The ‘Boris Bike’ hire scheme has been extended east to the Olympic Park.

Eight new docking stations and 310 docking points have been installed at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford.

They are located at the London Aquatics Centre, Lee Valley VeloPark, the Orbit, the East Village, and the former 2012 Athlete's Village.

People can hire a bicycle, for the scheme sponsored by Santander, and ride into the city using Cycle Superhighway 2.

The latest expansion of the scheme brings the total number of docking stations up to 761.

Since launching in 2010, the bicycles have been hired more than 47 million times.

Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, said: “It is fantastic to see our iconic cycle hire scheme spread its wings to the glorious setting of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

“The scheme has developed beyond recognition since it first started, with millions of miles ridden by cyclists of all ages and abilities.

“By successfully expanding further east, TfL is giving even more people the chance to get around on our trusty red bikes.

“It's a real boost for commuters, shoppers and tourists, and another shot in the arm for booming east London.”