Due to Covid-19 we will sadly not be hosting the event this summer, however are delighted to be operating our event on a VIRTUAL basis.

For more information please email Leckhampton.events@sueryder.org or call 01242 246 162 - the event will host additional distances and allow riders to complete their chosen distance over multiple rides. 

Ride for Ryder – The Sportive cycling event is back for 2020. 

This year our charity cycle event, Ride for Ryder - The Sportive, is celebrating its 32nd year of raising funds for our hospice. We warmly invite new participants and encourage all past participants to join us on Sunday 28th June 2020.

Please note children must be over the age of 14yrs on Event Day to take part, this includes on the day sign up's. All riders under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and adult (21 yrs +) on the day of the event, as well as completing a parental consent form.  

Sponsored by our friends at Allstones Speedy Skips and supported by British Cycling our Sportive offers a fun, non-competitive event for all with four signed routes (40km, 60km, 90km, 130km) taking you through Gloucestershire's glorious countryside. Whichever route you choose you can also be sure that you’re supporting your only inpatient hospice in Gloucestershire!

With all proceeds going to Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice to help provide incredible care for people living with life-limiting conditions across Gloucestershire why not sign up with friends, family or colleagues and make it a ride to remember!

For all those who raise £140 or over, the cost of a nurse for the day at Leckhampton Court Hospice, you'll be able to claim one of our Sue Ryder Cycling Jerseys. 

Info for Riders

Due to Covid-19 we will sadly not be hosting the event this summer, however are delighted to be operating our event on a VIRTUAL basis.

For more information please email Leckhampton.events@sueryder.org or call 01242 246 162 - the event will host additional distances and allow riders to complete their chosen distance over multiple rides. 

40 km route* - https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2819313646

60 km route* - https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2819317297

90 km route* - https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2819326645

130 km route* - https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2819331940

Please note our routes are designed to be challenging but with four distances; 40km, 60km, 90km & 130km, there is a route to appeal to all cycling abilities. We ask you, please, to select the route that is most appropriate for your level of fitness and experience. 

Please read our T&C's before signing up so you are fully aware of the event terms and conditions, including age of entry and all health and safety requirements. These can be found on Event Updates section on the main page on the righthand side. 

*Routes remain subject to change due to highway maintenance and unforeseen circumstances out of the control of Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice.