The 2026 Active Sunderland Big Bike Ride was started by the Mayor of Sunderland, Councillor Robert Hutchinson, from the Beacon of Light on Sunday.
With options including a five-mile family ride as well as 12-mile, 20-mile and 38-mile routes, the courses passed along city roads and woodland paths hugging the River Wear.
9. Light-ing the way
Cyclists make their way past the Stadium of Light. Photo: North News and Pictures
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