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2023
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The Great Property Bike Ride Hits Milestone of 500 Riders

London – May 16, 2023 – Keen cyclists from across the property industry have signed up in their hundreds to use pedal power to raise cash to help people living with cancer.

The Great Property Bike Ride has hit the milestone of 500 riders who have signed up to take part in the event at Sandown Park Racecourse, Surrey, on June 14 which aims to raise thousands of pounds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

There are now just 100 places left in the ride organised by global property advisor CBRE, and entries must be in by 5pm on May 26.

Ciaran Bird, Divisional President Advisory Services, CEO UK and Ireland at CBRE, said: “We are grateful for the support across our industry for this popular charity event. The Great Property Bike Ride has returned after a three-year hiatus due to Covid and we have new routes for all levels of ability. It will be a great day out for all, regardless of whether you’re a serious competitor or out for a social ride to raise money for a worthwhile cause.”

Entrants to the event have three routes to choose from; 40km for beginners, which takes in Sandown, Cobham, Bridge End, Effingham and Fetcham, as well as 70km and 122km routes for intermediate to advanced riders on undulating courses over the Surrey Hills with challenging climbs up the famous zig-zag road to the summit of Box Hill.

Emily Shelford, Head of Partnership Management at Macmillan, said: “We are incredibly grateful to CBRE and all of the 2023 riders for taking on this challenge in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

“The current cost of living crisis is pushing many people to cut back on essentials that could impact their health and recovery.​​ Public support is vital to us continuing to provide information and support to those struggling to make ends meet. We cannot wait to meet everyone taking part on the 14 June and enjoy a day out whilst making a difference to the lives of people living with and affected by cancer. Thank you!”

The Great Property Bike Ride has also attracted a dozen sponsors keen to support both the event and Macmillan.

Fiona Adams, Managing Shareholder at the London office and Co-Chair of the Global Corporate Practice at platinum sponsors Greenberg Traurig which has also entered a team of riders, said: “This ride is a considerable undertaking, and we are proud and delighted to give it our full support. The team at Greenberg Traurig, both competitors and supporters, are really looking forward to joining the hundreds of other participants for this exceptional event.”

Registration opens at 8am on the 14th, with the 122km ride starting at 9.30am. There is also an event village which opens from 12.30pm to 5pm with music, food and prize giving.

To sign-up, go to https://events.bizzabo.com/418253/page/2317879/register entry is £100 per rider which covers breakfast, pit-stops for the 70km and 122km routes, virtual medal, post event food, access to the event village and a rider jersey.