Zara Tindall joins husband Mike on an 85-mile cycle ride from London to Dover to raise money for ocean conservation – just THREE months after giving birth to daughter Lena
- Zara and Mike Tindall enjoyed a jaunt on two wheels this morning, when they joined riders on the first leg of a London-to-Monaco cycle
- The royal couple looked fresh-faced and ready to ride as they donned lycra
- The Queen’s grandaughter, 37, gave birth to second daughter Luna on June 18th
- Zara has already competed in numerous equestrian events since giving birth
Zara and Mike Tindall hopped on to bicycles to launch a charity ride raising awareness and funds for ocean conservation.
The couple set off on the first leg of the Blue Marine Foundation’s (Blue) third annual London-to-Monaco cycle ride, pedalling from Herne Hill Velodrome in south London to Dover.
They joined more than 100 cyclists who are taking part in the seven-day challenge that aims to raise funds to help Blue’s aim of protecting vast tracts of the world’s oceans.
Let’s go! Zara and Mike Tindall pictured this morning at Herne Hill Velodrome; the couple, who welcomed daughter Lena on June 18th, joined 100 cyclists on the first 85-mile leg of a London to Monaco charity ride
The couple are keen sailors and have developed a great respect for the seas.
The Queen’s granddaughter said: “Our oceans are constantly under threat and it’s for that reason that we are joining 100 brave cyclists in raising awareness around vital marine conservation projects like Blue’s so that they can receive the funding and support they need.”
Tindall, a former England rugby star, said: “Both myself and Zara believe its really important to help protect the oceans for our children and future generations to enjoy.
“Today, we’ll be getting on our bikes to help Blue raise awareness for their fantastic conservation projects. The first leg is certainly going to be a challenge but we’re hoping our competitive streak will help us through.”
Mike and Zara Tindall lead the riders off from Herne Hill Velodrome (Tim Ireland/PA)
Blue was established in 2010 and is dedicated to creating marine reserves and establishing sustainable models of fishing.
The charity has helped protect four million square kilometres of ocean, and this year funds will go towards supporting key projects like the Mediterranean rollout of locally managed protected areas.
Its mission is the active and effective protection of 10% of the world’s oceans by 2020 and 30 per cent by 2030.
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