Nello cyclists provide vital funding boost
The annual Nello cycle ride has raised more than £82,000 in support of local people dealing with a cancer…
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Starting and finishing at either Topsham or Exmouth, you will cycle six miles along the stunning Exe Estuary Trail.
At each finish point, riders will join a Stuart Line Cruises boat for a trip along the River Exe, back to the town where they started.
Spaces are limited to around 100 cyclists – so book in quick!
Event date: Saturday 29th November 2025
Discipline: mainly cycle paths but some road cycling
Distance: 6 miles
Location start / finish point: Topsham / Exmouth
Price: Adults £20 / Child £10
Entry limit: 100 on each route
Age limit: All ages welcome. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
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Free Santa suit for all cyclists
Free tea, coffee & cake at the start of the ride
Exclusive boat ride
Cycle led by FORCE representatives
Mince pies, mulled wine and soft drinks served on the boat
Small gift for each child from Father Christmas
iSpy game for kids on the boat
Option to enter into the Santa Cycle raffle for the chance to win some amazing prizes
Bike support from The Bike Shed
Professional First Aid cover
Venue – Exmouth Football Club
Registration opens – 9:30am
Return to Exmouth- 1:30pm
Availability – 100 spaces / 0 spaces remaining
Please park in local car parks, there is unfortunately no parking onsite.
EXMOUTH FULLY BOOKED
Venue – Topsham Rugby Club
Registration opens – 8:15am
Return to Topsham rugby club- 12:30
Availability – 100 spaces/ 0 places remaining
Free parking onsite but you must remove your car at the end of the event due to rugby matches taking place
TOPSHAM FULLY BOOKED
Since the first Santa Cycle in 2013, the event has raised more than £40,000 for FORCE Cancer Charity which has helped us continue supporting local people affected by cancer.
Helen (pictured right) took on the Santa Cycle as a challenge to build up her confidence on a bike back in 2016 and since then has raised more than £1,600 for FORCE!
Helen and her family take part every year. For them our Santa Cycle is “an annual family event and it wouldn’t feel like Christmas without it!”
Anybody can take part in Santa Cycle and do their bit in helping to build cancer support right here in Devon.
Why not sign up and fundraise as a group or get the little ones a sponsorship form to take into school.
Six miles is no easy challenge for little legs or someone who hasn’t cycled in a long time!
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No. This is a family fun ride. It is not a race.
Yes. Bike Shed will be on hand should you have any bike mechanical issues. Medical support will also be available.
Yes absolutely. We welcome family and friends to come and see you off at the start and before you board and disembark from the boat.
The route is led by two experienced support riders, who know the route and will be mindful of the group’s capabilities, setting the pace accordingly.
In addition, there will be support riders staggered throughout the group who also know the route and are there to guide and help if needed.
Yes. This is compulsory.
Yes. We welcome all bikes.
There is no minimum age however if under 18, you must be accompanied by an adult who is also taking part.
There are toilets and refreshments available at the start and on the boat.
We will keep in regular touch with all the information you’ll need by email so please keep checking your inbox.
When you arrive, please head to the registration point to check in and to pick up your Santa suit.
Yes, up until three weeks before the ride. Please get in touch with the fundraising team on 01392 402875 if you wish to transfer your entry.
Please see our terms and conditions here
Yes, up until three weeks before the ride. Please get in touch with the fundraising team on 01392 402875 if you wish to transfer your entry.
Please see our terms and conditions here
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