Help us spread some festive cheer
Join us on our 11th Santa Charity Cycle for Shooting Star Children's Hospice
Don't Miss Our 11th 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 10 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 over 5000 Christmas presents to the kids and raised thousands of pounds for this fantastic charity.
We hope you can join us!
Event Details
WHEN
Saturday 2nd December 2023
8:30AM arrival for 9AM departure
WHAT
The cycle ride is roughly 17 km and is suitable for riders able to do a min of 10 miles an hour.
All bikes allowed as long as they are roadworthy.
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. Decorate your bike ready for some festive Santa cycling. The best bike wins a prize!
5. Arrive at 8:30AM on Saturday 2nd Dec at Whole Foods Richmond, with your best Christmas cheer. We will be leaving in small groups from 9AM.
More details to follow.
*** NO HELMET ON THE DAY, NO RIDING ***
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***
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.
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and join us for a special day out on the bike this Christmas time.
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. You will also receive complimentary refreshments at the start courtesy of Whole Foods and at the finish courtesy of The Turks Head.
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 20 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]
