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Cycling Challenge
On your bike for the Child Brain Injury Trust.
Edinburgh to Dublin Cycle Challenge - May 2013
From Bonnie Scotland to the Emerald Isle, breathtaking landscapes, fantastic cycling and the friendliest welcomes...
Covering over 200 miles in 3 days, the cycling on this long weekend charity challenge will be just that – a challenge! But as you reach Dublin, the sense of achievement will never be forgotten as you soak up the electric atmosphere of the Republic of Ireland’s capital city.
Child Brain Injury Trust works with a professional events company with many years experience in organising challenges like this. They will organise your entire trip for you so all you have to do is focus on raising money and training! We can provide you with sponsorship forms and support to help you reach your sponsorship target.
The trip itinerary is:
Day 1 - Edinburgh to Troon, then ferry to Larne. Cycling distance – approx 82 miles.
Day 2 - Larne to Newry. Cycling distance – approx. 68 miles.
Day 3 - Newry to Dublin. Cycling distance – approx. 73 miles.
Day 4 – Today you have some free time to enjoy the hustle and bustle of Dublin.
To secure your place, click here
If you have any questions, email our Scottish Fundraising Officer, Claire at: Claire@cbituk.org.uk.
London to Paris - April 2013
The ever popular London to Paris Charity Bike Ride is back and the next available tour date is the 17th – 21st April 2013. You’ll need to pay a £99 deposit to secure your place and the sponsorship requirement for this challenge is £1450.
The charity works with a professional events company with many years experience in organising challenges like this. They will organise your entire trip for you so all you have to do is focus on raising money and training!
Here is a brief taste of what you can expect on this challenge:
Day 1: London to Calais – a bright and early start from Crystal Palace heading south en route to the Coast.
Day 2: Calais to Abbeville – The stunning picturesque countryside of Northern France awaits you as you travel South!
Day 3: Abbeville to Beauvais – The route takes you along the river Somme.
Day 4: Beauvais to Paris! Nearly there! The final big push to Paris for the final day of cycling.
Day 5: Paris to London – Spend the last day exploring the sights of Paris before joining the Eurostar back to St Pancras!
You will receive a detailed training plan to help you get fit but for this challenge, you don’t need to be a fitness fanatic. The Child Brain Injury Trust will provide you with sponsorship forms and support to help you reach your sponsorship target.
To secure your place on this very popular challenge, visit http://www.skylineoverseas.co.uk/cycle-paris.aspx
Vietnam Cycle Ride - October 2013
This is a cycling challenge of a lifetime! The next tour takes place on 30th October - 10th November 2013 and a deposit of £349 is required to secure your place. You will need to raise £3,700 sponsorship.
Prepare to be overwhelmed by Vietnam's natural contrasting 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! Vietnam won't fail to leave an indelible mark on you and will provide you with memories that will last forever.
Here is just a little of what you can expect:
Day 1: Depart London for Hanoi
Day 2: Arrive Hanoi; afternoon exploring this wonderful city
Day 3: Transfer out of city; cycle undulating roads through valleys to Mai Chau
Day 4: Challenging day climbing to tea plantation village of Moc Chau
Day 5: Easier day; spectacular scenery of karst cliffs and rice paddies to Son La
Day 6: Through hill-tribe villages; steep climbs and long descent to Tuan Giao
Day 7: Cycle through quiet, easy backroads through spectacular gorges to Dien Bien Phu
Day 8: Follow Na river through lush jungle and bamboo landscapes to Lai Chau
Day 9: Rolling ungraded roads to sleepy town of Tam Duong
Day 10: Most spectacular scenery of trip; final climbs and long descent into Sapa
Day 11: Free to explore Sapa; overnight train to Hanoi
Day 12: Free time in Hanoi; flight to UK
Day 13: Arrive London
Limited places are available, to find out more information or to book your place on this incredible trip visit http://www.skylineoverseas.co.uk/cycle-vietnam.aspx?challenge=1689
To find out more, contact our Fundraising Manager, Rachel Ritter on 01869 341075 or by email rachelritter@cbituk.org
This page was updated on: Wednesday, 27 February, 2013
