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 will cycle for just a few days, some will ride further. More will join over the following 3 weeks.
Riders tackle one of a selection of "Loops" riding anything from 2 to all 21 stages of the Tour de France route. After last year's Grand Loop effort, I'm giving myself an easier time and 'only' doing the Mountains Week (7 days, including one of the rest days; 968km; 20350m ascent).
I've committed to raising £1200 for the William Wates Memorial Trust (WWMT). My fundraising is entirely separate from my participation fee, which I've already paid in full - your donations do not pay for my Tour: 100% goes to WWMT.
I've put a few pictures of last year's Grand Loop in my Gallery for you to look at if you're interested.
The William Wates Memorial Trust's 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 a tough time for charities and particularly for young people. I want to 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 tough! Please reward my pain by giving generously.
Merci!
