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Long Distance (18,000 kms) Bike Ride

Long Distance (18,000 kms) Bike Ride

Latest 23 September 2025

I'm over the half way point!!

Hi all, I may just be the slowest cyclist on the planet, but I’ve finally passed the halfway mark—approaching 10,000 km pedalled! 🚴‍♀️✨ Right now I’m cycling through Bosnia and …

About this campaign

Join me on my inspiring journey to cycle 18,000km around British and European coasts to raise crucial funds for refugees. I'm Claire Roberts, a social worker from Penmaenmawr, Wales, and I'll be living on just £7 a day—the same amount asylum-seekers in the UK receive—to highlight the daily challenges faced by refugees.
My adventure will lead me to the Kara Tepe refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesvos, a place I've previously volunteered during the European migrant crisis.

Along the way, I'll be camping and relying on the kindness of strangers, with any savings going directly to charities supporting refugees and displaced individuals.
The global refugee crisis has reached unprecedented levels, with 110 million people forcibly displaced due to conflicts and crises worldwide, according to the UN refugee agency. I aim to raise awareness and funds to support those in need.

I'll set off on June 1st, navigating coastal routes that echo the perilous journeys many refugees undertake by sea. Support my mission by donating to Choose Love, a charity dedicated to providing essential aid to refugees. Your generosity will directly impact the lives of those fleeing conflict and hardship.
Join me as I pedal for hope and solidarity—every mile counts towards a better future for refugees around the world. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.

Recent supporters

Sarah F

5 days, 13 hours ago

Such an intrepid adventure and on a minute budget. May the wind carry you onwards Claire.x

£25

Colleen H

4 weeks, 1 day ago

Claire, you inspire so many. Thank you ! Xxxoo. Hope to see you someday !

$75

Ewa S

1 month, 1 week ago

Keep pushing that pedal. Small train goes far. Even on gravel! And every pound or dollar in gets you closer to the objective. Great initiative Claire.

$75