Global defence technology company Lockheed Martin has announced its continued support for the RAF Association’s annual cycling event, RAFA Rides.
Now in its eighth year, RAFA Rides has grown to include four events taking place on consecutive weekends throughout June at Kendrew Barracks, RAF Leeming, RAF Brize Norton and RAF Marham.
Paul Livingston, Chief Executive for Lockheed Martin UK, said: “We have sponsored RAFA Rides for the past five years and we’re delighted to once again offer our support to this fantastic event. Not only is RAFA Rides a great way to meet old friends, make new ones and challenge your fitness, but it’s also a chance to contribute to the Association’s work providing help and support for those who serve and have served in the RAF and their families.”
RAFA Rides connects thousands of riders across the world through a shared purpose and passion. Over the past seven years, 5,000 riders have taken part from across the world.
Liam Clark-Brown, Associate Director of Fundraising & Engagement at the RAF Association, said: “Since its inception RAFA Rides has been a key moment in the military charity cycling events calendar, uniting Air Force communities locally and internationally. It not only fosters a deep sense of connection between riders, but it also encourages participants to invest in their own physical and mental wellbeing. So sign up to be part of this global cycling community.”
All the in-person events offer route options of 25, 50, 75 and 100 miles and take place on the following dates:
7 June 2025 – RAFA Rides Marham
14 June 2025 – RAFA Rides Kendrew
21 June 2025 – RAFA Rides Brize Norton
28 June 2025 – RAFA Rides Leeming
1 June to 30 June 2025 – RAFA Rides ‘Your Way’
Cyclists unable to make it to one of the in-person events can sign up for RAFA Rides ‘Your Way’ and choose their own distance and route, wherever they are in the world.
