King Alfred's Way
Cycle Route

We have always prided ourselves in being a charity bike ride suitable to all cycling abilities! Whether you’re a beginner cyclist or an experienced rider, our trip is well suited to you. We can help you with training too!

There is no set riding speed, no set groups to ride in or cutoff times to make. Enjoy the ride at your speed, whether that’s riding steady all day and taking in the views or riding harder with longer breaks through the day. There is no one way to take on this adventure!

You have from sunrise to sunset to cover the mileage for the day and we will be there to support you along the way. There is no competition, no sense of holding up others and no feeling of others impacting your adventure.

We highly recommend riding either a gravel, cyclocross or mountain bike for King Alfred’s Way. This will allow you to have the most enjoyment along the route.

Be sure that the bike fits you well and that you have completed your training on this bike so you know you’ll be comfortable for the adventure.

With an achievable £2 per mile, £440 total fundraising target, there’s no more cost effective way to travel. Funds raised will go towards supporting those living with MS across the UK, as well as raising awareness for multiple sclerosis and funding research to find a cure.

You can raise these funds in a way that best suits you. That can be fully funded by donors, a mix of donors and self funded or fully self funded. 

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With an initial registration donations of just £25, the majority of trip related items are covered such as vehicle support, route leaders, a team cycling jersey, overnight accommodation and much more. This leaves you only having to worry about travel costs to and from the trip and food during the ride.

Arranging your own food allows you to eat at your budget, whether that’s cooking in camp every evening, eating out throughout or a mixture of the two.

We aim for a team size of approximately 20 riders. This creates a friendly, non competitive team environment for all to enjoy riding King Alfred’s Way.

We will arrange the accommodation for the trip, including in Reading at the start, but not after the finish unless requested. To allow us to donate as much of your hard earned fundraising as possible, our accommodations are minimalist.

The teams often stay at generous hosts on route. This includes a mix of camping, staying at churches, town halls and community centres. If preferred, you have the option to book alternative accommodation.

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We provide you the platform to help you reach your goal to ride King Alfred’s Way. This is a supported bike tour where roughing it is embraced.

Your gear will be carried by our support vehicles. Your volunteer route leaders will be there to help you along the way. A mechanic will help you keep your bike rolling with minor repairs. Water stops will be set up every 20-30 miles depending on the terrain. Nightly accommodations will be booked.

It’s just the pedalling that’s up to you!

Preparing the right gear is crucial for your adventure. You’ll need your own camping essentials, including a tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. The choice of bringing cooking gear depends on your preference for eating out or preparing meals in camp.

For your convenience, we provide an 80 litre storage box to transport your gear from camp to camp in our support van. Additionally, a smaller 16 litre day box for essential items will be accessible at rest stops during the ride.

Regarding your bike and biking equipment, it’s important to be comfortable on your bike and have trained on it. However, we’re here to help if you need advice on bike rentals or any other equipment. Once registered, we’ll provide a comprehensive gear list detailing everything you’ll need for a successful and enjoyable ride.

Yes, eBikes are welcome on the King Alfred’s Way route. We understand that eBikes can make the challenge more accessible and enjoyable for riders.

However, it’s important to ensure your eBike is suitable for long-distance off road touring and is capable of handling the route’s varied terrain. Please be mindful of the battery range and plan accordingly, as charging opportunities may be limited depending on the daily itinerary and type of accommodation.

We recommend sourcing a second battery for the trip so you always have a backup and can have it charging while out riding. We also have our Jackery power units available in camp and at rest stops to top up charge when needed.

If you have any specific queries about bringing an eBike or need assistance with logistics, feel free to get in touch with our team.