Even the longest ride starts with a single turn of the pedal…
This site has been set up in loving memory of Paul Hickson, a loving husband, son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and dear friend to so many people.
Tour de Paul is a charity bike ride in aid of the Tîm Achub A Chwilio De Eryri, South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team (SSSART), of which Paul was a key member.
Riding through the key locations of his life from London to Bala, we hope to honour his work and raise awareness and money to support the vital work of the SSSART.
Who was Paul Hickson?
Paul was an integral part of the South Snowdonia Search and Rescue Team (SSSART), serving as Deputy Leader until he sadly passed away in July 2023 after a brief illness. His passing is an enormous loss to the SSSART and we will cherish the memories we have of him and forever keep him in our hearts.
Paul touched many lives and a few more people are walking around today thanks, in part, to his involvement with the SSSART. A dynamic and friendly presence, Paul was instrumental in the development of training new recruits, overseeing the team’s equipment and kit, and representing the team at national meetings and beyond.
Who is the SSSART?
Tîm Achub A Chwilio De Eryri, South Snowdonia Search & Rescue Team (SSSART), operates in the South of Snowdonia National Park in North West Wales.
The team provide vital support to North Wales Police in the event of a mountain emergency and are called upon to help locate missing or vulnerable people in lowland and built-up areas.
How Can I Help?
Send a Donation
The SSSRT relies on donations from the public to carry out their life-saving work. All donations will go directly to the SSSART so please give generously.
Giving online has never been more secure, convenient or hassle-free.
Join the Pauloton
We are looking for as many cyclists (and cheerleaders!) as possible to join us on our London-Bala 2024 Tour. You don’t have to ride all of the way, even a few hours in the saddle with us would be great.
Sign up below!
The Details
More details to follow, but these are the agreed dates for the TdP.
| Date | Stage | Distance | Route |
| Tuesday 28th May 2024 | 1 | 46 Miles | Hearn Hill Velodrome – Tring (via King’s College Hospital & The Emirates Stadium) |
| Wednesday 29th May 2024 | 2 | 53 Miles | Tring – Daventry |
| Thursday 30th May 2024 | 3 | 50 Miles | Daventry – Tiptop |
| Friday 31st May 2024 | 4 | 43 Miles | Tipton – Shrewsbury |
| Saturday 1st June 2024 | 5 | 45 Miles | Shrewsbury – Bala |
Latest Tour Updates
- BBC SOS: Extreme Rescueshttps://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001v278 BBC SOS: Extreme Rescues started this week on BBC 1 Wales, BBC 2 in other areas and on iplayer. The amazing team from SSSART feature in these ones !
- Merry ChristmasThe final update of 2023.So far we have raised £1,835, which is fantastic, and a great start. So if you haven’t donated yet please visit https://www.justgiving.com/page/tourdepaul We have a number of people who have committed to the tour, either the full route or a stage (or two). If you want to join us please let… Read more: Merry Christmas
- First Training RunJust checking in with everyone to see how the training is going. Went out for a training run on my new bike this afternoon…would have been 6 miles if I had remembered to start the Garmin app at the right time (lesson #1), and had the obligatory ‘oh fuck, unclipped the wrong shoe from the… Read more: First Training Run