A HUGE bike ride kicks off from Hatfield Peverel to raise money for a cancer charity.

Ride for Helen 2017 takes place on Sunday, May 7, and is one of the flagship fundraising events for the Helen Rollason Cancer Charity.

There is a challenge route available for all ages and abilities with routes of 6, 15, 35 and 65 miles.

Registration on the day starts at Crix House, Hatfield Peverel and costs £25 for adults.

Every adult entry receives two free places for under 16s.

Visit www.helenrollason.org.uk.