WAY OF THE ROSES COAST TO COAST CYCLE RIDE to

Friday 14th – Monday 17th September 2018

Get on your bike and help fight cancer locally!

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Make 2018 your year by taking on this fabulous coast to coast cycle ride. Get fit, complete a personal challenge and help raise vital funds to support local cancer patients.

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When & Where? Morecambe to Bridlington Coast to Coast Cycle Ride Friday 14th – Monday 17th September 2018

What does the ride involve?

The Way of the Roses Coast to Coast is a highly popular route covering 170 miles between Morecambe and Bridlington, passing through the historic cities of and Lancaster. It’s a challenging but rewarding adventure. The ride is organised and delivered in aid of Weston Park Cancer Charity by local cycling tour specialists Velo. cartel. Velo. cartel is passionate about all things cycling. Whatever your experience their team will provide a cycling adventure that you will never forget. This is a supported tour accompanied by experienced guides. Velo. cartel will provide route planning, source all accommodation (using good quality B&B’S or country hotels), organise full transport for you (your luggage and your bike), provide mechanical assistance during the ride and offer plenty of encouragement- all you’ll need to do is pedal! The Way of the Roses tour takes place over three days averaging 53 miles a day. A moderate standard of fitness is required to enjoy the tour and participants must have their own road worthy bike and helmet (a full check list of equipment will be provided to all participants in advance).

Why should I cycle for Weston Park Cancer Charity? Weston Park Cancer Charity relies on incredible people like you to help in the fight against cancer and we need your support now more than ever! As the only charity solely dedicated to supporting Weston Park cancer patients, the projects we fund provide: • Practical help to those in need • Emotional support to those in despair • Enhanced care for those who need it most All the money you raise will be spent improving the lives of local cancer patients and their families. Join Team Weston Park and be part of something amazing!

How much does it cost? The minimum amount we ask you to raise to take part in the ride is £875. Of this sum, £375 is payable to Velo. cartel to cover the cost of the ride, this includes the cost of your accommodation, transport and support. The remaining £500, plus anything else you’re able to raise, will come to Weston Park Cancer Charity to create a better life for local cancer patients.

How can Weston Park Cancer Charity support me? Although the sponsorship total may seem a daunting amount to raise, we will support you every step of the way - you’ll be surprised how quickly your total grows! As soon as you have registered to cycle you will receive a fundraising pack, with a breathable t-shirt, sponsorship forms and fundraising advice and tips to help you on your way.

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Day 1 Morecambe to Settle - 35 miles/1898ft On the first day of the tour you will be collected from a central Sheffield location, where you will be conveyed to Morecambe along with your bikes and luggage to the start line. It is intended to arrive at the start line ready for the adventure by late morning. From there you’ll have the opportunity to dip your back wheel into the Irish Sea before setting off from Morecambe Bay on the 35 mile first leg of your journey. The route passes through the historic before heading on through the picturesque Lune Valley to Hornby. Continue onto the Forest of Bowland to Clapham and into the Dales National Park, which offers its spectacular scenery before arriving at the charming town of Settle. You will spend your first night in Settle having arrived mid-afternoon. At your accommodation you will find your bags already waiting for you in your room.

Day 2 Settle to York - 60 miles/4500ft The second day of the leg is a 60 mile hilly yet rewarding ride travelling through the Nidderdale area renowned for its outstanding natural beauty. There is a planned stop for lunch at , which is a hidden gem and ideal place for refreshments. Having suitably refuelled, the remainder of the leg east is less demanding through the Vale of York, towards the historic city of York, where you can unwind and take in the sights alongside the river Ouse and York Minster.

Day 3 York to Bridlington - 65 miles/1790ft The final day of the ride is a 65 mile journey cycling alongside the river Ouse before taking to cycle paths and quiet country lanes to the small town of . Although the longest day, the terrain is mainly flat which makes for an easier day’s ride through to and Burton Agnes, before a few undulations to give the legs a test or two. The final stretch passes through Bridlington’s old town before reaching the promenade and the end of the adventure, where you can finish off by dipping your wheel in the North Sea. Enjoy the rest of the evening with the knowledge that you’ve completed this challenge, unwinding with a few beers and maybe some fish and chips.

