Help for Heroes Challenges - New Forest Bike Ride 2011

The Help for Heroes New Forest Bike Ride 2011

Here at H4H, we are constantly reminded of the strength and determination of our wounded Heroes; they demonstrate true courage, spirit and humour in the face of extreme hardship. They are truly inspiring and we think they deserve the best, which is why we are so excited to introduce our New Forest Bike Ride for 2011. We hope that our wounded Heroes will inspire you to take on your own challenge by getting involved, to do something for yourself and also raise money to give something back to these incredible young men and women.

Designated a National Park in 2005, the New Forest has long been a beautiful landscape of rolling heath land dotted with heather and gorse. Ancient woodland of oak, beech and silver birch contrasts with pockets of evergreen enclosures, and our challenging day's cycle takes in the varied landscapes of this historic and beautiful region. We pass through many picturesque villages, with typical thatched cottages and village greens, as well as a short section along the south coast. A shorter route gives those who do not feel able to complete the full challenge the opportunity to take part and fundraise.

At the start of our ride we will head out through beautiful typical New Forest scenery, over rolling open heath land and through large enclosures dense with fir trees. We cycle up the scenic Ornamental Drive, one of the most beautiful areas in the New Forest, which is well worth the climb!

Heading west, our route takes us through quiet villages strung out along the floodplains of the River Avon. The northernmost part of the New Forest is the highest, and the halfway point is marked with our steepest climb yet, taking us onto the heath land around Fritham. Heading south now, the terrain becomes flatter as we pass through the area's capital town of Lyndhurst.

The final section sees more rolling hills, as we pass through Beaulieu, famous for its Abbey and Motor Museum, and the old shipyard of Buckler's Hard. We then cycle to the south coast, where we will enjoy great views of the Isle of Wight and, if it’s clear, Hurst Castle jutting out into the Solent. We then loop back inland, a gradual uphill ride as we cross the beautiful Beaulieu Heath. A lovely stretch of rolling heath land and woodland brings us back to Brockenhurst, with some welcome downhill relief to our finish point.

Those who do not feel able to complete the longer route can do a shorter circuit, peeling off after the Ornamental Drive and taking a gradual climb to one of the highest areas of the Forest, before turning into Lyndhurst and returning via Beaulieu to Brockenhurst.

Itinerary

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The Help for Heroes New Forest Bike Ride 2011 Itinerary . . .

Meet early morning at starting point just outside Brockenhurst.
Cycle through forest and up Ornamental Drive.
Head west alongside the River Avon.
Reach the northernmost part of the Forest and on to the heath land around Fritham.
Head south and pass through Lyndhurst.
Pass through Beaulieu and the old shipyard of Buckler's Hard.
Cycle to the south coast for views of the Isle of Wight and Hurst Castle.
Loop back inland and cross Beaulieu Heath.
Return to Brockenhurst to the finishing point.
NB: Shorter circuit separates from the main ride after Ornamental Drive and travels through the forest to Lyndhurst, returning via Beaulieu to Brockenhurst.

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	Help For Heroes called for the people of Great Britain to help us raise money for our blokes and boy, have you stepped up to the challenge! All over the country, people are taking part in H4H Challenges, baking cakes, shaving heads, parachuting, walking, hiking, cycling and much much more to raise money for our wounded boys and girls. Don't feel you have to take on a difficult challenge or lay on a massive event; every event is special to us and each and every contribution is valued the same way. To all those that have done events, we would just like to say a HUGE thank you and for those that are about to do your bit, good luck with whatever you have planned!		Other Challenges to Inspire You Join one of our incredible H4H Challenges in 2011!
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The New Forest Bike Ride 2011 Challenge Details . . .

Dates:	15th May 2011

Registration fee:	£30

Fundraising Target:	As much as possible!

Help for Heroes challenges are unique; there's something extra special about knowing you're doing your bit for others while taking an incredible step for yourself. They are tough, but previous trekkers have reported a real sense of 'banding together' on our challenges - the support that our participants give each other is amazing.

Others have reported making true friends for life and feeling that their whole life has changed for the better. Our fundraising targets are a minimum, however many people find that they far surpass what they hoped to raise. Support our wounded Service personnel, sign up to a incredible experience in 2011!

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Corporate Supporters and Teams . . .

H4H Challenges are team-building exercises with a difference! As well as a chance to share your support for our wounded boys and girls, they offer your employees an opportunity to bond and enjoy a life-changing experience together as a team. Whether or not your employees wish to join a challenge, we also offer sponsorship opportunities on all of our H4H events. If you would like to sign up a Corporate Team or become a Corporate Supporter for The Help for Heroes New Forest Bike Ride 2011, please contact: .