London to Paris Cycle Ride 2024
Our charity places for the London to Paris Cycle have now been filled. If you are interested in cycling for Lia's Wings, please email challenges@lias-wings.org.uk and we can keep you updated about future rides!
Bril liant
Thursday 5th September - Sunday 8th September 2024
Trafalgar Square, London - Eiffel Tower, Paris
200 miles
Registration fee: £150
Fundraising target: £1,950
About
JOIN THE LIA’S WINGS TEAM AS WE TAKE ON OUR MOST INCREDIBLE ADVENTURE YET!
Embark on a three-day, 200-mile cycle challenge, starting in Trafalgar Square and finishing at the Eiffel Tower to raise vital funds for the UK’s only aeroplane ambulance service for children. To see the full itinerary, click the download button below.
To sign up, you will need to complete the form below, at which point a member of our team will contact you to collect the registration fee, and go through any questions you may have. You will also need to pledge to raise the fundraising target, raising vital funds (and awareness) to ensure we can continue our work.
Proudly sponsored by
Event experience
Lia’s Wings is a national charity that provides hospital air transfers for children. We ensure that babies and critically ill children can access specialist treatment and care, wherever they are in the UK.
Ultimate bucket list challenge!
A free limited-edition commemorative cycling jersey
Beautiful sights and scenery over three days of glorious cycling
What you'll receive
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A fully-supported trip, you will be looked after by an amazing events team from start to finish, with a group of experienced outriders, medics and mechanics riding alongside you every step of the way.
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Accommodation for three nights and all food and drink from the morning of day one, through to breakfast on day four are included.
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A very special celebratory event is planned for the final night!
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Point of interest cards, and a GPS route of the entire challenge (sent in advance).
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A bike courier service to and from the start - from selected UK-based points (in advance of the trip).
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Full support with your training and fitness before the event, to ensure you love every minute of the challenge!
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A free limited-edition commemorative cycling jersey.
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Full training plans and advice from our expert cycling team.
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Fundraising pack full of useful hints, tips and materials to get you started!
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Support from our fantastic fundraising team to help you smash your target.
What's not included
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Travel to the start (Trafalgar Square) and return travel is not included in the trip, so will need to be arranged separately. The approximate cost of a one-way trip on the Eurostar from Paris to London is £60, and direct flights can currently be booked for £80.
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You will need to take out separate travel insurance to take part – which specifically includes cycling as an activity. Most providers have this available as an option.
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Extra food and drinks (separate from that provided during the challenge) will need to be paid for separately – including drinks in the evening (after dinner) and, any extra sightseeing or excursions you choose to do outside of the challenge.
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High-quality road bikes can be hired for the duration of the challenge for a small fee (£50).
Corporate groups
Individuals and groups are both welcome to join our cycle ride. If you have a group of cyclists who are interested in taking part in our London to Paris Cycle Ride 2024, please email chris@lias-wings.org.uk.