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London to Windsor Charity Cycle Ride 2024
Friday 14th June, 2024
Join us for our annual bike riding adventure as we journey from London to Windsor on Friday 14th June in support of Solidarity Sports.
We want to make sure this event is as welcoming and inclusive as possible, whether you’ve just got into cycling or you’re a seasoned veteran. That’s why we’ll be offering two routes so you can take the journey at your desired pace.
The first route takes us to Berkshire and back, passing by Windsor Castle and through the great park. The second, slightly less busy route travels past scenic West London canals and loops around the Surrey town of Chertsey.
We’ll provide each rider with a jersey and guides from the London Cycle Workshop will escort us to ensure there aren’t too many bumps along the road.
Whichever route you decide on, we’ll start and end the day at the same spot near our Hammersmith office, where you’re more than welcome to store your belongings during the ride.
Cap off your day with a well-earned meal on us when we return to London.
It will be a reasonably early start, so make sure to set those alarms to make the most of the day! Whichever route you choose, we’re sure you’ll have a great experience.
Why the ride?
Solidarity Sports is our local partner charity. It brings under-privileged children from our local community together in sporting and social activities to promote health and happiness.
Smart Currency has been working with Solidarity Sports since 2017. We were their first official corporate sponsor, or “memory maker”. Last year we contributed to their record-breaking £50,000 Cost-of-Living Crisis Appeal and we hope you’ll join us in contributing to their fantastic work.
Whether you consider yourself a casual cyclist or “King of the Mountains”, we welcome those of all cycling abilities to take part.
There will be support on the day from the team, with guides to chaperone you and mechanics on hand if needed. Plus, you’ll receive a Smart Currency lycra racing top to commemorate the event and cause.
As the cycle ride is in support of Solidarity Sports and the brilliant work they do for disadvantaged children, we want to give them a donation to remember.
Smart Currency pledges to donate £50 for every rider who joins and we also encourage all riders to donate the equivalent amount (or more!) to aid this wonderful cause.
Meet your hosts for the day
Jared Golden
Jared has been a huge sport enthusiast for years, with interests spanning across a variety of outdoor and athletic activities. Whether he’s enjoying summer test or rugby matches, football, or long walks and hikes with loved ones, his enthusiasm for sport is contagious – and his love of cycling is no different!
Having been a keen cyclist since his late 20’s, Jared has helped his brother train for multiple Ironman events and ridden many routes around the home counties, including London to Brighton.
Jared’s affinity to Smart’s partner charity, Solidarity sports, runs deep. His love of outdoor activities also means his values are also well aligned with their mission to actively engage their kids through activities. Jared feels the day will be a “great way to have a leisurely cycle with like-minded individuals and earn some refreshments on Brighton beach front!”
Trevor Charnley
During lockdown, Trevor was keen to keep himself active, so embarked upon a ‘100 day running challenge’, covering 1000km in 100 days. The toll on his knees prompted him to take up cycling, which he immediately gained a passion for.
Over that last couple of years, Trevor has used cycling as an opportunity to see the superb British countryside and push his limits, cycling to the Isle of White, Brighton, Whitstable, Southampton and a four day tour of Essex.
Beyond his Managing Director duties at Smart Currency Exchange, Trevor has a strong desire to make a positive impact – a desire which aligns well with Solidarity Sports and the wonderful work they do with disadvantaged children. When Trevor heard about the charity bike ride, he knew it would be the perfect opportunity to combine his passion for cycling with his desire to give back.
Trevor feels the event on July 14th will be a great opportunity to combine his “passion for cycling with a meaningful cause”. He has no doubt that Smart will “smash the £5,000 fundraising target” – a target which we know will help provide Solidarity Sports’ children with countless opportunities to actively engage in sports they love.
Kieren Horgan
Kieren has been an avid cyclist since removing his stabilisers at age 5 and his love of cycling has grown tremendously over the years. With adventurous beginnings as a keen mountain biker, Kieren has now taken to London’s bustling cycle lanes, but can still be seen taking on a small flight of stairs on his road bike from time to time. He has also cycled around the world, with some of his favourite locations including Borneo and the French Alps.
Having recently volunteered with Solidarity Sports, Kieren was inspired first hand by the charity’s ‘sport-a-fun’ activities, and how they encourage the children to actively engage. With his keenness to support our partner charity and passion for cycling combined, Kieren feels, “the ride is a great opportunity to support our partner charity, while meeting our clients and partners face-to-face to engage in a sport we all love.”
How to register?
- Click the button below to open the email window
- Send us your full name and contact number
- Get ready for the ride! A member of the team will be in touch to confirm your registration
Alternatively, please email [email protected] directly with your name and contact number to register.
