Help us spread some festive cheer
Join us on our 12th Annual Santa Charity Cycle in aid of Shooting Star Children's Hospice. .
Don't Miss Our 12th Santa Charity Cycle
Don't Miss Our 12th Santa Charity Cycle
For the last 11 years*, along with 100s of other cycling Santas, we've cycled our 20 km route from Richmond, SW London to deliver gifts to the incredible children at Shooting Star Children's Hospice in Hampton who are suffering with life limiting illnesses.
It’s grown from humble beginnings 12 years ago to an annual must do activity on the Richmond Festive season calendar.
Since we started this journey with Shooting Star we have delivered nearly 6000 Christmas presents to the kids and raised thousands of pounds for this fantastic charity.
We hope you can join us!
*Due to freezing temperatures last year, our plans changed from a ride to a stride but our amazing community of Santas still came together to deliver gifts and raise money for the incredible Shooting Star Children's Hospice. Catch up here.
Event Details
WHEN
- Date: Saturday 7th December 2024
- Time: 8:30AM arrival for 9:00 AM departure
WHAT
- A 17km cycle ride
- Suitable for riders able to do a min of 10 miles an hour.
- All bikes allowed as long as they are roadworthy.
whERE
- Start: Richmond Whole Foods (1-3 George St, London TW9 1AB)
- Finish: The Turks Head Pub (28 Winchester Rd, Twickenham TW1 1LF)
What Do I Need To Do?
2. Get a Santa suit if you don't have one already. (No Santa suit or other festive dress up, no ride!) There are prizes for the best dressed Santa, so do get creative!
3. Purchase a gift for a child and do NOT wrap it. (A recommended list can be found below).
4. Arrive at 8:30 AM on Saturday 7th Dec at Whole Foods Richmond, with your best Christmas cheer. We will be leaving in small groups from 9:00AM.
*** NO HELMET ON THE DAY, NO RIDING ***
What Charity Will Be Benefiting?
HELP SUPPORT CHILDREN WITH LIFE LIMITING ILLNESSES
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is a leading children’s hospice charity caring for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions, and their families.
They are a lifeline to so many families across Surrey and London supporting them from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.
It costs £10.1 million a year to maintain their current level of care and just 20% of that income comes from central government funding, so they rely on supporters like you for your generosity to keep the service running.
What Gifts Should I Get?
Shooting Star recommends
• Sensory: lights, massager, small bubble tubes, sets of touch and feel (slime, sand, etc)
• Body/fragrance gift sets
• Hats & scarfs
• Blankets
• Water bottles
• PJs
• Slippers
• Books
• Musical instruments (hand-held)
• Craft sets
• Colouring books & pens/pencils
• Nail varnish
• Hair accessories
• Backpacks (older girls & boys)
***PLEASE DO NOT WRAP THE GIFTS***
Special Thanks to Our Previous Sponsors and Partners
VIPA DIGITAL
London
WHOLE FOODS
Richmond
THE TURK'S HEAD
Twickenham
EPSOM and EWELL
Silver Band
AKWA BABY
HEADMASTERS
ELETE
THE PALM CENTRE
SCRATCH DEMONS
Live Band
CURRANZ
Want to become a partner for our 2024 Santa Cycle?
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out our list of FAQs below. If you are still not able to find an answer to your question, please reach out to us at [email protected]
Is there a cost to sign up?
No, all we ask is you purchase a gift for the children, and/or make a donation.
How do I sign up?
The best way to sign up is online on this website, the form is just above here.
Is there a set route I have to ride?
Yes, we will be doing the set 17 km distance between Richmond and Hampton, before returning to St Margaret's for some refreshments at the Turks Head pub.
Do I have to have a road bike?
No. We accept all riders on mountain bikes, gravel bikes, hybrids, tandems and Bromptons. Just make sure your bike is 100% roadworthy.
Do I have to dress up?
Yes! No Santa suit (or other festive outfit) and you won't be able to ride unfortunately. Please don't forget your helmet!
Do I have to fundraise?
This event is primarily a fundraising event. Fundraising, in addition to bringing a gift is not compulsory but we do encourage you to help support the lives of children who have had their lives severely impacted as a result of life limiting illnesses. No donation is too small.
Are children allowed to take part?
Yes, children 12 and over are allowed, as long as they are able to safely ride on the road AND are accompanied by a responsible adult. PLEASE CONTACT US SEPERATELY FOR A CHILDRENS WAIVER FORM: [email protected]
