Bikeathon success in spite of the weather

​We’re delighted to share that the Maidenhead Bikeathon 2024 was a real success. Nearly 150 registered cyclists enjoyed the three different courses around Berkshire and Oxfordshire and in the process raised around £2k directly for various charities.

It was a great example of the ‘Magic of Rotary’ in action. Our club volunteers (and friends!) braved the elements and inclement weather to register, and then marshal participants. Our intrepid cyclists completed the course despite the poor weather conditions either as a personal challenge, or to raise funds for their good causes such as Alzheimer’s Dementia Support. 

Matthew Burdett, the new club president, said "It was an honour as incoming Club President to award medals to all participants - including some receiving their first ever cycling medal!

A huge thanks to everyone who participated and played their part in making this a great success!"

Aimed at all cyclists, from families with youngsters to keen amateurs, there were 3 circular routes on offer on roads in the beautiful countryside of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, all starting from Maidenhead Office Park at Littlewick Green. 

A 15-mile (24km) family route, which was largely flat, and a 35-mile (50km) medium route followed quiet country roads around the Walthams, Shurlock Row, Binfield and Winkfield Row.

A tough 62-mile (100km) route took participants out through Henley, Nettlebed and the Chilterns then back to Maidenhead and included some challenging climbs.​  ​