Alexander Peel

I'm cycling 100 miles to make London safer for cyclists

Fundraising for London Cycling Campaign
£415
raised of £500 target
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Event: RideLondon-Essex 100, on 28 May 2023
Riding 100 miles through the stunning lanes of Essex, participants are taking on this challenge in support of safer cycling across London.

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I'm taking on RideLondon 100 in support of the London Cycling Campaign. They're working to make cycling in London safer and more enjoyable for all. This means bringing more high-quality space for cycling to every borough, tackling the most dangerous junctions in London and enabling more people to build confidence and start riding comfortably.

Despite a non-existent training regime and laughable levels of fitness, I managed to complete RideLondon last year. Not much has improved in the last twelve months - you can still pay to see me suffer.

However, seeing the huge diversity of participants in 2022 in terms of age, gender, ethnicity and even style of bike was a wake-up call as to what cycling in London could be. Unless tangible improvements are made to make cycling in the capital less dangerous and more welcoming, then what is typically London's quickest and greenest mode of transport will remain open only to those who have the confidence and experience to navigate the streets.

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About the campaign

Riding 100 miles through the stunning lanes of Essex, participants are taking on this challenge in support of safer cycling across London.

About the charity

London Cycling Campaign

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London Cycling Campaign is a 12,000 strong membership based charity. We make sure that everyone who cycles, or wants to cycle, has a voice in Greater London. Our mission is to transform our city into a healthier, cleaner and happier place to live where cycling is a choice for everyone.

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Total raised
£415.00
+ £95.00 Gift Aid
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£415.00
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