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Some of the organised cycling events taking place soon.
Cycling Events
by WLR Staff, Adam Vaughan
Ongoing
Sky Ride
- Nationwide
- Distance Variable
- Starts @ Variable
Sky has teamed up with British cycling and is looking to get more people on their bikes so enter your postcode or search for your city to get a list of upcoming cycling events in your area.
17/10/2010
Viking Bike Ride 2010
- Thanet Area - Viking Ship, Joss Bay, Reculver & Canterbury
- 32, 55 Miles
- Starts @ TBC
The 32 mile route is perfect for the family taking in the coastline of Thanet. The 55 mile ride has been added to provide a challenging route for the more serious rider.
09/10/2010
Dark Peak Mountain Bike Challenge 2010
- Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S33 6SD
- 14, 23, 34, 40 Miles
- Starts @ TBC
As the routes increase in distance the tougher they get. Includes steep climbs and fast descents, but also provides wonderful views.
03/10/2010
Oxford to Cambridge
- Gloucester Green, Oxford, OX1 2BL
- 89 Miles
- Starts @ 07:00-09:00
This fantastic 89 Mile ride links two great University cities. It finishes at Midsummer Common, Victoria Ave. (A1303) after passing through the roads of Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and the flatter fenland of Cambridgeshire.
03/10/2010
Coventry Bike Ride 2010
- Stoneleigh Showground, Kenilworth, Coventry, CV8 2LZ
- 30, 50 Miles
- Starts @ 09:00-10:00
Last year more than 600 cyclists took part so complete it this time around in aid of the bhf. The routes follow rural roads so you can take in the English countryside when the autumnal colours are at their peak.
03/10/2010
Derby Bike Ride 2010
- Elvastone Castle, Derby
- Distance; your choice
- Starts @ Variable
This event is designed to be a true festival of cycling. There will be shows at the start and finish site of the Castle as well as everything else bike related. Free entry for under 14s so ideal to get the family involved in cycling.
28/09/2010-10/10/2010
Lands' End to John O' Groats
- Lands End, Liskeard
- 1000 Miles
- Starts @ 07:00
Lands’ end is located on the southernmost tip of England and John O’ Groats the northern coast of Scotland. This is a unique and incredible event that many cyclists dream of one day completing.
26/09/2010
Wiltshire Bike Ride
- Seend Lye Recreation Grounds, Seend, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6NS
- 28, 47 Miles
- Starts @ 09:00-10:30
More than 600 cyclists take part in this event so whether you want a solo challenge or a group cycle, get on your bike and show some pedal power.
26/09/2010
Rutland Water Bike Ride 2010
- Oakham, Leicestershire LE15 8BL
- 17, 23 Miles
- Starts @ 08:30
Cycle around this huge man-made yet peaceful resevoir and raise funds for the BHF.
26/09/2010
Brighton 100/50
- Hove Lawns, Brighton, BN3 2WW
- 50, 100 Miles
- Starts @ 07:00-08:00
A choice of 100 mile or 50 mile routes starting and finishing on the seafront near Brighton. Whether you chose the 50 or 100 mile they both take in beautiful scenery and countryside views.
26/09/2010
Cycle the Wight 2010
- Isle of Wight
- 15, 50, 70 Miles
- Starts @ 09:00-11:00
A brilliant way to spend an Autumn Sunday, with a large range of distances and starting points this route is ideal for beginners and advanced riders.
25/09/2010
London to South Coast 2010
- Froebel College, Roehampton University, Roehampton Lane, London, SW15 5PJ
- 75 Miles
- Starts @ 07:30-09:00
The famous London to Brighton has gone off-road and now mixes cycle path, single track cycling and forest tracks. This event is limited to 750 places, so sign up quickly to avoid dissappointment.
23-27/09/2010
3 Capitals Cycle Challenge
- Europe
- Distance TBC
- Start @ TBC
Starting at Budapest, Hungary this challenge follows the river Danube through Bratislava and Vienna. It’s a 5 day event that requires a lot of fundraising but would provide excellent memories for life.
19/09/2010
Action Arrows 100
- Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0JH
- 100k, 100 Miles
- Registration @ 06:45
This circular ride starts and finishes in Waddesdon Manor grounds. It is a very challenging route taking in the picturesque county of Buckinghamshire.
