River’s reason to ride

On Sunday 11 October, River joined hundreds of cyclists on Dartmoor for St Luke’s Tour de Moor 2026, taking on the challenge in support of local hospice care.

A keen cyclist, River had a particularly personal reason for getting involved.

He wanted to remember his grandad and raise awareness of MND, a condition that affects the brain and nerves.

River also shared that he is autistic and that social situations and communication can sometimes be challenging, particularly in busy environments.

But his enthusiasm for cycling and his determination to take on a new challenge encouraged him to sign up.

“I wanted to do this event because I love cycling and enjoy a challenge, even though it can sometimes be a stressful situation,” River explained.

“I also want to raise awareness for MND and remember my grandad.”

The photographs River has shared tell another part of his story, capturing him with his bike at Tour de Moor alongside a treasured photograph of his grandad cycling years earlier.

By taking part, River has not only honoured someone special to him but also helped support St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth, whose specialist teams care for local people living with terminal illnesses and their families.

We’re so pleased River joined us for this year’s challenge, and grateful that he chose to share his story.

Thank you, River, for being part of Tour de Moor 2026.

So far, River has raised an amazing £300. You can support River’s fundraising here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/river-bliss-1