Bethany Playforth is a Bridlington member with a physical disability and a lot of good cheer.
She was chosen as a VIP to flag the start of the inaugural ‘Tour de Yorkshire’ on the first of May. The world-famous cycle race departed from the Spa Bridlington in the first stage of a three-day event, which saw top riders racing 173 km.
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Bethany had first accessed cycling 12 months ago on an adapted bike provided by East Riding of Yorkshire Council and its ‘All Ride’ scheme, which helped her develop a passion for the sport. So, to warm up for the ‘Tour de Yorkshire’ launch Bethany organised a sponsored cycle event in aid of ‘All Ride’.
On the day of the race Bethany was also joined by three fellow service users from Priory View Day Centre; James Kilner, John Turner, and Leona Hull; who all used specially-adapted bikes (with the support of staff). John Fortnum, team leader at Priory View, said: "It was absolutely wonderful to see our service users playing such an important role in a truly major event for the area. Everyone, not least those taking part, have been really excited about this and we were all there on the day to cheer them on."