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SURREY CHURCHES RIDE & STRIDE

  • Writer: Katherine Murray
    Katherine Murray
  • Aug 27
  • 2 min read

Updated: Sep 4


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The Ride & Stride

September 13th, 2025


Most counties in England hold an annual 'Ride & Stride', on the second Saturday in September to raise money for church restoration and repair. The idea is that cyclists and walkers are given a list of churches and chapels in the area of their choice.   They map out their own route to pedal or walk to places of Christian worship, having arranged to be sponsored by friends for a fixed sum or donation per church visited.


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The money that is collected is divided in two.   Half goes to the church or chapel of the cyclist's or walker's choice, the other half is retained by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust for distribution to churches in need.  The Trust looks more favourably on applications from supporters of the Ride & Stride event.


In the twenty-five years that Ride & Stride has been running in Surrey, over £500,000 has been raised.


Surrey Churches Preservation Trust, whose trustees are from most Christian denominations, runs the annual event in Surrey, supported by a dozen or so Area Organisers. These organisers give support to Church Organisers, providing the paperwork and any guidance they need for preserving our precious heritage.


Ride & Stride is a fun way to spend time on a pleasant Saturday in September while getting to know some Surrey places of Christian worship and raising funds for this worthy cause.   Why not make up a group and join in this year!   Here is a suggested routes around Redhill and Reigate it includes at least 10 churches, can you find more along the way??  


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It is open or everyone to take part whether you are a church-goer or not. Its a great way to explore your local area! You can also find a full list of participating churches and chapels on on the Trusts website if you feel like going further afield!


Further information about St John's planned involvement this year along with sponsorship forms can be found in the fundraising section of our website. If you would like to join us then respond to the event on the website or Facebook or add your name to the sign up sheet at the back of church.


Supporters who prefer not to 'ride or stride', please consider sponsoring participants involved in this important fundraising event.  You could also offer to welcome and sign in participants when they arrive at the church as part of the event.



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