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Bikeathon at Lake Vyrnwy

Description: Money raising event for Leukemia Research Fund.

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Bikeathon at Lake Vyrnwy: A great day out for a very deserving charity (1393 words)
by - written on 06/05/02 (Very useful, 522 readings)
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Sunday 12th May was the first date I recorded in this year’s diary. An absolute must as far a I’m concerned, a red letter day – the date of the National Bikeathon - recreational cycle rides, held throughout the country, where the emphasis is on family fun whilst helping raise money for the Leukaemia Research Fund. Cyclists of all ages and abilities can enjoy great rides along fully marshalled routes, with checkpoints and refreshments stops along the way. With events all round the country, no one is far away from a bikeathon, and the opportunity to help continue the fight against Leukaemia. My own personal choice is ... Read the complete review

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