The Charity Events Team will formally register you a few weeks before the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool takes place using the email address you provided us with.
If any details have changed you must let the Events Team know as soon as possible.
Welcome to your Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool information site!
Here, you'll find everything you need to get a head start on the 2023 Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool. From event updates to fundraising advice, we have everything you need to fast-track your fundraising and to get you ready for a fantastic challenge.
Check back on a regular basis to see how things are progressing with the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool, or if you have any questions you can reach us by calling 0151 556 5566 or by emailing ccf-tr.fundraising@nhs.net.
We are delighted to once again welcome you to the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool!
The Clatterbridge Events Team will join you for a fantastic day together as we celebrate your incredible achievement.
The Charity has been a part of the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool for a number of years, and together we have helped to support patients at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre by funding projects including research in to life-saving cancer treatments. This incredible event will challenge you to cycle up to 100 miles throughout Merseyside and Cheshire, and will be one you'll want to do all over again next year.
2023 will be the 30th Anniversary of the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool and we are so excited to be one of the events' Charity Partners!
Your Charity Team will be at both the Chester and Liverpool finish sites, where we can cheer you on and celebrate with you as you cross the finish line. As well as this, you will be able to start the event alongside other members of Team Clatterbridge, so don't forget to order your Clatterbridge T-Shirt or Cycling Jersey from our online shop.
Keep reading to find out everything you need ahead of the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool.
Location
The following routes will begin at Chester Football Club (CH1 4LT):
- 25 Mile Chester to Liverpool
- 50 Mile Chester Challenge
The 25 Mile Liverpool to Chester and the 50 Mile Chester Challenge will also finish at Chester Football Club. All other routes will start at Queensway Tunnel (L1 6ER) and finish at Exchange Flags (L2 3YL).
Date
Sunday 2nd July 2023
Time
You will have an allocated time slot, which will depend on the route you have selected to complete. This time slot will be confirmed closer to the event via email. If any of your contact details have changed, please call the Events Team on 0151 556 566 to update your details, and so we can ensure that we send you the correct information before the event.
Are there any restrictions I should know about?
Covid-19
Since the Covid-19 restrictions have now been lifted, you are welcome to bring your family and friends with you to cheer you on.
Whilst there is no limit to how many people you can bring with you, please be sensible when thinking about who you’d like to bring with you.
You may still be required to wear a face covering or a face mask on-site. We will update you further once we receive this information from the Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool team.
Age Restrictions
25 mile routes:
Open to all ages, however children aged 9 years old and under must be on a tag-a-long or trailer and be accompanied by a legal parent or guardian, and be aged over 18 years old.
Children aged 10 years old and over can ride on their own bikes, however they must also be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and be aged over 18 years old.
50 Mile Chester Challenge:
Open to those aged over 18 years old only.
50 Mile Liverpool-Chester-Liverpool:
Open to all ages, however children aged 9 years old and under must be on a tag-a-long or trailer and be accompanied by a legal parent or guardian, and be aged over 18 years old.
Children aged 10 years old and over can ride their own bikes, however they must also be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and be aged over 18 years old.
100 Mile Challenge:
Open to those aged over 18 years old only.
Medical Restrictions
If you haven't already told us about a pre-existing medical condition and/or medication please contact the Events Team on 0151 556 5566 as soon as possible.
You may be required to provide a doctor's note to confirm you are able to take part.
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What should I wear?
- Bike Number
- Clatterbridge T-Shirt or Cycling Jersey
- Cycling Helmet (this must be worn throughout the event, and must be Snell, ANSI or CE approved.)
- Cycle shorts – padded – and Cycle shoes
Don't forget to also bring along a change of clothes and footwear for after the event and sunscreen and sunglasses in case of unexpected sun exposure.
Although it's not required, we do also suggest bringing a waterproof cycling jacket along too - because as we know, we can't rely on the Great British weather even in the Summer!
What time do I need to be there?
You will have an allocated time slot, which will depend on the route you have selected to complete. This time slot will be confirmed closer to the event via email.
If any of your contact details have changed, please call the Events Team on 0151 556 566 to update your details, and so we can ensure that we send you the correct information before the event.
Food and Drink
There are service stops throughout the event. We will update you as soon as possible with service area details.
Fundraising Questions
Thank you for your continued support of The Clatterbridge Cancer Charity. While we appreciate that it can be difficult to fundraise each year, that's why we keep it as low as we can despite the rising costs associated with Abseiling.
If you are struggling to fundraise take a look at the Fundraising Guide, or alternatively click on the Contact Us button to your left to get in touch.