Hundreds expected to get on their bikes

Hundreds of people of all ages are expected to take part in Sky Ride Birmingham today.

The event allows participants to cycle a 6.5 mile route on traffic-free streets taking in some of the city's most popular landmarks.

Olympic gold medallist Laura Trott will be in the city supporting the event and Sky Ride ambassador Stacey Solomon will be taking part with her four-year-old son.

It kicks off at 10am until 4pm but participants can join in at any time choosing to do as little or as much of the route as they want.

It costs nothing to take part.