BIKERS from across the Thames Valley gathered on Good Friday, April 15, for the annual Egg Run.
Organised by Thames Vale Vultures, the Egg Run sees riders cut a course through Reading to make donations of chocolate eggs for charitable causes.
This year, around 340 people rode the route, and donations of eggs reached as many as 1,268.
The riders gathered from 11am, and from 12:30pm left Stadium Way, Tilehurst, making their way to the Abbey Rugby Club in Emmer Green.
The eggs which were donated by members of the public were then delivered to the Rotary Club and Southcote Children’s Centre for distribution to children around Reading.
Vultures representative Colin Hawkins said that the turnout was even better than first thought.
“We were hoping for around 300 bikes and around 1,000 eggs, so we’ve absolutely exceeded our expectations.
“Over the last two years people have got used to staying in, so it’s been fantastic to see, and it gives you a warm feeling, really.”
Mr Hawkins was also grateful for the warm, still weather on the day, saying: “everybody loves to ride in the sunshine.
He also thanked a man who goes by the nickname Frenchie: “He organised the route, and we couldn’t have done it without him,
“And a big thank you goes out to all of our riders, all of those who donated, and everybody who came out to wave to us along the way.
“Everybody played their part, and now we’re looking forward to next year.”
The Thames Vale Vultures Egg Run takes place on Good Friday every year, and is open to riders of motorcycles, scooters, and quadbikes.
For more information, search for Berkshire Egg Run on Facebook, or visit: www.tvvultures.co.uk
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