19/09/2010
Cross-Border 100 Scotland
- Haddington, East Lothian
- 100 Miles
- Starts @ TBC
One starts in England the other Scotland so at the halfway point you will cross the border and meet fellow riders from the other challenge.
19/09/2010
Cross-Border 100 England
- Alnwick, Northumberland
- 100 Miles
- Starts @ TBC
One starts in England the other Scotland so at the halfway point you will cross the border and meet fellow riders from the other challenge.
19/09/2010
New Forest
- Brockenhurst Sixth Form College, Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7ZE
- 18, 28, 48 Miles
- Starts @ 08:00-10:00
A choice of 3 great routes, the 1st of which follows mainly forest tracks so is not suitable for racing bikes. The longer two however are all on road.
18/09/2010
Insomnia' Bedgebury Night Ride
- Bedgebury Forest, Kent, TN17 2SJ
- 8 Miles Minimum
- Starts @ 20:00
Solo or team event, you cycle this 8mile mountain bike course throughout the night as a relay team or on your own. You can complete as many laps as you wish and there is camping space available to sleep in a tent if you need.
18/09/2010
Robin Hood Autumn Bike Ride 2010
- Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG21 9JL
- 3, 36 Miles
- Starts @ 09:30
Whether taking your children around the 3 mile route, or completing the 36 miles, this bike ride around the Sherwood Pines is great fun for cyclists of all abilities.
12/09/2010
Lake District Bike Ride 2010
- Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JU
- 31k
- Starts @ 10:00-10:45
This route is on and off road and includes some challenging ascents and descents. There are also areas with loose terrain. You can enjoy this challenge and raise money for the BHF at the same time.
12/09/2010
Sky Ride Birmingham
- Birmingham
- Distance Variable
- Starts @ 10:00
Sky Ride will be hosting its 1st event in Birmingham this year. With plenty of entertainment and emtpy streets to ride around it makes an ideal day out on the bike.
12/09/2010
Finn MacCool 100
- Belfast, Coleraine, BT1 5GS
- 100 Miles
- Registration @ 09:00
This is a limited entry event so sign up early to book your place as one of 100 riders taking on this great challenge in Northern Ireland.
12/09/2010
Big Wessex Bike Ride
- Ralph Allen School, Claverton Down Rd, Bath, BA2 7AD
- 20, 50, 100 Miles
- Starts @ 07:00-08:00
With a large range in distances this is one the children could do as well. For a serious challenge try the 50 or 100 Mile cycle for the Anthony Nolan Trust.
11/09/2010
Exmoor Bike Marathon
- Porlock Recreation Ground, Parson Street, Porlock, Minehead, TA24 8QJ
- 12.5, 25, 50, 75, 100k
- Starts @ 06:00
You can complete the entire 100k or sections of it depending on your fitness level. Go for the challenge and help raise funds for the BHF.
05/09/2010
Essex 100
- Danbury Outdoor Centre, Essex CM3 4AB
- 100k, 100 Miles
- Registration @ 06:00
Despite being a in a flat county this ride still incorporates some great inclines to add to the challenge.
05/09/2010
Mayor of London's Sky Ride
- London
- Distance Variable
- Starts @ 09:30
Last year over 65,000 cyclists enjoyed the traffic free London streets. Entertainment on route includes music and fancy dress!
05/09/2010
Winchester 100
- SO21 2NF
- 100k, 100 Miles
- Starts @ 06:30
This is the 1st year that this route is being done. It goes through quiet country lanes of Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset.
05/09/2010
Manchester 100
- Wythenshawe Park, Manchester M23 0AB
- 100k, 100 Miles
- Starts @ 07:00-08:00
A great 'Century' ride - a 100 mile route along beautiful lanes through a wide sweep of Cheshire, helping to raise funds for the Christie Hospital.
05/09/2010
London to Windsor Bike Ride
- Richmond Green, Richmond, Surrey, TW19 1LX
- 29, 37 Miles
- Starts @ 09:00-10:30
Try this achievable distance ride for the novice cyclist or a more challenging route for the more experienced rider, both of which go through the Thames valley, in aid of the BHF.
04-06/09/2010
September London 2 Paris 2010
- Westerham, Kent TN16 1PS
- 280 Miles
- Starts @ 08:00
This 3 day event has been hugely successful in the past, and with a finish at the palace of Versailles Paris, you can have a well earned celebration.
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