Spinathon raises charity cash
A SIX-hour spinathon took riders on a tour of some of the world’s most famous rides at Lutterworth Sports Centre.
Organised by Lutterworth Rotary Club, Spin into Spring took place for the second year in a row and rasied cash for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust, the Stroke Association and other Rotary supported charities.
The six, one-hour rides offered 170 slots and were taken up by riders of all ages and abilities from beginners to marathon riders.
Entrants were plied with free refreshments and responded generously by supporting the raffle, cake stall and 100 square competitions while a physio was on hand to revive flagging legs.
The whole afternoon proved to be great fun for those involved.
In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the development of spinning at the Sports Centre, spin instructor Richard Stannard was presented with Honorary Life Membership of the centre by Councillor Mark Bannister, leader of Harborough District Council.
It is expected that approx £2,400 will have been raised for the nominated charities.
A spokesman for the Rotary Club said: “Particular thanks are due to the management and staff of Lutterworth Sports Centre for providing the venue and for all their support in its delivery.
“Thanks also to Radio Leicester for including the event as its final destination for the week’s Sunday morning show, ‘Clueless’.
“The next Rotary Club cycle event will be the Lutterworth Big [Outdoor] Bike Ride which this year will be held on Sunday August 19 and will be based, as usual, at Misterton Hall, just outside Lutterworth.”