Riders are invited to participate in a charity cycling event this June.
Hospitality Action’s Summer Cycle Challenge returns on Monday, June 22, offering participants a chance to ride through the picturesque Hampshire countryside while raising funds for a good cause.
The event is generously hosted by Lainston House, part of the Exclusive Collection.
Riders will have three route options to choose from: 40 miles, 69 miles, or 103 miles.
Each route begins and ends at Lainston House and includes premium pit stops at renowned venues such as The PIG in the New Forest and Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa.
Steve Lewis, general manager at Lainston House and host of this year’s challenge, said: “Riders can expect a very well-organised cycling experience, with three route distances to suit all abilities.
“They’ll receive excellent support at Lainston House before and after the ride, as well as from partners providing premium nutrition, tech, kit and equipment.
“Each route also takes in Hampshire hospitality venues offering much-needed sustenance along the way.
“At its heart, this is a community-based ride bringing colleagues and friends from across the hospitality industry together to cycle through the countryside for a fantastic cause.”
The day concludes with a finish-line feast at Lainston House, featuring a barbecue, Taittinger champagne and signature cocktails.
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Cyclists at the Summer Cycle Challenge 2025. (Image: HoganT)
The event is limited to 150 participants and early registration is essential.
Cyclists can enter individually or as part of a team for a day of networking, team building and industry camaraderie.
Funds raised will support Hospitality Action, a charity that assists hospitality workers facing poverty, homelessness and mental health difficulties.
In 2025, the charity awarded £1.05 million in grants, helped unlock more than £500,000 in unclaimed benefits and supported hundreds of hospitality families with housing and debt assistance.
Cyclists can register for the event or make a donation by visiting uk.emma-live.com/scc26.
The event not only offers a physical challenge but also aims to build community spirit among hospitality professionals.
It provides a unique opportunity to network and bond in a relaxed, scenic setting while supporting colleagues in need.
The Summer Cycle Challenge combines philanthropy, wellness and celebration in a day designed to give back to the industry that gives so much to others.