Are you taking on a solo challenge? If so, it can be safer (and more fun) to have friends or family meet you at points along the way. If that’s not possible, make sure there’s someone who knows your route and is waiting to meet you at the end.
As with all cycling you need to plan your route carefully and think about avoiding busy roads. This will not only make it safer but make it much more enjoyable for you.
If you’re not a regular cyclist you should read British Cycling’s top tips for cycle safety.
Are you leading or organising a cycle? If so, one of the most important things to do is a risk assessment. This will help you to anticipate and plan for anything that might go wrong. You can find advice about how to do a risk assessment at the Health and Safety Executive.
There’s also some useful information on organising your own event at the Institute of Fundraising.
You will also need to consider whether or not you need insurance. This might be insurance for yourself if you’re doing an overseas walk or public liability insurance if you’re holding a public event. For private events this may not be necessary.
Here is some great advice from British Cycling.
If you need advice about any of this, get in touch with our fundraising support team on 0300 1000 200 or by email at fundraising@macmillan.org.uk.
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