The Island Cycle Challenge
Friday 7 – Sunday 9 June 2024
- 200-mile circular cycle from Redhill to and around the Isle of Wight and back in 2 or 3 days
- Includes ferry, hotel accommodation and support
- Free bespoke cycle shirt and medal
- Free training rides
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Join us for a beautiful and rewarding 2 or 3 day cycle challenge from Redhill to the Isle of Wight and back. The route takes in all that’s best about the Island – winding through villages with thatched houses and over the chalk downs that make this route unique.
The 3 day ride is suitable for all abilities, or challenge yourself to complete this in 2 days! We offer free training rides and guidance on all aspects on cycling. We will ensure you gain all the skills you need to make this an event to remember.
Cost
3 day (7-9 June) £345
2 day (8-9 June) £230
Cost includes ferry, hotel accommodation, support, bespoke cycle shirt and medal.
Training
Join our free training cycle rides – whether you are taking part in a YMCA Challenge or not!
We strongly encourage you to take advantage of our free training. Not only will it ensure you are fully prepared and help you build mileage for your challenge, but it will give you an opportunity to meet fellow challengers and the rest of the team. We advise you to do as much as you can in addition to our training programme – the more you do, the more you will really enjoy your experience!
Our cycling training rides are free and all are welcome, even if you are not taking part in an event. So feel free to bring family and friends with you.
Fundraising - help to build a brighter future for homeless young people!
To keep event fees affordable, the entry fee purely covers the cost of the event. The minimum sponsorship target for this event is £500pp which will go toward our Life Change Fund set up to help transform young lives in East Surrey.
Last year with your help we raised £80k to acquire and fund the new Y Bus. This new project will offer a mobile YMCA reaching out to areas in need to provide vital services such as detached youth work, play, sport and physical activity.
This year, the Life Change Fund will support our youth housing projects. Currently, 1 in 52 young people are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the UK.*
* CentrePoint Youth Homelessness Databank
In 2024, we will be opening a new move-on accommodation for 6 young people in Redhill. We are aiming to raise £100k through challenge events towards refurbishment costs as well as furniture for individual bedrooms and communal areas.
Your fundraising will help to create a nurturing environment that truly feels like home. Join us in making a difference and opening the doors to a brighter future for young people.
If you prefer the more traditional method of fundraising, please download an official sponsorship form. Alternatively, you can make a donation to YMCA East Surrey towards the Life Change Fund.
Read more about our tips on fundraising or speak to a member of our team who will be more than happy to help you with ideas.
Find out more
To find out more, please get in touch with the Challenge Events team.
T 01737 779979
E challenge@ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk