CYCLISTS across Cheshire are gearing up for a special charity event this weekend.

The Cheshire Dash in support of the Brainwave charity will take place on August 28 at 8.20am.

And triple Olympic medalist and former double world champion cyclist Rob Hayles will be making a guest appearance on the day, and taking part in a meet and greet with all the competitors.

It’s anticipated that there will be hundreds of cyclists challenging themselves to ride 100 miles through the Cheshire countryside, starting and finishing in Goostrey.

Applications are still open – but close at 5pm this evening (August 27) – for any budding cyclists who would like to take part in this much-anticipated fundraising event and will cost £50 for entry.

Refreshments and food will be provided, and everyone will be given their own Cheshire Dash 2021 cycling jersey to wear on the day.

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The event is organised by Transforming Lives, which is a charitable foundation set up by Mike and Catriona Marshall to help transform the lives of people who most need it and.

All proceeds from the Cheshire Dash will support Brainwave, a national charity helping children with disabilities reach their potential through specialist therapy programmes.

Brainwave fundraising manager, Joanne Freeman said: "We are so grateful to Mike and Catriona for their support and are very much looking forward to this fantastic day.

"It really is a beautiful setting and to get the chance to meet the cycling legend Rob Hayles will be a wonderful opportunity for everyone who takes part.

"We wish the cyclists all the best on the day in their fundraising endeavours so that more children can access our ‘life changing’ support."

Mike Marshall, founder of Transforming Lives added: "Brainwave has been a remarkable support for our grandson Patrick, who has cerebral palsy.

"He loves to visit the centre in Warrington and would be on his bike to join the challenge if he could!

"I’m sure he’ll be there to see everyone off."