Three Counties Cycle Ride 2026 returns to Bracknell this June

Cyclists of all ages and abilities are being encouraged to sign up for the 43rd Three Counties Cycle Ride this June, with routes through Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire helping raise money for good causes.

Hundreds of cyclists will take part in the annual Three Counties Cycle Ride on Sunday 7 June 2026, as organisers finalise preparations for the long-running charity event.

Now in its 43rd year, the charity bike ride gives cyclists the choice of 15, 34 and 52-mile routes through the Berkshire countryside, with parts of the courses extending into Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

Cyclists of all ages and abilities will start and finish at Garth Hill College, while organisers have already put marshals, drink stations and route signage in place ahead of the event.

Since launching in 1983, the Three Counties Cycle Ride has generated well over £1 million for local charities and community causes, with more than 200 cyclists already signing up for this year’s event.

Amanda, Community Champion at Tesco North and one of the event’s supporters, praised the ride after taking part last year while fundraising for the British Heart Foundation.

She said: “It was a great day. Thanks to all the people involved in organising the ride. This year, I cycled for British Heart Foundation and with the help of my supporters raised over £2,000.”

The Ride Angels team from Bia Cycling Club will once again ride all three routes to support cyclists throughout the day.

Adults can register online in advance for £20 or pay £25 on the day, while accompanied under-18s can take part for £1.

Organisers also encourage non-riders to volunteer as marshals or registration helpers, with donations going to their chosen charities.

Bracknell Cycle Festival returns after the ride

After completing the ride, cyclists and supporters can head to the Bracknell Cycle Festival in Bond Square next to The Lexicon.

Avanti Cycling is organising the free festival in partnership with Trek Bicycle Bracknell and Bracknell Forest Council. The event will run from 11am to 4pm and include BMX stunt displays, obstacle courses, cycling stalls and family-friendly activities.

Visitors can also meet teams from Thames Valley Police and Thames Valley Air Ambulance, while organisers will donate profits from this year’s ride to the air ambulance charity.

How to register for the Three Counties Cycle Ride

People can register and find more information through the 3CCR official website, while the Bracknell Cycle Festival website includes festival details.

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