CELTIC FC Foundation are delighted to announce the launch of the 2015 Paradise to Cardenden Cycle event.

The event commemorates the passing of legendary Celtic goalkeeper John Thomson and this year, the cycle will take place on the 84th anniversary of his death on Saturday, September 5, 2015, with participants paying their respects by laying a wreath at his graveside, on arrival in Cardenden.

Cyclists will start their 64-mile journey from Celtic Park in the morning before arriving in Cardenden, Fife – at the gravestone of John Thomson – in the afternoon.

Registration is now open and you can sign up by contacting 0141 551 4291 or emailing[email protected]

Celtic FC Foundation ask that you commit to raising a minimum of £125 (after registration fee).

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. The closing date to register is Friday, August 7, 2015. The non-refundable registration fee is £15 per person.

Please ensure you read the terms and conditions HERE and FAQs HERE thoroughly before registering.

All participants will be required to read and consent to our terms and conditions before participating.

Celtic FC Foundation’s four priorities are to improve Health, promote Equality, encourage Learning and tackle Poverty. The net proceeds of this event will assist development of our work supporting routes out of poverty for local children and adults through programmes focusing on education and employability.

We uphold and promote the charitable principles and heritage of Celtic Football Club and in doing so, deliver change and purpose to the Celtic Family and beyond.

For further details, please contact Celtic FC Foundation on 0141 551 4321 or email[email protected]

Not a cyclist but looking to help out?

We’re looking for volunteers to help steward/marshall this event along the proposed route throughout the day. No experience is necessary and you will be provided with briefing instructions before the event.

Contact [email protected] to be added to our volunteer list.