Dame Sarah Storey launches London to Brighton Bike Ride 2013

Paralympic gold medallist Dame Sarah Storey is helping to promote the biggest charity bike ride in the country, which opens for registration at the weekend.

The cyclist said the London to Brighton event in June will help raise crucial funds for the British Heart Foundation.

"London to Brighton is one of the most iconic charity cycling events in Europe. The ride is a great way to help keep your heart healthy and will raise funds to help the BHF continue its life-saving work," she said.

Registration for the 54-mile (87km) ride, being held on June 16, opens on Saturday, with 27,000 places up for grabs.

The ride is being held for the 38th year, having raised more than GBP57 million for the charity.

For more information, visit bhf.org.uk.