London to Paris Cycle Challenge

Wednesday 11th - Sunday 15th July 2012

For the first time, Acorns supporters will team up with other children’s hospices to cycle over 300 miles from London to Paris!

Known as one of Europe’s best long distance cycling routes, this challenging trip will take cyclists from London through the Kent countryside, across the channel and into France. Passing market towns and battle fields, the group will need to dig deep and support each other to reach the finish line at the Eiffel Tower in Paris. After an evening of celebration there will be a free morning to enjoy some time in Paris before taking the Eurostar back to London (bikes are transported back for you by road).

A fantastic opportunity to take on a challenge, get fit and meet other like-minded people to raise vital funds for Acorns Children’s Hospice!

View a full itinerary here.

Fundraising options

There are two payment options for this event. Whichever option you choose, we'll be on-hand to support your fundraising along the way!

Payment Option A - Raising the Minimum Sponsorship
There is a registration fee of £99 and a minimum sponsorship target of £1,500. Of the £1,500 you fundraise, 80% should be delivered to Acorns no later than 10 weeks prior to departure. The remaining 20% should be paid within four weeks of returning to the UK.

Payment Option B - Self Funding Option
You personally pay the £99 non-refundable registration fee and £722 for the balance of the challenge costs. You will be invoiced for this £772 by Discover Adventure ten weeks before departure. There is no minimum sponsorship target but we encourage you to fundraise as much as you can!

How to enter

You can register online for this event or, alternatively please contact the events team on 0844 984 0405 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request an information pack and registration form.