BUBR is a movement dedicated to inspiring the Black community to lead active and healthier lives through cycling. Since launching in 2020, we have grown from a single ride into a registered charity (Charity Number 1208033), delivering over 40 wellness activations, engaging more than 10,000 participants, and driving social impact across the UK and Africa.
Our flagship event is the annual 17-mile bike ride across London, a vibrant celebration of unity, empowerment, and community. In 2025 BUBRAfrica, our annual fundraising trip will be heading to Cape Town in support of:
Bonga Cycling Academy – Supporting youth empowerment through sport and education.
Khaltsha Cycling Academy – Breaking barriers for women and girls through cycling, mentorship, and education.
We will also be extending our main ride to Manchester. Sign up to our newsletter, follow us on Instagram and join our Facebook group for all event information and community stories.
Research by Sport England shows that only 57 percent of Black people in the UK are considered active, a lower percentage than most other ethnic groups.
BUBR exists to:
BUBR is powered by an incredible team of volunteers who help make our rides and activations possible. Whether as a ride marshal, ground staff, or event supporter, volunteers are the backbone of our movement.
One volunteer shared:“It’s an honour to serve. I’m far from a pro, but BUBR really exposed me to the joys of cycling and the relationships I’ve built.”
As a registered charity, every donation helps us fund events, provide opportunities, and create impact across our community.
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The 2025 Black Unity Bike Ride London will take place on Saturday, 2nd August 2025.
The 2025 Black Unity Bike Ride Manchester will take place on Saturday, 17th August 2025.
You can secure your place via our booking pages, which go live on Tuesday, 2nd April 2025.
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The ride sets off from Leyton Sports Ground (485 High Road, London, E10 6PY) and concludes at Dulwich Park, taking participants on a scenic 17-mile journey through London.
BUBRFest is the official after-ride celebration, in partnership with BlackEatsLDN, we are taking place at Dulwich Park. It features:
BUBR operates a tiered payment structure in 2025.
Register in April – £5
Register in May – £10
Register in June – £15
Register in July onwards – £20
No, registration is required. All participants must:
Registering ensures that:
As a registered charity, all donations go towards covering the costs of running BUBR and to fund charity initiatives and support youth programmes
The route map will be announced 2 weeks before the event.
We welcome all pedal bikes, including e-bikes.
BUBR is a community event open to all. While we proactively encourage participation from African and African-Caribbean communities, people of all ethnicities are welcome.
Yes! While we recommend owning a bike, you can:
Note: BUBR does not arrange bike rentals. Riders are responsible for securing their own bikes.
Yes, but participants under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the event.
No. BUBR is a community ride that moves at a safe pace over 17 miles.
Yes, we have two official pitstops along the route, spaced approximately five miles apart.
For the best experience, we encourage starting from Leyton Sports Ground. However, if necessary, you can: