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Greg James Embarks on 630-Mile Charity Cycle for Comic Relief

3/13/2026

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BBC Radio 1 DJ Greg James has begun his 630-mile charity cycle for Comic Relief, 'Radio 1’s Longest Ride for Red Nose Day'.
He will travel 1,000km through England, Wales, and Scotland in eight days, from Weymouth on March 13 to Edinburgh on March 20.
Daily rides last eight hours, with other presenters and surprise guests joining him, while supporters track progress to raise funds for Comic Relief.

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BBC Radio 1 DJ Greg James has begun his 630-mile charity cycle for Comic Relief, 'Radio 1’s Longest Ride for Red Nose Day'.
He will travel 1,000km through England, Wales, and Scotland in eight days, from Weymouth on March 13 to Edinburgh on March 20.
Daily rides last eight hours, with other presenters and surprise guests joining him, while supporters track progress to raise funds for Comic Relief.