find yourself on TV!
You can cycle the Illuminations to and from any point along Blackpool Promenade from Starr Gate in the South to Red Bank Road some 10 kilometres north. This is a great opportunity to get out that old rusty bike and cycle along the prom with the family.
There will be Marshalls, First Aid, Bike Dockors and Support vehicles along the route should you need any assistance.
There are a few thinks that ALL bikes MUST have:
- One working white light at the front.
- One working red light at the rear.
- A cycle helmet should be worn.
- A responsible Adult should accompany all Children.
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* Times subject to change.
