Ben Money-Coutts

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 26th June 2026 around 100 riders will gather in Barcelona for the 'Grand Depart'. Some cycle a few days, some ride further and others will dip in and out over the following 3 weeks of the tour. I'm aiming to do the whole thing.

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.

100% of funds raised go to the charity -donations do not pay for my Tour. 

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. Putting in the hard yards training beforehand and then riding the whole thing is going to hurt! Please incentivise me not to cop and reward the pain by giving generously.

Merci bien!