PEDAL-PUSHERS are wanted for a charity event.

The Essex Castle Bike Ride takes place next weekend on Saturday July 27 to raise cash for the Colchester Hospitals Charity (CoHoC).

Cyclists can take on a 25, 50 or 75 mile route starting and ending in Colchester, taking in historic sites around the town and Halstead,Tiptree, Langenhoe and Sudbury depending on the distance.

All funds raised from the ride will go enhancing the new radiotherapy centre being built at Colchester General Hospital.

Entries will also be accepted on the day but cyclists are asked to raise as much sponsorship as possible. Riders under-16 must be accompanied by an adult.