Hospitality Rides, a 400km sponsored cycle across Vietnam, has raised £403,000, supporting two hospitality charities: the Licensed Trade Charity (LTC) and Only a Pavement Away.
The challenge saw 29 hospitality leaders pushed to their limits. With gruelling climbs and intense heat over five days, they cycled from Truong Son to Hoi An where they hit a maximum elevation of 1,675m — the equivalent to climbing a skyscraper 100 times. Organisers have announced that fundraisers will take on an epic ride across Chile in 2027.
The £403,000 total will enable LTC and Only A Pavement Away to continue their vital work supporting people across the hospitality sector. LTC provides a wide range of practical advice, financial assistance, and health and wellbeing support to people in licensed hospitality. Only A Pavement Away helps people facing homelessness, prison leavers, and veterans into long‑term, stable employment in the industry.
“Hospitality Rides 2026 was our toughest year yet,” said ride founder and managing director of KAM, Katy Moses. “The climbs, the heat, and the sheer distance pushed every rider to their limits, but the strength and determination shown throughout the week were extraordinary.
“I couldn’t be prouder of everyone who took part, or more grateful to the sponsors and supporters who made it possible. The incredible total of £403k raised will have a major impact through the vital work of LTC and Only A Pavement Away, supporting people across our industry when they need it most.”
This year’s ride was backed by sponsors Avani Solutions, Carlsberg Britvic, KAM, Molson Coors, Punch Pubs, Sky, Fleet Street, and Natural Selection Design. Find out more and donate here.
