RAFA Rides is the RAF Association’s global cycling event that connects thousands of riders across the world through a shared purpose and passion.

RAFA Rides is the RAF Association’s global cycling event that connects thousands of riders across the world through a shared purpose and passion.

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Gear up for RAFA Rides 2026, the ultimate global cycling challenge that unites thousands of riders around the world for an unforgettable season of cycling, fitness, and fun.

Gear up for RAFA Rides 2026, the ultimate global cycling challenge that unites thousands of riders around the world for an unforgettable season of cycling, fitness, and fun.

RAFA Rides is more than a cycling event – it’s your chance to boost wellbeing, connect with others, and enjoy the benefits of staying healthy and active.

This year, we’re returning to four iconic locations – RAF Marham, Kendrew Barracks (formerly RAF Cottesmore), RAF Brize Norton and RAF Leeming.

Ready to be part of something extraordinary? Sign up today and join our global cycling community.

RAFA Rides is more than a cycling event – it’s your chance to boost wellbeing, connect with others, and enjoy the benefits of staying healthy and active.

This year, we’re returning to four iconic locations – RAF Marham, Kendrew Barracks (formerly RAF Cottesmore), RAF Brize Norton and RAF Leeming.

Ready to be part of something extraordinary? Sign up today and join our global cycling community.

RAFA Rides

Marham

Saturday 6 June 2026

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RAFA Rides

Kendrew
Barracks

Saturday 13 June 2026

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Brize
Norton

Saturday 20 June 2026

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Leeming

Saturday 27 June 2026

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RAFA Rides

Your way

June
2026

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What is RAFA Rides?

RAFA Rides is more than a cycling event, it’s a journey of purpose. Every pedal stroke brings us closer to supporting the RAF community and making a real difference in people’s lives. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, RAFA Rides gives you the chance to challenge yourself, celebrate community, and ride for something bigger than yourself.

For some riders, taking part is a way honouring those who have gone before them. For others, it is about investing in their own health and fitness and increasing their self-esteem.

What will your reason be?

Your Challenge, your Impact

RAFA Rides 2026 is your chance to take on an unforgettable challenge and be part of something extraordinary. This year, you can join one of four incredible live events or create your own adventure with RAFA Rides Your Way.

This year, we’re riding together at RAF Marham on Saturday 6 June, followed by Kendrew Barracks on 13 June, RAF Brize Norton on 20 June, and RAF Leeming on 27 June. Each RAFA Rides event is a unique opportunity to push your limits, experience the RAF’s most iconic locations, and celebrate the power of community, all while riding for a cause that truly matters.

Prefer flexibility? RAFA Rides Your Way runs throughout June 2026, giving individuals and teams the freedom to ride anywhere in the world, at any distance, on any date. Wherever you choose to ride, you’ll be part of a global movement united by purpose, wellbeing, and community.

A RAFA Rides participant on his bike and smiling.

RAFA Rides 2026 – FAQ’s

When completing the registration form, you can input your team’s name. This will allow your team to have the same start time if you are riding the same distance. If you require a team name adding to your registration form, please email [email protected] as soon as possible.

RAFA Rides Marham – No, there will be no opportunity to register on the day of the event due to safety and security reasons as stated by RAF Police.

RAFA Rides Kendrew – Yes, you will be able to register to take part on the day. You will need to bring your passport or MOD90 ID with you if you wish to take part.

RAFA Rides Brize Norton – Yes, you will be able to register to take part on the day. You will need to bring your passport or MOD90 ID with you if you wish to take part.

RAFA Rides Leeming – No, there will be no opportunity to register on the day of the event due to safety and security reasons as stated by RAF Police.

RAFA Rides Your way – Participants can sign up to take part in RAFA Rides Your way anytime between Monday 1 June – Tuesday 30 June.

Yes, please see below for the registration deadlines for each event:

RAFA Rides (All locations) – One week before the event.

RAFA Rides Your way – Tuesday 30 June.

RAFA Rides (All locations) – Yes, you can cycle at 14+ years, but you will need a parent/guardian to complete a permission form. A parent/guardian will need to ride with any U18s on the day of the event.

Yes, you can change your mileage up to 48 hours before the event by emailing [email protected] with the updated route mileage you would like to ride.