At the end of the tour you will be transported back to the pick-up point in Sheffield where you were collected from. There is always a good camaraderie during the trip and Velo. cartel aim to facilitate a friendly, hassle-free and memorable challenge.

Are you ready? • Age restrictions - Please note that registered cyclists must be aged 18+ at the time of the challenge • Read Velo. cartel Terms and Conditions • Complete the registration form included in this pack • Return the completed form to Weston Park Cancer Charity with a deposit of £50 to reserve your place Join Team Weston Park today!

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Costs To take part in this charity cycle ride in aid of Weston Park Cancer Charity you must commit to paying, or raising in sponsorship, a minimum amount of £875.00 per participant. You may choose to fundraise for the full amount or you may choose to combine a personal payment with fundraising to cover this total. Of this £875.00 sum a total of £375.00 is payable to Velo. cartel to cover the cost of the tour- the remaining £500.00 is payable to Weston Park Cancer Charity to support their work improving the lives of local cancer patients. We encourage participants to view this as a minimum amount- all funds raised over and above £875.00 will also go to Weston Park Cancer Charity to further enhance their work.

Payment Schedule To secure a place on this charity ride a £50.00 deposit must be paid to Velo .cartel on application- your place is not secure until this payment has been received. A further payment of £325.00 is payable to Velo. cartel 60 days prior to departure- no later than the 16th July 2018. A payment of at least £300.00 must be made to Weston Park Cancer Charity one week before the ride- no later than Friday 7th September 2018. The final payment of £200.00 (plus all other funds raised for the charity) must be made to Weston Park Cancer Charity within one month of completion of the charity ride- no later than 14th October 2018.

Cancellation policy Cancellation by Velo. cartel It is very unlikely that we cancel tours. However, if this should happen we will refund all your tour payment. We are not responsible for any other costs you may have incurred, such as travel expenses and do not provide any compensation. For maximum enjoyment levels for all involved this ride requires a minimum number of participants to register in order to proceed. If these numbers aren’t met you will be informed 60 days prior to departure of the cancellation. In these circumstances all funds paid to Velo. cartel will be refunded.

Cancellation by You We understand that sometimes things just happen out of your control. All we ask is that you contact us at your earliest opportunity. We aim to be flexible and will endeavour to offer you alternative dates if it is convenient for you. If you cancel less than 60 days before the tour departs it will not be possible to offer a refund.

Accommodation At Velo. cartel we use quality Bed and Breakfast, Pub and Hotel accommodation. Remember, we stay there too so they have to meet our exacting standards. If you are participating with a friend then you will be in a room together in a twin or if you’re with your partner then you will be in a double room (or a twin if you prefer). If you are participating alone then you will be in a room with another member of the group in a twin room (same sex).

Single Room Option If you choose the single room option you will have your own room for the duration of the trip. This will be in either a single room or single occupancy of a double room in a mixture of en-suite and non en-suite rooms. A supplement of £60.00 is payable to Velo. cartel 60 days prior to departure if you choose this option. Please note, whilst every effort will be made to ensure a single room is available, this is on a first come first served basis.

