ORGANISERS have hailed an event staged in memory of a record-breaking Burntwood fundraiser.
The Stephen Sutton Ride out took place in May and has seen £14,133 generated for the Teenage Cancer Trust.
It is the second highest fundraising total since the event begain in 2013.
Stephen's mother Jane said:
"The public have been incredibly generous with their donations, especially when you consider the challenges we’re all facing on our disposable income.
"I must thank the members of the organising team – without the dedication, enthusiasm and support of our small team the SSRO could not be staged.”
Over 650 motorbikes assembled at Lichfield Rugby Club's car park ahead of their 27-mile journey through villages on the outskirts of Tamworth and Lichfield before ending at Burntwood Rugby Club.
Jane added:
"The crowds along the route were larger than ever, which is heart-warming when you consider Stephen passed away 12 years ago.
"I’d also like to thank Tracie Paul, community champion at Morrisons in Burntwood for providing the opportunity for us to promote the event outside the store’s main entrance."
"Both Lichfield and Burntwood Rugby clubs need a mention too, along with the volunteer marshals from Lichfield Advanced Motorcyclists Group.
"The event is only a success because of everyone who supports it, from local businesses, stall holders, marshals, participants, volunteers and spectators. I can’t thank them all enough.
"The £14,133 raised this year brings the total given to Teenage Cancer Trust since the first Stephen Sutton Ride Out in 2013 to over £117,000 - a truly astonishing figure."
The 2027 Stephen Sutton Ride-Out is provisionally scheduled for 9th May.
More details can be found at www.facebook.com/StephenSuttonRideOut/
