It is still possible to take part in the first British Cyclosportive. CLIC Sargent, the UK’s leading children’s cancer charity, has a limited number of places up for grabs.

The British Cyclosportive, which takes place on 1 July 2007, is a 120 mile route from Greenwich Park, London to Rheims Way, Canterbury. It is a very similar route to that followed by Stage 1 of the 2007 Tour de France.

CLIC Sargent places for the British Cyclosportive are limited and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis. For more information or to register, call Beverley Mackenzie at CLIC Sargent on 0845 124 1188 or email challenges@clicsargent.org.uk
In return for a CLIC Sargent place, cyclists need to pay a non-returnable registration fee of £40 and pledge to raise a minimum sponsorship of £100 for the charity.

Every day in the UK, 10 children and young people are diagnosed with cancer or leukaemia. CLIC Sargent provides support for them and their families, both in the hospital and at home. For further information about the charity or the services it provides, log onto www.clicsargent.org.uk

Unable to get a ride in the UK’s version of the Etape du Tour? Sports Tours International still has a number of places in the event available on a first-come, first served basis. These places range from entry-only at £99 per person, to a full support package, including accommodation, full transfers and a unique souvenir race jersey.

Following the route of Stage One of the 2007 Tour de France from London to Canterbury, the riders will experience the thrill of riding a stage of the Tour, and then, a week later, will be able to watch the pros as they tackle the same route.

To book your place on the UK Cyclosportive, simply send an empty email to rcuk@sportstoursinternational.co.uk
with subject ‘sportive’ to receive an entry form, or call the Booking Hotline on 0870 350 1106 to check availability and make a booking.