Joanne Sparkes

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 approximately 100 riders will gather in Barcelona for the 'Grand Depart'. Some cycle a few days, some ride further. 

I will be tackling the first half of this event.....9 consecutive stages of the Tour de France...9 days of cycling covering 1462 kms and 20,500m of climbing.  Yes...we will be riding ~175-200kms per day. 

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.

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!