Pedal to Paris 2026 - 30th Anniversary
James Thorburn Brunning
My Story
I'm taking on Pedal to Paris Challenge and it's a big one.
2026 marks the 30th Anniversary of this iconic ride from London to Paris. I'll be joining hundreds of others to cycle nearly 300 miles over four days, finishing in extraordinary style with a ride up the Champs-Élysées and a moment of victory at the Arc de Triomphe on fully closed roads, just like the Tour de France.
I'm doing this to raise vital funds for the Royal British Legion, who have been there for the Armed Forces community for over 100 years, through world wars, national emergencies, and personal crises.
Today, their support is needed more than ever!
From helping a veteran find a warm, safe place to sleep, to providing mobility aids for an injured service person, or funding expert advice for families navigating the cost of living crisis.
As a former Soldier in the 1st Battalion Royal Anglian Regiment, who has served two Tours in Afghanistan, I personally know how important it is for Charities like the RBL to raise money to help those affected. I am very proud to have the opportunity to take part in the Pedal to Paris 2026 challenge.
Please donate what you can no matter how big or small, to help ensure those who have served and sacrificed are never left to struggle alone.
I will be covering the costs of money needed to support my time during the Pedal to Paris, so that every penny you donate goes to the RBL to help those in need.
You can follow my progress in the link below or find me on YouTube by searching @VeteranLifeAdventures.
https://www.youtube.com/@VeteranLifeAdventures
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Target
£2,150
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Raised so far
£1,703
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Number of donors
72
My Story
I'm taking on Pedal to Paris Challenge and it's a big one.
2026 marks the 30th Anniversary of this iconic ride from London to Paris. I'll be joining hundreds of others to cycle nearly 300 miles over four days, finishing in extraordinary style with a ride up the Champs-Élysées and a moment of victory at the Arc de Triomphe on fully closed roads, just like the Tour de France.
I'm doing this to raise vital funds for the Royal British Legion, who have been there for the Armed Forces community for over 100 years, through world wars, national emergencies, and personal crises.
Today, their support is needed more than ever!
From helping a veteran find a warm, safe place to sleep, to providing mobility aids for an injured service person, or funding expert advice for families navigating the cost of living crisis.
As a former Soldier in the 1st Battalion Royal Anglian Regiment, who has served two Tours in Afghanistan, I personally know how important it is for Charities like the RBL to raise money to help those affected. I am very proud to have the opportunity to take part in the Pedal to Paris 2026 challenge.
Please donate what you can no matter how big or small, to help ensure those who have served and sacrificed are never left to struggle alone.
I will be covering the costs of money needed to support my time during the Pedal to Paris, so that every penny you donate goes to the RBL to help those in need.
You can follow my progress in the link below or find me on YouTube by searching @VeteranLifeAdventures.
https://www.youtube.com/@VeteranLifeAdventures
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