Hundreds of cyclists will be getting their kit off for the Manchester leg of The World Naked Bike Ride 2017, which takes places on Friday, June 9.

Starting at 6pm at All Saints Park, the group invites people to come as 'bare as you dare' for the mass ride across the city centre.

The annual event takes place in more than 70 cities across the world, and hopes to draw attention to the vulnerability of cyclists on the road while protesting against the dangers of the car-centric culture in the city.

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Last year, organisers said: "The WNBR is a fun way to show that cycling is inclusive and is suitable for all, while also highlighting cyclist’s fragility and that when a cyclist is hit by a vehicle they have little protection from the impact and might as well be naked.

“It has always got an amazing reception from the people of Manchester with cheers from people watching, with many people wishing they had taken part."

(Image: Sean Hansford)

This year the event will provide the option of a protected area for undressing at All Saints Park, away from 'intrusive and unwelcome photographers'.

From there, the ride will take over major roads of Manchester such as Oxford Road and organisers encourage cyclists to paint their bodies with pro-cycling messages.

Last year nearly 300 stripped off and hopped on the saddle , undeterred by the drizzly Manchester weather. Hundreds of spectators turned out to see them off, with many posing for photos at the starting line.