Take on the London to Paris Challenge

Cycle from London to Paris for Your Local Air Ambulance. Take on one of Europe’s most iconic cycling challenges and help keep lifesaving critical care responding across Warwickshire, Northamptonshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland.

⚠️ We need supporters to sign up before 1 July.

Your fundraising could help make a lifesaving difference when local people need us most.

Sign up today

Key Details

Challenge Dates: 9–13 September 2026
Route: London to Paris
Distance: Approximately 309 miles
Registration Fee: £99
Fundraising Target: £1,950
Supporting: Your Local Air Ambulance

Why Take Part?

Every day, Your Local Air Ambulance is called to people experiencing life-threatening injuries and medical emergencies.

By taking on this challenge and fundraising, you’ll help keep our helicopters and critical care cars responding when every second counts.

From serious road traffic collisions to cardiac arrests and major trauma incidents, your support helps bring advanced critical care directly to patients across your local area.

Every mile you cycle could help save a life in your local community.

Take on the Ride of a Lifetime

Cycle from London to Paris across four unforgettable days in the saddle.

You’ll ride through the English countryside, cross the Channel to France, cycle through quiet country lanes and traditional towns, before finishing in Paris with the Eiffel Tower in sight.

This is your chance to follow a world-famous route, challenge yourself and create memories that will last a lifetime — all while raising vital funds for Your Local Air Ambulance.

Your Journey to Paris

• Day 1: Cycle through Kent to Dover before crossing to Calais
• Day 2: Ride from Calais to Arras through quiet French villages
• Day 3: Cycle from Arras to Compiègne, passing historic landmarks
• Day 4: Ride into Paris, past the Arc de Triomphe and towards the Eiffel Tower
• Day 5: Enjoy a free morning in Paris before returning to London by Eurostar

Please note: the itinerary is subject to change.

What’s Included?

• One-way ferry crossing from Dover to Calais
• One-way Eurostar ticket from Paris to London
• 4 nights’ hotel accommodation
• Most meals, including a celebratory dinner
• Refreshment stops during the ride
• Back-up and support vehicles
• Route markers or cycle guides
• Professional event crew and Event Manager
• Mechanic support
• First aid and medical support
• Challenge medal
• Route guide
• 24-hour emergency support from the event organiser

We’ll Support You Every Step of the Way

When you sign up, you’ll receive:

• Fundraising tips and resources
• Support from our events team
• Help reaching your fundraising target
• An instant online fundraising page
• An unforgettable challenge experience

Secure your place today

Ready to Ride from London to Paris?

Challenge yourself. Support local families. Help keep lifesaving critical care responding when every second counts.

Sign up before 1 July and start your fundraising journey today.

Register now

HELP US SAVE LIVES

Over the past 20 years, Your Local Air Ambulance has saved thousands of lives.

Our critical care teams can be on the ground within minutes, delivering lifesaving care to give patients the very best chance of survival and recovery.

We receive no government or National Lottery funding and rely entirely on voluntary donations to raise the £2,300 needed for every mission.

Support past patients like David by taking on a fundraising challenge today and become our latest lifesaver.

HOW WE SUPPORT YOU

We're with you every step of the way towards event day with advice and information so you can just focus on your fundraising. We'll also provide:

• An instant online fundraising page
• Support from one of our friendly fundraisers to get the most out of your experience with us
• Virtual Gamification badges when you hit your key milestone moments
• And the knowledge that your fundraising will help us to save more lives 

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