Budapest to Zagreb
Last year, Budapest to Zagreb raised 57,893.54 to help fund breast cancer research Breast Cancer Now UK s largest breast cancer charity Focus on research at over 29 universities and research centres Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in the UK 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed in their lifetime Around 11,500 women and 80 men die of the disease, every year We believe that if we all act now, by 2050, everyone who develops breast cancer will live.
270 miles Four days cycling Day each in Zagreb and Budapest Throughout the route you will have the chance to soak up the stunning scenery and changing landscape as you pass through each country. You ll make use of Europe s fantastic cycle paths, winding your way through towns and villages, soaking up the culture as you go. You ll finish at the foot of St Mark s church overlooking Zagreb. Here you will have your moment to lift your bike above your head and celebrate your achievement. A typical day cycling 6am - Wake up for breakfast 7am - Set off Five sections throughout the day Two morning breaks, lunch and one afternoon break to refuel Take on a variety of terrain, from challenging up hill and exhilarating downward stretches to long flat stints Split into ability groups and supported by guides throughout 6pm - Arrive at destination
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Fundraising and costs Reaching your target Registration fee: 225 Travel and accomodation deposts Minimum fundraising: 1,950 50% covers trip costs, fundraising materials, marketing, incentives, staff travel and staff time 50% goes towards furthering Breast Cancer Now s work To help you keep on track of your fundraising we have 3 incentives and deadlines for you to follow: 1. If you reach 25% of the target by January you will be entered into a draw to win a Team Now sweatshirt. 2. 12 weeks before the trip you will need to have raised 975. 3. Four weeks before the trip you will need to have raised 1,950. Fundraising Friends and family donations Street collections Your own organised fundraising events: Quiz, raffle, bake sale, Ebay sale, meal, shave/wax Campus support You have a huge amount of support to ensure you reach your fundraising target and have the best possible time doing so. At your campus you have an incredible RAG committee who have a huge amount of fundraising resources on campus and knowledge of what works well at your university. Additionally, you have a dedicated team leader, there to support you and your team throughout the year. They ll be organising team fundraising activities and socials to ensure you know the other amazing participants taking on the challenge with you. You will then have four weeks to prepare your kit and ensure you ve completed all your training!
What s included? Training and guides Included Ferry, Eurostar and coach transfer All accommodation during the trip All meals on ride and snacks Bike hire - hybrid or road bike Guides, mechanics, medical staff, baggage & bike transfer You will need to train for this challenge. Shortly after registration you will receive a training guide from Classic Challenge and have access to Breast Cancer Now s training videos. All are designed specifically for student, to perfectly prepare you for the 230 mile cycle. The earlier you start, the easier it will be! Not included Travel Insurance Kit inc. helmet (essential) Spare inner tubes Spending money for Paris Your guides are there to support you throughout the cycle and ensure you have the best time possible. You will be split into ability groups and supported by at least two guides at all times to ensure you follow the route and cycle safely. They become the heart and soul of the challenge and keep everyone entertained and ready to take
Registration Registrations are open now, so book your place at breastcancernow.org/studentchallenge You ll receive A welcome call from the team A link to our Facebook group An ivitation to the welcome meeting Our Student Fundraising Guide Access to bespoke fundraising how-toguides and recourses hub A Breast Cancer Now T-shirt The opportunity to take part in nation-wide street collections Regular calls and emails from the team Budapest to Zagreb is open to all, so tell your friends and family about the challenge and get them to join you on the ride! They just need to follow the link and sign up, and they ll receive the same support from us.
Why cycle for Breast Cancer Now? Once in a life-time experience We re experienced in running the UK s biggest student cycles Meet people from all over the country Challenge yourself personally and physically Make next summer incredible! Everything exceeded expectations Absolutely amazing trip, genuinely loved every second of it
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