THE BIG RIDE
Join Street Child for the Big Ride 2025!
In 2024, 800 participants from over 100 organisations raised £1.8m, enough to support 18,000 children into education. Now, The Big Ride is back and better than ever in 2025!
This year, the event will take place at Russborough House in Ireland, with breath-taking routes through the Wicklow mountains, thanks to our long-standing corporate partner Liberty Global and event co-host Virgin Media Ireland.
There’ll be something for everyone with six cycling routes across the two days, various distances for runners along the Blessington Way and new for this year, a 10km uphill challenging but rewarding hike along the trails in the Wicklow Mountains taking in the stunning views.
Dates: 17th – 20th June, with the activities taking place on 18th & 19th (arrival available from 6pm June 17th - depart by 10am Friday June 20th)
Location: Russborough House, Russborough, Blessington, Co. Wicklow, W91 W284, Ireland
What's included: All activities, food, drink, camping accommodation, cycle jerseys & running/walking vests, bike mechanics and return bike transport (from England, Switzerland, Belgium & Netherlands).
What's not included: Sleeping bag, pillow and towel.
Bike transport: Information will be provided at a later date. Please opt in during sign up if you wish to have your bike transported.
The challenge
CYCLE:
Take on a 1 or 2 day cycle challenge, each day there are 3 different routes to choose from ranging from 60km-150km per day. This year’s cycling, given the location, will be significantly more challenging than the last few years, please read through the following to make sure you are signing up for a suitable challenge:
The Blue route - moderately challenging and is ideal for those less experienced, those who may not have completed the training for the longer rides or for those looking for an enjoyable half day ride. For those who joined us in Belgium last year, this year’s day 2 blue route is the equivalent of the red route last year in terms of elevation (but of course shorter in distance).
The Red route - challenging due to its mountainous terrain, significant elevation gain, steep climbs, making it a tough ride even for experienced cyclists, particularly if not adequately prepared. While not as long as the Black route, it still demands a good level of endurance and climbing ability.
The Black route - very challenging, due to its mountainous terrain, significant elevation gain, steep climbs and long distance, making it a tough test even for experienced cyclists who need to be well prepared to complete it successfully.
RUN OR WALK:
10km, half or full marathon distance on day 2 of the event (19th June). Our run route takes advantage of the Blessington Greenway forest trail, as well as weaving along the shores of Blessington Lakes, passing ancient medieval forts and magnificent scenery. This is a 10.3km circuit, run twice for the half marathon, and four laps for the full marathon distance.
NEW! HIKE:
On day 1 of the event (18th June), we’ll be taking hikers on the Spinc & Glenealo Valley 10km loop with stunning views of Glendalough. This differs from the mostly flat walking route on Day 2, with steep ascents and mixed terrain underfoot.
All routes are subject to change, and aim to balance participant safety, the best possible scenery and a feasible amount of climbing for the cyclists each day.
The event is attended annually by professionals from the telecoms, tech, banking, consultancy and legal fields. It offers fantastic opportunities for employee engagement, team building and networking, especially with Liberty Global and its operating companies, whose senior executives participate every year.
Two-Day Challenge + Camping (3 nights): £3150
One-Day Challenge + Camping (2 nights): £2100
One-Day Challenge - No Camping: £1575
Registration fee: £500 payable by company or individually upon sign up (non-refundable).
Late cancellation fee: £850 for anyone who drops out after 20/05/2025
All payments are to be made in GBP.
Liberty Global and Liberty Global OpCos please disregard the above costings, but please note your fees will still be charged in GBP.
Registration closes on the 20th of May.
Download the T&Cs here.
Download the Starter Participant Info pack full of helpful information here.
For more information, please feel free to get in touch with us at events@street-child.co.uk
We can't wait to welcome you back to the Big Ride 2025 - see you in Ireland!
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