FAQs

Definitely! This trip is a fantastic challenge for anyone wanting to do something amazing for a great cause! There will be lots of like-minded people on the trip all looking for the challenge of a lifetime. Some people come with friends or family but most people come on their own. There will be opportunities to meet your fellow cyclists before the event at training rides and social events, as well as Facebook/WhatsApp groups. The feeling of complete unity comes very early on the first day - one team working together. 

You absolutely do not need to be Tour de France standard to complete Palace to Palace.  However, this trip is a huge endurance test and it is therefore essential that you put in the training for this challenge. You will enjoy the experience far more if you have a good level of fitness! This ride is achievable for most people provided they train well in advance. We will send you a suggested training plan and will be on hand to help you with any training advice and organised training rides.

Yes! You will have one main contact here who will be on hand to help you in the lead-up to the event. You will be sent access to a full confirmation site shortly after you register for the event. This will give you all the information you need. Remember, we are always here to make the event as enjoyable and hassle free as possible!

Yes! It is your responsibility to ensure your bike is charged and you have a spare battery if needed. There will be space in hotels to charge your bike each day, either in your room or a secure place.

As soon as possible! Places are extremely limited and get snapped up quickly so to avoid disappointment sign up today and don’t miss out!

No specialist kit is required however a cycle helmet is compulsory and we strongly recommend that you use your own bike for both your training and the cycle itself. Road bikes are the most suitable on this trip.

There will be support vehicles with the group at all times, which will also carry your luggage. You will just need to bring a bum bag for any essentials like a camera, phone, and sun tan lotion.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided throughout the trip except for dinner on the ferry on day one. We can of course cater for vegetarians and other dietary requirements – as long as you let us know in advance!

Yes! Once you have started you will find that raising the minimum sponsorship is easy and, most importantly, fun! We have suggested a few simple fundraising ideas in this brochure and we will of course be available every day to help you with more ideas!

We ask that you raise a minimum sponsorship amount to take part in the trip to ensure that costs are covered as well as raising funds for the hospice. There are hundreds of ways you can raise money – you may already be thinking of things that you could do, which is great. Whatever you choose, remember to have fun with it. If you need any advice or help with ideas, please get in touch.