Cycle event through the heart of Kingshurst

THOUSANDS of cyclists will be passing through North Solihull this weekend, with the arrival of a major bike ride.
The Velo Birmingham and Midlands will be taking place on Sunday (May 12), around a year after it was first announced that the event would run through the borough.
Around a quarter of the 100 mile route takes in Solihull, with one section bringing the riders through the north of the borough.
A route map published by organisers shows that the competitors will approach Solihull via Tile Cross and travel down Cooks Lane, in Kingshurst.
They will cross over the Bacons End roundabout and then exit the borough via the Birmingham Road, travelling on towards Coleshill.
While the cyclists will re-enter the borough later, having wended their way down through Warwickshire and Coventry, the later stages will take in Solihull's more rural roads and suburbs.
Solihull Council is hopeful that the upcoming event will be a welcome boost to the local economy, although there are lingering fears about disruption arising from road closures.
To find out more about the event, visit the Velo's official website.