A PUBLIC cycle ride will take place in Thetford during half-term week in a bid to encourage people to become more active.

A PUBLIC cycle ride will take place in Thetford during half-term week in a bid to encourage people to become more active.

The ride will begin at the Thetford Meet Up Caf� on Thursday at 11am, where Sustrans Bike It officer, Georgie Burr, will lead the convoy to Thetford Forest.

Police will be on hand to help with crossing the A11.

After enjoying a picnic in the forest the ride will the make its way back to Thetford and finish at the same caf� at 3pm.

The event has been organised as part of the Thetford Healthy Town project, in partnership with Breckland Council.

All ages and abilities are welcome, and people should bring a picnic.

For more details, or to find out how people can learn to ride a bike, contact Georgie Burr on 01842 757349 or 07973 128206.