Help support Liverpool University Hospitals at Bike Aintree this September

Merseyside BAFTA award winning TV presenter, Simon O’Brien is raising funds for Liverpool University Hospitals with a new bike ride.

Dubbed ‘Le Tour Merseyside’ on 14 September, the ride starts at the renowned Aintree Racecourse and offers a 33, 55 or 77-mile route for all cycling abilities across the Merseyside and Lancashire countryside.

The Liverpool-born city region cycling commissioner, Simon O’Brien is supporting Le Tour de Merseyside hot on the heels of July’s Tour De France as cycling fever hits the streets of Merseyside offering the perfect event for cyclists to challenge themselves.

He said:

“We are lucky our city is on the doorstep of some of the UK’s most spectacular countryside and what better way to enjoy it than on two wheels while raising money for some of Liverpool’s best-known hospitals.

“Not only is it great exercise, being out in the open supports good mental health and with a range of distances to tackle there’s something for all the family.

“I think every person in our city has either been treated themselves or has had a loved one cared for by these hospitals and this is a fun and healthy way to give something back. The event will raise funds to support the care patients receive right across the city by providing those ‘above and beyond’ extras the NHS just can’t afford in these difficult times.”

The event is underpinned by a free family fun day at Aintree Racecourse featuring activities and events that promote improved mental health, wellbeing and active lifestyles.

Bike Aintree is sponsored by construction partners Vinci Building and Rob Byrnes, Business Support Director, said:

“Taking part in Bike Aintree will be a fantastic experience – not just as cyclists, but as proud representatives of VINCI Building.

“As our first charity cycling event for Aintree, Broadgreen and Royal Liverpool hospitals, it will be a privilege to support the incredible work they do. This will also be a powerful reminder of the community we’re part of and we’re proud to stand behind our hospitals that make a real difference every day.”