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Cycle Sicily

26 August 2011
19-25 May 2012

The sun baked Mediterranean island of Sicily is the stunning location for this charity cycle challenge.

Much of the landscape is mountainous with volcanoes and lava fields providing some of Italy’s most dramatic scenery and sandy coastlines.

The route includes four days cycling in the south of this stunning island, finishing with a day of off road cycling on the slopes of Mount Etna.

Itinerary

Day 1: London – Catania
Day 2: Modica – Noto
Day 3: Noto – Palazzolo Acreide
Day 4: Palazzolo Acreide – Pantalica
Day 5: Mount Etna... Read More
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Related Topics sicily, cycle, charity bike ride

Cycle Land's End to John O’Groats

30 August 2011
1 May - 13 May 2012,  28 August – 9 September 2012

1,000 miles. 12 days. See some of the most stunning and remote countryside in the UK.

Cycling from Land's End to John O’Groats, the furthest possible distance in the British Isles, is a classic challenge that many dream of.

Starting at Land's End, you will pedal your way through Cornwall, over Dartmoor and north along the Welsh border, skirting the Lake District into Scotland, via lochs and the highlands to the North Coast and John O’Groats.

Book online

 Land's End to Jo... Read More
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Related Topics cycle, Land's End, John O'Groats

The Great Manchester Cycle

04 June 2012
Monday 4 June 2012.

This multi-distance event will be the first mass participation urban bike ride taking place on completely closed roads - in an otherwise bustling city centre.

The Great Manchester Cycle also includes a stretch of Manchester’s busiest motorway – the iconic Mancunian way.  

Choose your distance
 13 miles
 26 miles
 52 miles

Starting and finishing at Eastlands, the course will take you through the districts of Manchester, Trafford and Salford.

The urban terrain provides access to roads normally strictly off limits ... Read More
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Nightrider 2012

09 June 2012
Saturday 9th June 2012  FULLY BOOKED. Please email us if your would like to join our waiting list.

A charity bike ride with a difference...it’s at night!

Join a 100km moonlit journey through London,  passing many iconic landmarks and starting at Crystal Palace or Alexandra Palace.

You'll get the chance to make the most of quiet roads and explore the country’s capital city by moonlight on your bike.

Take in all the famous sights, from the city to the Thames, and all the key landmarks including:
Tower Bridge A deserted City of London ... Read More
Categories Cycling adventures
Related Topics cycling, london, nightrider

Cycle London to Paris

22 June 2012
22nd -25th June 2012 / 7th -10th September 2012

Linking two great European cities, London and Paris. This challenge covers around 300km in just three days.

We will cycle through undulating British countryside towards the south coast before crossing into France by ferry.

From Dieppe we will continue through sleepy Normandy villages with some challenging hills to conquer along the way - until we reach the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

There will be free time to explore this beautiful city before taking the Eurostar back to London.

Dates fo... Read More
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Related Topics london to paris, cycle

Moonriders Cycle London to Brighton

29 June 2012
Overnight Friday 29th June 2012

This moonlit charity bike ride combines the iconic London to Brighton route with the unique sensation of night cycling - the ultimate Capital to Coast night cycle!

Setting off from Alexandra Palace you'll pedal through eerily quiet London streets, past some of the capital’s most iconic landmarks before breaking out onto the open country roads of Surrey and Sussex. Pausing en-route for a hot-meal stop, you will aim to complete the 100km course just as the sun rises over Brighton Pier.

Ride details
 
- 100km n... Read More
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Related Topics bike ride, challenges

Unite & Bike against Cancer

05 October 2012
Unite & Bike against Cancer

5 – 13 October 2013

This spectacular 400km cycling challenge will give you the chance to see the most stunning sights that Africa has to offer.

We want men and women to unite to take part in one of the best rides of your life…UNITE & BIKE AGAINST CANCER 2013.

You will cycle from the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, through both Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks, which boast some of this planets most amazing wildlife. Cycling further, you will go through Maasai villages where you will eventually finish a... Read More
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Cycle Vietnam

25 October 2012
25th October – 5th November 2012

If you're in search of the charity cycle challenge of a lifetime, join Cycle Vietnam for memories that will last forever.

Prepare to be overwhelmed by Vietnam's natural beauty.

From the patchwork of bright green rice paddies to the rugged mountains and white sandy beaches, you can't fail to be bewitched by its traditional charm!

Itinerary

The following gives you a brief taste of the exciting bike ride challenge ahead.

Day 1: London - Hanoi
Day 2: Free day in Hanoi
Day 3: Hanoi - Mai Chau
Day 4: Mai Ch... Read More
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CAPITAL to CAPITAL 2013

03 May 2013
3rd – 6th May 2013

CAPITAL to CAPITAL: Cycle London to Amsterdam

Get on your bike to help save young lives. Cycle from London to Amsterdam - our second exclusive CAPITAL to CAPITAL bike ride.

During this three day challenge, you’ll cycle 300k...

through stunning British countryside historic towns and villages towards rural Holland criss-cross canals and finish in Amsterdam, the cycling capital.
Places are subject to availability, so secure your place on our 2013 CAPITAL to CAPITAL team today!

To register

To register for thi... Read More
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