SOCS’s story
On Sunday, 21 June 2026, our very own Headteacher, Kirsty Anstee-Brown (Mrs A-B), will be swapping her sensible school shoes for cycling cleats to take on the iconic London to Brighton Bike Ride!
She will be joining thousands of other cyclists to tackle the 54-mile route from Clapham Common all the way down to the Brighton Seafront. It is a fantastic physical challenge that requires months of dedicated training, early morning rides, and — crucially — a significant number of strategic cake stops to keep the energy levels up!
Why is Mrs A-B cycling 54 miles?
Every single mile pedalled and every hill climbed (yes, even Ditchling Beacon!) is in support of SOCS — Supporters of Castlewood School.
SOCS plays a vital role in funding the extra-curricular activities, equipment, and experiences that make Castlewood Primary School such a wonderful place for our children to learn and grow. By taking on this monumental challenge, Mrs A-B hopes to raise as much money as possible to ensure SOCS can continue their incredible work for the school community.
How you can support
The training is tough, the hills are steep, but knowing she has the backing of the Castlewood community will make every mile worth it. We would be incredibly grateful for any donation, big or small — your generosity will directly benefit the children at Castlewood Primary School.
Please donate using the button on this page, share it with friends and family, and leave a message of support below — she'll need all the encouragement she can get when she hits the hills!
Thank you so much for cheering on our wonderful Headteacher. Next stop, Brighton! (And maybe another slice of cake...)
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