Wheels for Waldenstrom's
24-26 August 2024
Following the success of the 2023 team, Wheels for Waldenstroms will be back in 2024.
Raising money and awareness for WMUK, the challenge starts from London and then through the English and French countryside before arriving in Paris. It is suitable for cyclists of all abilities.
You will be looked after every step of the way. From training to fundraising to keeping you safe on the ride. All the information you need to know about the challenge, the route and how to rent a bike if you need one is available here.
This is truly a ride you will enjoy, be challenged by, and celebrate for a long time. Make this a journey to remember and submit your Rider Info today, just click the button below to register.
Schedule of the event
We don't have the schedule for the 2024 event yet, but it will be similar to the 2023 event below
Day 1
London to Newhaven, 58 miles
Elevation gain 911m | Detailed route
Day 2
Dieppe to Beauvais, 66 miles
Elevation gain 518m | Detailed route
Day 3
Beauvais to Paris, 62 miles
Elevation gain 635m | Detailed route
Day 4
Free day/Travel back to the UK (not included in costs)
Freight take the bikes back to London
Included in the cost
Included in your cost;
-
Three nights accommodation
-
Food and drink - breakfast, lunch and evening meals
-
Ferry from Newhaven to Dieppe
-
24/7 support from our team
-
Bicycle roadside repairs not including parts. Available at additional cost
-
Transport of your bike back to London - Your bike will be returned to a designated collection point in London. If you’d like it sent to a specific location or stored by our team beyond the trip, this can be arranged, but additional costs may apply
Not Included in the Package
-
You will need to book your own return Eurostar ticket (Paris Gare de Nord to London to St Pancras). You can do that via this link
-
Bicycle roadside repairs not including parts. Available at additional cost
-
Travel insurance
-
Bicycle insurance
-
Personal expenditures
Fundraising
Registration fee: £125
This amount secures your place in the event, and goes towards the total cost of the event
Fundraising target: £2,500 per rider
We ask that every rider commit to raising £2,000, to ensure the cost of the event is covered and funds are raised for the WM community. Every penny you raise over £770 will go towards funding WMUK's work.
Bike rental
Don't have a bike but still want to take part? Find out about bike rental below.
FAQs
Want to know more? Following the link below to read the event's frequently asked questions.
The epic 2023 event
Our first ever London to Paris team raised a phenomenal £70,000 for the WM community. The 20 riders set out to raise £50,000, and smashed this target within hours of the first day's ride.
Read more about their adventure, and the incredible experience here.