Two distances to choose from 130km/80 miles (approx 2400m/7900ft climb) and 65km/40 miles (approx 1350m/4450ft climb); run under British Cycling rules & regulations.
Spectacular, hilly, scenic riding in the Eastern Peak District/Peak National Park countryside wherever possible avoiding main roads - rides include a combination of Totley/Burbage/Hallam Moors, Ladybower Reservoir, Hope Valley/Castleton, Chatsworth Park, Rowsley Bar and Matlock Moor.
Start Venue
The start venue for the event is Holmebrook Valley Park, Water Meadow Lane, Chesterfield S41 8XP - for full details see our website; if in doubt as to the location; please contact us before the day of the event. Look out for event signs on the day. Registration opens 7.00am; you can start riding anytime between 7.45 & 9.30am.
The Start/Finish
Facilities at the start/finish venue include: hard standing car parking; undercover event HQ/registration area; toilets/changing/showers; on-site cafe; tea/coffee, juice, biscuits and flapjack/cake will be available free of charge to all riders at the finish.
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