The Argus Appeal Brussels

   Cycle Challenge 2014

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CYCLE FROM DUNKIRK TO BRUSSELS

via Ypres, Bruges and Ghent

Five days: Wednesday, July 30th - August 3rd 2014

 GUARANTEE YOUR PLACE FOR JUST *£50

*For a limited period only

Take part in a cycling adventure of a lifetime - starting in Dunkirk and cycling into the heart of Brussels by bicycle, finishing underneath the atomium at the Brussels Expo.

2014 is a very special anniversary of one of the most traumatic conflicts the world has ever witnessed and one hundred years since the outbreak of the First World War.

Spend some time cycling through the atmospheric memorials dedicated to those that bravely gave their lives and explore the magnificent cities of Bruges, Ghent and Brussels, where the evenings promise to be just as exciting as the days cycling!

All the riding will be via Belgiums impressive traffic free cycling 'nodes' (Knooppunten) system, whereby every route intersects another. Follow in the footsteps of some of the worlds greatest cyclists who have ridden the 'cobblestones' during the world famous Belgium 'classics'.

Each node in the network is numbered and the route carefully chosen by the Argus Appeal team who will be on hand to fully support each rider to our usual high standards.

DAY 1: JULY 30TH, 2014: Arrive in Dunkirk via ferry early Wednesday afternoon and cycle to our first hotel in Ypres.

DAY 2: JULY  31ST, 2014: After breakfast, cycle on some quiet country roads via the 'war graves' that serve as memorials to those that died in the First World war until we reach the centre of the magnificent city of Bruges (50 miles).

DAY 3: AUGUST 1ST, 2014: A 50 mile cycle to the impressive city of Ghent (the city by the water), which architecturally is just as imposing as Bruges.

DAY 4: AUGUST 2ND, 2014: Today we cycle to our last destination of our short Belgium break and make our way into the north-west area of Brussels and spend our last evening discovering the delights of what this city has to offer.

DAY 5: AUGUST 3RD, 2014: Return home via  Eurostar, after spending the morning in Brussels

The ride is fully supported by an experienced team of volunteers. All accommodation is included, as is transportation of yourself, luggage and bikes. All breakfasts (apart from ferry) are included as are two evening meals.

This ride has a limited number of 49 places - so please book early to avoid disappointment!

Join us in 2014 & secure your place with a £50 deposit

Registration £400. Minimum sponsorship £350

We think you will have a great time, but don't just take our word for it, here is what you said in 2013

"Because its the Argus Appeal, you know it is going to be well organised"  Mya 

"Really well organised and great camaraderie" Jocelyn 

"The support team are top notch" Jason 

 

Your commitment:

*In addition to the £400 registration fee, each cyclist MUST raise a minimum of £350 sponsorship for The Argus Appeal. (Final registration monies to be paid by 31/5/14). Sponsorship to be collected six weeks after the event.

 

About The Argus Appeal:
The Appeal's objective are "to give asistance to those in need throughout our community by providing funds for a variety of benefits and causes, in particular disadvantaged children, the elderly, the vulnerable, people with disabilities and any other person, group or charity considered by the trustees to be appropriate for a fund allocation which will make a difference.

Please email elsa.gillio@theargus.co.uk if you have any queries about this ride.

For more information about The Argus Appeal log onto: http://www.theargus.co.uk/argusappeal/