2026
Ride for Ralph
Ride for Ralph 2026
Sunday 26 July 2026 | Park View | Lytham
Ride for Ralph is a one-day cycling event bringing people together to ride, fundraise and create real impact for young people through sport and creativity.
Starting and finishing at Park View 4U, Lytham, riders can choose from three supported routes
20, 40 or 60 miles
making this an accessible challenge for a wide range of abilities.
Ride for Ralph is about community, purpose and showing up.
Choose Your Distance
20 miles – ideal for beginners and social riders
40 miles – a solid challenge with support throughout
60 miles – for confident riders looking to push themselves
All routes are fully planned with clear signage, water stops, and support on the day
GPX Routes available 1 week prior.
Why Ride For Ralph?
Ride for Ralph is about doing something brilliant
for yourself, and for others.
It’s a chance to move, challenge yourself, and spend a day in the fresh air, all while raising money for a cause that gives young people real opportunities to thrive.
Every rider helps fund creative, community-led projects that support young people through skateboarding, music, and the arts, the things Ralph cared about most.
You’ll be part of something meaningful, active, and fun,
with a medal at the finish line and impact that goes far beyond the ride.
Event Details
Start & Finish: Park View 4U, Lytham
Date: Sunday 26 July 2026
Registration: From 08:30am
Entry Fee: £20 per rider (This secures your place and covers event costs.)
All funds raised help Live Like Ralph create opportunities for young people through:
Skateboarding
Cycling
Music
Art, fashion & design
Creative community spaces
Every rider makes a difference, whether you’re riding for fun, for fitness, or for a cause close to your heart.
What’s Included
✔ Fully planned routes
✔ Water stops
✔ Event support team
✔ A great atmosphere and community spirit
How to Enter
Click Join Now, pay your £20 entry fee, and you’re in.
Once signed up, you’ll receive further event information and updates closer to the day.
Photographer Jac Brown captured the 2025 event beautifully
and we are pleased to share the event images below for you to download and share.
Simply click the button and view the
Jac Brown Filming and Photography Gallery by using the CODE 9771
Frequently Asked Questions
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Ride for Ralph is a one-day charity cycling event raising funds to create real opportunities for young people through sport, creativity and community projects supported by Live Like Ralph CIC.
Riders can choose from 20, 40 or 60 miles, all starting and finishing at Park View, Lytham.
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Sunday 26th July 2026
Registration is From 08:30am route maps and rider information will be emailed to all participants closer to the event.
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All routes start and finish at Park View, Lytham.
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£20 entry fee per rider, paid at sign-up.
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No.
Entry fees are non-refundable, including if you are unable to attend after registering.
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You can choose one of the following routes:
20 miles
40 miles
60 miles
Routes are fully planned with signage, GPX files and water stops.
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Yes, you choose your distance and changes can be made even on the day event, we just request that you stick to the planned routes and inform the organisers if you are not able to complete.
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No minimum fundraising target is required for this event, but riders are encouraged to fundraise where possible.
Every pound raised helps fund skateboarding sessions, creative projects, equipment, music, cycling initiatives and youth spaces.
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No.
This is an inclusive, supportive event and suitable for a wide range of abilities.
Riders will be encouraged to ride at a pace that feels comfortable for them.
Please note that the 60 mile route is suited to experienced cyclists. -
Yes.
There will be:
Planned water stops
Route support
Marshals and volunteers at key points
Full details will be shared ahead of the event.
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The ride will go ahead in most weather conditions.
Riders should dress appropriately for UK summer weather.
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The event will only be cancelled in very extreme weather conditions where safety is compromised.
If this happens, all participants will be notified by email as soon as possible.
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Yes.
By signing up and attending, you agree that photos and videos may be taken and used by Live Like Ralph CIC for promotional and marketing purposes.
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This is a community charity ride, not a closed-road race.
Riders are responsible for:
Ensuring their bike is road-worthy
Their own safety
Following the Highway Code at all times
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Simply click Join Now, pay your entry fee, and complete the sign-up form.