Christian bikers race for charity

The 2003 event attracted more than 2000 motorcyclists

Thousands of bikers bearing gifts from across Britain poured into Reading, Berkshire, to take part in an event for a children's charity.

The motorcyclists competed in the 19th Annual Toy Run for Barnardo's, set up by Reading Christian Motorcyclists.

The presents, suitable for a child of any age, will be distributed by Barnardo's to children in care. Local Ben Spiller came up with initial idea.

The ride on Sunday began at 1.15pm at the Foster Wheeler building.