Le Loop - supporting the William Wates Memorial Trust
Le Loop follows the official route of the Tour de France, one week ahead of the professionals and finishes 21 stages later in Paris
On Friday 25th June 2025 around 100 riders will gather in Lille for the 'Grand Depart'. Some cycle a few days, some ride further. More will join us over the following 3 weeks of the tour.
Riders tackle one of a selection of "Loops" riding anything from 2 to all 21 stages of the Tour de France route. Every participant commits to raising a minimum amount for the William Wates Memorial Trust (WWMT). The fundraised money is entirely separate from the participation fee - donations do not pay for my Tour.
All monies raised go directly to the William Wates Memorial Trust whose mission is to help the most disadvantaged young people keep away from a life of crime and violence and fulfil their potential. This is achieved by giving grants to charities that engage young people through the medium of sports, arts and education.
It's been a tough couple of years for charities and particularly for young people. This is my chance to give something back and help support young people who aren't lucky enough to enjoy the advantages in life that most of us take for granted.
Le Loop is no small undertaking. Riding even ONE stage of the Tour de France route is going to hurt! Please reward my pain by giving generously.
Merci!
My Updates
The sun is shining
Wednesday 19th Mar What a cold start to 2025 it has been. This has really changed my training plans with a lot of time inside on Zwift. Yes I am a fair weather cyclist. Don’t judge me!! I think Spring has finally come today and will allow me to get outside on the bike and catch up on training needs for the 21 day cycling challenge I have ahead of me. It’s 14 weeks to go now and training is in track. It really ramps up now… ShareThank you to my Sponsors
£1.5k
Anonymous
£750
Anonymous
£108
Ratang
Well done for keeping this commitment.
£108
Matthew Wilson
Bon chance Greg!
£100
Rowe And King
All the best Greg - you’ve trained well, so you hopefully can enjoy the event with great legs!
£53.32
James Fulton
£50
Ross Barber
Greg, I'm very jealous that you are going again this year, hopefully will be back in '26! Say hi to the crew. Have a great time!
£50
Sian Ellis
Good luck !
£50
Keneilwe Ntsatsi
£27
Keith
Best of luck Greg!
£25
Tom Holgate
Good luck chap!! An impressive effort. Love from all the Holgate Family.
£25
Huzayfa Hamid And Family
What an amazing challenge! Riding the actual Tour de France route is no small feat and I have no doubt you’ll smash it. We will be cheering you on every step of the way. Wishing you all the best for the ride!
