Hi Mark,

That was the problem we found too, the price of the hotel. Paris is notoriously expensive so I'm not sure if my boyf will stay or head home on a late coach.

How's your training going?

Jo

Not long now!!

I'd love to know how they manage to find a route from Crystal Palace to Dover that takes 95 miles. There must be some interesting detours to keep us off the main roads.

Rob

Jo,
I did L-P a couple of weeks ago; the cycle computer clocked up 100 miles by the time we got to the hotel in Calais on day 1; so it's definitely 90-95 miles from London to Dover, with more cycling on the other side of the channel to the hotels.....it's a long day, but the whole experience is worth it! You'll enjoy it!
Sarah

Jo,

The majority of roads from London to Dover were small back roads, with a few A roads to contend with (not many though). Getting out of London, we were in a huge group of cyclists, so we just took over the road; safety in numbers!! So the main A roads getting out of London weren't too bad, just snuggle into a group and you'll be protected! :) Having said that though, we seemed to get out of London reasonably quickly; within 10 miles (if that) we were in the countryside and it didn't feel very London-esque at all!!

Hope this helps..any other qu's don't hesitate to get in touch :)

S

Hey All,

Great to see so many fellow challengees for the September London to Paris adventure!! Looking forward to meeting you all bright and early on the 8th September!!

I am becoming ever so nervous now about it...where has the time gone!?!? We will be in Paris before we know it...blimey!

I hope everyone is keeping well and feeling super duper :)