A feel-good charity bike ride near Farnham, Surrey
 

Raising money for Challengers.

Looking for a charity cycle ride near you? We've got you covered!

The annual Kelly's Cycle Challenge is back! Enjoy a spectacular 72, 50, 23 or a special 10 mile ride this year to celebrate the 10th year of the Cycle Challenge! You'll cycle through the beautiful Surrey and Hampshire countryside, enjoying stunning scenery along the way in this wonderful cycling sportive. 

Or you can choose the 5 mile family ride through the wonderful Alice Holt Forest, complete with an optional treasure trail (and a prize for completing!). It's the perfect way to enjoy a family bike ride together whilst having some fun in the great outdoors.

You can expect an exciting and challenging ride, surrounded by fellow fundraisers and a fun and positive atmosphere! Our friendly marshals will also be on the route to help encourage you along! This feel-good cycling challenge is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors whilst raising a bunch of money!

Kelly's Storage cover all costs so 100% of all money raised goes to Challengers - a local charity providing fun and play for disabled children.

Whether you're a seasoned biker or new to the wheels, this event is for you! 
Please note that it is essential for all participants to wear a helmet at this event.

Enter today!

Online registration closes at 4pm on Saturday 11th May. If you wish to register after this, please just turn up on the day.

72 miles
- Registration from 7:15am
- Cyclists set off in waves between 8:00am and 8:30am
- Click here for the route
 

50 miles
- Registration from 8:00am
- Cyclists set off in waves between 8:45am and 9:15am
- Click here for the route
 

23 miles
- Registration from 8:45am
- Cyclists set off in waves between 9:30am and 10:00am
- Click here for the route
 

10 miles
- Registration from 8:45am
- Cyclists set off in waves between 9:30am and 10:00am
- Click here for the route

5 mile family forest ride
- Registration from 9:15am
- Cyclists set off together at 10:15am
- Optional treasure trail included, with a prize for completing!
- 15% off discount code for Go Ape Alice Holt!
 

All road routes are fully accessible. The 5 mile family ride is part road part gravel, so requires multi-terrain / mountain bikes. All routes offer a challenge to riders but you'll be rewarded with stunning countryside views and villages. 

Feed Stations

There are feed stations along the 23 mile route (1 station), 50 mile route (2 stations) and the 72 mile route (2 stations + 1 cafe), where you will be able to top up your water and enjoy some delicious treats.
 

HQ will house a variety of stalls:
- Benchmark Bikes
- Really Awesome Coffee Company
- Iain Spigs
- Challengers
More TBC!
 

* For the 10 mile route and above, the minimum age to take part alone is 16 years old. If an under 16 wishes to participate, a waiver needs to be signed by the parent/guardian and they must stick together at all times.
 

Fundraising /sponsorship is strongly encouraged for all our events! Kelly's Storage cover all costs meaning charities receive 100% of the money raised! Unlike other events where organisers deduct costs, you can rest assured that every penny donated to any Kelly's event will go directly to the charity. We even cover all transaction charges and JustGiving fees!

Please set up your sponsorship page as part of your online sign up form.

Entry is by a suggested voluntary donation. If you wish to enter the event for a different amount or for free, please call 01483 448430.

A big thank you to our Race Director: Tri-Adventure and Chip Timer: EMIT-UK

Kelly's Cycle Challenge 2024 no-group

• 12/05/2024, 08:00

  72 Mile

  Enter £45.00
• 12/05/2024, 08:45

  50 Mile

  Enter £40.00
• 12/05/2024, 09:30

  10 Mile

  Enter £20.00
• 12/05/2024, 09:30

  23 Mile

  Enter £30.00
• 12/05/2024, 10:15

  5 Mile Family Ride (14+ Years)

  Enter £15.00
• 12/05/2024, 10:15

  5 Mile Family Ride (13 years and under)

  Enter £5.00

Location

Directions

Near Alice Holt Forest, Farnham, GU10 4LS

What 3 Words location of parking and HQ: Orbit.Health.Mattress

By Car: Alice Holt Forest is located a few miles south of Farnham on the A325 and approximately 1 mile south of Birdworld. From the A31 turn off at Farnham onto the A325. Stay on the A325 for approximately 4 miles. From Portsmouth and Petersfield take the A325 towards Farnham.  At the Halfway House Pub on the A325 turn off the main road following signs for Alice Holt Forest. The entrance is 300 yards along this road on the left where HQ and parking will be set up and sign posted. The post code is GU10 4LS.

By train: Alight at Bentley Station and take an approx. 2 mile walk or cycle to our HQ

By bus: Take the number 18 bus (between Aldershot and Haslemere) and get off at the stop after the petrol station in Bucks Horn Oak.  Our HQ is a very short walk or cycle from here.

Did you know?

We are a B Corp accredited company, meaning we have met rigorous social and environmental standards which represents our commitment to goals outside of shareholder profit.