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. 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 France's most famous bike race. 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!
Thank you to my Sponsors
£300
Jay Mekwan
£250
Stephen Hull
£180
Anonymous
£106
Bob Poirier
£106
Geoff And Alana Cook
Good luck! Enjoy all those climbs.
£106
Iva
Have fun!
£106
Anonymous
£103.60
Rashid Ahmed
£100
Paul & Julie Atkinson
“Brave move riding the Tour de France route voluntarily. Most people see those climbs on TV and immediately reach for cheese and wine instead.” 😄
£79.50
Mark Mccready
Dr Hull Wishing you the best in your training and ride next year Le Loup Best / Mark
£79.50
Lisa Mcknight
£69.04
The Bustin’s
Safe travels! Enjoy this amazing challenge!
£53.32
Bob Bardsley
Stay safe, enjoy
£53.32
Jo-anne Attard
All the best!
£53.32
Narina Aliter
Thank you for doing this !
£53.32
Douglas N Keeling Md Dermatologist Pc
Good luck
£53.32
James Michael
£53.32
Nea Creamer Stephenson
WIshing you all the best, Stephen — good luck!
£53.32
Dean Roberts
£53.32
Norah Heelis
Enjoy the ride!
£53.32
Heather Hughes
£50
Jonathan Hull
You can do it Stephen. Be safe and strong and enjoy the experience
£30
Peter Somersett
I'm full of admiration and envy, Stephen! What a great project, and bon voyage.
£28
Anonymous
Great work Stephen! Would love to get out for a ride with you soon
£27.05
Michael Pelkey
£27.05
Alison Rodger
Have a great ride!!
£27.05
Caroline Barry
Good luck! What an amazing cause!
£27.05
Valerie Willar
Ward clerk emerg dept. good for you!!!
£27.05
Michelle Smith Dr Websters Admin
Good luck Dr.Hull!!! Michelle Smith Dr Websters admin.
£27.05
Susan Isaac
£27.05
Julianne Desoto
So impressive!
£27.05
Alexya & Scot
£13.46
A Salter
Don't forget your padded shorts!!
£13.46
Amy Gilbert
From your fav Amy!! Stay hydrated 🙌
£12.50
Good luck with this amazing trip