Seven adventure cyclists taking on the challenge of the sixth Ultra Cycle to raise vital funds for charity are on track to pass through Belfast.
The cyclists left Derry city at 07:00a.m. this morning (Wednesday, August 24), where they started their four-day Ancient East cycle with the aim of raising €50,000 for three charities.
Having raised over €19,000 so far, the group has now passed Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim without any major delays and accompanied by beautiful sunshine.
To support this year’s charities, mental health charity Turn2Me; the Mayo and Roscommon Hospice Foundation; and Hooves4Hospice, donations can be made here.
Enjoying beautiful coastal views, the Ultra Cycle group had reached Glenarm after several challenging, steep climbs outside Cushendun, 125km into their 1,100km journey.
Main sponsors of the Ultra Cycle once again this year are Agriland Media, Lely and Efficient Farm Solutions.
The group led by agri-business owner and part-time farmer, Alan Heaney …