The Only Way is UP! 2025

Guernsey’s ultimate cycling challenge took place on Sunday 5th October, 2025.

Back for its fifth year riders chose from 3 different routes with most going for the full 25 hills as featured in the Guernsey’s Cycling Climbs book. Links to the routes are available below.

All the money raised goes to the local Only Fools & Donkeys charity who distribute the money to good causes and charities locally. To see where the money goes please go to: https://www.only-fools-and-donkeys.com/charity-donations/ Through cycling events and initiatives the charity has raise over £250,000 since 2010.

Without the sponsorship from Skipton International and Rocq Capital this event couldn’t happen so a big thank you to them for their continued support. A big thank you also to the volunteers behind the scenes that help ensure the ride runs smoothly on the day. Marshalls, registration team, cake makers and BBQ chefs all contribute massively to make the event the success it is.

Details for the 2026 edition will be released next summer.

Digital copies available to buy. All proceeds got to Only Fools & Donkeys.

Special thanks to Nick and Karen Després who were out on the the course this year capturing the action.

Visit Nick’s website to preview the photos and, if you wish to, purchase a high resolution download. All proceeds from the digital downloads will be donated to Only Fools & Donkeys. You can also order prints of varying sizes.