James Middleton and dog Mabel delighted to be reunited with £2,000 stolen bike

James Middleton was back out on his Babboe Dog-e bike.

The Duchess of Cambridge’s younger brother was pictured riding with his black Labrador Mabel for the first time since the bike was recovered in June.

The two best friends looked happy while cruising on the £2,000 bike in the streets of London after having to do without it for a while.

Mr Middleton, 32, had made a desperate Instagram plea for the bicycle to be returned in June when it was stolen.

He said his five dogs, which also include Ella, Zulu, Inka, Luna, were unhappy.

Entrepreneur Mr Middleton wrote: ‘Sadly my Dog Bike got stolen – Ella & Co are devastated – taking the dogs out on the bike brings me so much joy and to all those we meet on the way.

‘There is CCTV which is being investigated but would love to find it… please spread the word and if this reaches 15k likes I will make a donation to our neighbours @battersea dog & cat home in support of their wonderful work who’s residents have lost more than just a bike!’

He later thanked fans after the bike was found four days later.

Mr Middleton revealed it had been damaged and disguised with paint so would need to be fixed.

Mr Middleton added: ‘Thanks to everyone who helped spread the word… Amazingly my bike has been found and recovered.’

He was so pleased the bike was found he promised to double a donation he was going to make to Battersea Cats and Dogs home.