The stabilisers are off, Dad and I are cycling 350 miles for the incredible charity that is; Dreams Come True. Please donate generously and refrain from asking us how sore our backsides are.

Dreams Come True

Dreams Come True is a national charity with a mission to enrich the lives of children with a disability, serious illness or life-limiting condition by making their dreams come true.

It is the only UK wish granting charity that supports children living in the highest areas of deprivation.

Whether it’s a specially adapted trike for a child with cerebral palsy or a tablet to help an autistic teenager develop their communication skills, each dream brings moments of magic and has a lasting impact for years to come.

The #DreamTeam

Riding from the vineyards of Bordeaux to the vibrant Basque city of Bilbao, The Atlantic Velodyssey is a truly unforgettable cycling journey. Following the world-famous Velodyssey route, riders will pedal through vast pine forests, rolling sand dunes and along the stunning Atlantic coastline, with overnight stops in the elegant seaside town of Biarritz and the lakeside resort of Biscarrosse.

The route then gently rises into the foothills of the Pyrenees, taking in the scenic Col of Jaizkabel before rejoining the coast and the beautiful San Sebastián. Leaving France behind and crossing into Spain, the final days trace the dramatic Basque shoreline before finishing in cosmopolitan Bilbao on the Bay of Biscay.

Every mile ridden and every pound raised will help Dreams Come True create life-changing experiences for children with serious or life-limiting conditions, living in the highest areas of deprivation in the UK.

Challenge details

Dates: 2 - 5 September 2026

Duration: 4-day ride

Distance: 350miles / 565km

Climbing: 3500m elevation over the course of the route.

Route: Start Bordeaux - End Bilbao