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Included In Your Ride Day one will see you and your bicycle transported to Morecombe from a central Sheffield location ready to begin your adventure. Our experienced tour guides will ride with you and operate our support vehicle. We aim to provide ‘close support’ where traffic and terrain allow as opposed to some providers that park up their support vans miles away which is no good if you have a mechanical problem. We find that this makes for a more effective and fluid service. This way you can receive on the spot navigation and mechanical support and also have a place to store your snacks and foul weather clothing, just like being in Le Tour. With our guides you will not suffer the frustration of getting lost and the extra mileage that entail. We can also provide full gpx. Files to upload to your Garmin or other cycle computers, route cards and mapping to further enhance your navigational security. There will opportunities to make café stops for lunch each day. Breakfast is included on day two in Settle, day three in York and day four in Bridlington prior to being transported home. All other food including snacks, lunch and evening meals are not included in the cost of the tour. Please note you will need to provide all your own equipment, including a roadworthy bike, helmet, suitable cycling clothing, bike lights (a suggested equipment list will be supplied for you). Consumer Protection In order to comply with EU Travel Regulations 1992 any payment Velo. cartel receive in respect of your tour is held in a separate account until your tour is completed. This is to ensure the financial security of your tour. Insurance We strongly recommend obtaining adequate insurance cover. Ideally one that provides cover for participating in sporting activities. This usually costs a little more than standard cover but is still extremely good value. It covers you should you need to cancel due to illness or injury but more importantly provides cover should you suffer an injury whilst on tour and require medical attention. We take great care of your bike and belongings as we would expect ours to be handled. However, Velo. cartel are not responsible for loss/damage of your bike or belongings whilst on tour. Consequently, you should seek separate bike insurance if this is a concern for you. Safety Our tours are conducted mainly on quieter country roads away from the traffic. However, on occasion it is necessary to use busier routes. We ask that you are a competent cyclist and are capable of conducting yourself sensibly in traffic. We also ask that your bike is safe and roadworthy. We cycle up some very steep inclines and consequently down some very steep and potentially rapid descents. Your equipment and ability need to meet these demands. Riders undertaking this tour do so at their own risk and Velo. cartel cannot be held responsible for any accidents that may occur whilst on the tour. Bike Transfer and Storage Be it a bespoke Italian carbon steed or a borrowed fixie found in a canal it will be lavished with the same care and professionalism by our staff. We transport bikes either fully built or in bags or boxes. Either way, they are secured in our vehicles to minimise the risk of damage. The majority of our accommodation has secure bike storage. Distance and Elevation The distance and elevation quoted on our tours is gathered by GPS and GLONASS satellite data on our rides and is subject to atmospheric conditions. Consequently, your mileage and elevation may vary. Minimum Age All riders taking part must be 18 years of age or older. Medical Information Participants must be fit and well to take part in the ride. If you have any medical conditions or are on any medication, you may be asked to show a note from a Doctor. Contract By signing your booking form you agree to the booking conditions as outlined above. Velo. cartel pledges to conduct our obligations as detailed in the tour itinerary.

Working together in partnership with Call: 0114 226 5370 westonpark.org.uk Charity Registration No: 1039885 COAST TO COAST CYCLE RIDE Friday 14th – Monday 17th September 2018

Participant contact details please ensure you complete ALL parts of this section

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Medical Conditions & Notes – Please Read Carefully Certain medical conditions (for example, epilepsy, some cardiovascular and neurological conditions and some forms of diabetes) or recurring injuries (for example, recurring dislocations) may prevent you from participating in a cycling course. If you are in any doubt, please contact us or consult your doctor.

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Accommodation type please tick one Sharing twin Sharing double (please state name of partner) Single occupancy (Supplement applies)

Working together in partnership with Call: 0114 226 5370 westonpark.org.uk Charity Registration No: 1039885 COAST TO COAST CYCLE RIDE Friday 14th – Monday 17th September 2018

Declaration By signing this form I confirm I have read and accept the Velo. cartel Terms & Conditions for this charity ride as detailed in the information pack and available online at www.westonpark.org.uk

I acknowledge and agree that I am medically fit and able to participate in this cycling tour.

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What to do now? • Please ensure you have completed all parts of the form and thoroughly read the terms and conditions • Return this form to Weston Park Cancer Charity along with a £50.00 cheque deposit made payable to Velo. cartel. Alternatively please ‘tick’ if you would prefer to pay Velo. cartel via:

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What will happen next? Upon receipt of your form, Weston Park Cancer Charity will register your participation in this charity ride and pass your details to the tour provider, Velo. cartel. You will receive an email confirming your place on the ride from Velo. cartel and Weston Park Cancer Charity will stay in touch to help you with fundraising.

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Working together in partnership with Call: 0114 226 5370 westonpark.org.uk Charity Registration No: 1039885 COAST TO COAST CYCLE RIDE Friday 14th – Monday 17th September 2018

Additional rider contact details please ensure you complete ALL parts of this section

Title: First name:

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Working together in partnership with Call: 0114 226 5370 westonpark.org.uk Charity Registration No: 1039885