If you would like to change your route mileage on the day of your event, please approach event registration.

Yes, everyone who signs-up to take part in RAFA Rides 2026 will receive a cycling jersey – your jersey will be posted to the address you registered with and will be mailed out from Monday 4 May.

To ensure your jersey arrives in time for your event, we recommend registering early to give plenty of time for delivery. If you register late, we cannot guarantee your jersey will be delivered in time for your event, nor the availability of your size.

When completing the event registration form, please check the size guide carefully before ordering as our jerseys are designed to have a close, race performance fit. This means they may feel tighter than a standard or casual cycling jersey.

Jerseys are produced in limited quantities, and while we completely understand that sizing can be tricky, we cannot guarantee a swap if your jersey does not fit. We will have a limited stock of jerseys available at each of the main events. If your jersey does not fit, you are welcome to visit the event merchandise stand on the day and request a swap for an alternative size if one is available. To avoid disappointment, we strongly recommend:

  • Reviewing the size guide in detail before ordering
  • Considering sizing up if you prefer a looser fit

For those that have signed up for RAFA Rides Your Way only, if your jersey does not fit and you would like an exchange, please email [email protected]. Please note, sizes are limited and we cannot guarantee your required size will be available.

RAFA Rides (All locations) – Yes, please bring your passport, driving licence or MOD90 ID card. Please ensure the name provided on registration, matches the name on your ID.

Your start time will be sent to your registered email address closer to your event date.

Yes, there will be feed stations with refreshments available. Details regarding feed stations will be detailed in your rider's guide, which will be sent to your registered email address closer to your event date. 

RAFA Rides (All events) – Yes, information regarding parking will be in the rider’s guide, which will be circulated closer to the date of your event.

RAFA Rides (All locations) – Our project team is currently working on confirming who will be able to attend/spectate on the day at our RAFA Rides events. We will update this page as soon as this is confirmed.

RAFA Rides Marham – No, unfortunately pets will not be allowed at the event.

RAFA Rides Kendrew – No, unfortunately pets will not be allowed at the event.

RAFA Rides Brize Norton – Yes, we would love to see your furry friends!

RAFA Rides Leeming – No, unfortunately pets will not be allowed at the event.

Please contact us by emailing [email protected] or by calling us on 0800 018 2361.

Fundraising is not a requirement, however, every pound raised by our wonderful fundraisers helps transform lives across the RAF community providing emotional support, practical assistance, and a lifeline when it matters most. Your effort doesn’t just fund services, it changes lives.

And in 2026, we’re aiming even higher. RAFA Rides is in its eighth year and has already raised nearly £767,000. With your help, we can hit our next milestone: £1,000,000.

Start your fundraising today by visiting our RAFA Rides JustGiving campaign page.

Photos from each of our RAFA Rides events will be available first on our RAFA Rides Facebook Community group.

We will also be sharing pictures and videos from all our events across our social media channels – make sure to follow us and keep an eye out to see if you’ve been featured!

If you do not wish to be included in any photos or video, or do not want to give your consent for your image to appear in any marketing materials, please make your wishes known to us when you visit registration at your chosen event.

You can contact the RAF Association at any point and ask us not to use the image(s) for new purposes and we will take all reasonable steps to remove them from our owned channels, however we do not have any control over third party publications. If you ask us not to use the image(s) or words in future we will comply with your request, but we cannot guarantee this for third party channels.

Please note, we cannot guarantee that every rider will be captured in photos taken at RAFA Rides events.

Yes, medical support will be available at all events.

If you’re unable to finish your event, there will be sweep vehicles available on the day to take you to the finish line so you can enjoy the rest of your day.

If you have signed up to take park in any of our RAFA Rides events, including Your Way, you will receive an exclusive RAFA Rides 2026 medal. For those that have signed up to a RAFA Rides event, you will receive your medal at the finish line. For Your Way riders, your medal will be sent to you from July onwards.

To change your estimated MPH, please email [email protected], at least 2 weeks before your event date so your start time can be finalised based on your new average.

If you would like to change your event venue, please email [email protected] at least 2 weeks before the event’s start date.

To cancel your registration, please email [email protected].