London to Edinburgh Cycle

A 450-mile cycle ride from London to Edinburgh. Taking place on quiet, scenic roads, with some serious climbs to tackle – this is a tough but fantastic challenge for experienced cyclists and new riders alike.

Email [email protected] to request the brochure for further details. A final course map will be shared ahead of the event.

Your registration fee covers:

- All meals throughout the event (breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner).
- Drinks and snacks throughout the ride.
- Sevens nights accommodation, including a post-event celebratory dinner in Edinburgh on arrival.
- Secure places to store your bikes overnight.
- All travel and transfers.
- Bike transport and full mechanical support.
- Support team including ride guide, mechanic, medic and sport masseur.
- Two bespoke high performance cycling jerseys.

You will need to supply your own bike, helmet and cycling appropriate clothing and equipment.

When do I have to submit my sponsorship balance?
We ask that all sponsorship and funds raised are sent to Crisis at the latest eight weeks after the event (Monday 11 November). We recommend that you set up a JustGiving page. That way all the money you raise gets automatically transferred to Crisis.

I’ve never cycled this far before. Can I still take part?
Absolutely! This event will be a serious challenge, but with the correct training and preparation it’s achievable for anyone with a good level of fitness, and this can be achieved with an appropriate training plan. Once you sign up, you’ll receive training tips and a monthly programme to help you prepare.

Will I be sharing a room?
No, each person will have their own private room.

I have more questions, who can I speak to?
Contact the team on [email protected] and one of us will get back to you.

Monday 2 September
Epping Forest, London to Huntingdon
Distance covered:61 miles
Total climb: 721 metres

Tuesday 3 September
Huntingdon to Louth (Lincolnshire)
Distance covered: 89 miles
Total climb: 768 metres

Wednesday 4 September
Louth to Malton (North Yorkshire)
Distance covered: 78 miles
Total climb: 1,125 metres

Thursday 5 September
Malton to Headlam (County Durham)
Distance covered: 70 miles
Total climb: 1,199 metres

Friday 6 September
Headlam to Wetheral (Cumbria)
Distance covered: 67 miles
Total climb: 1,181 metres

Saturday 7 September
Wetheral to Peebles
Distance covered: 79 miles
Total climb: 1,172 metres

Sunday 8 September
Peebles to Edinburgh
Distance covered: 34 miles
Total climb: 448 metres

Monday 9 September
Edinburgh to London by train

You will need to provide the following equipment:

A good quality road bike – mountain bikes are not appropriate for this ride
Cycling helmet – this is an essential piece of kit and you will not be permitted to ride without one
Cycling shoes with a clip-in pedal system
Waterproofs – we cannot guarantee the weather!
Cycling computer – to help you monitor your training progress
Base layers – early starts and changing weather conditions will mean it is worth investing in these.