- Sun 21 Jun 2026
09:30
Age 12 & over
£20-£35
- 25 miles road cycling + 886 ft ascent
Event overview
Starting and finishing in Oxford, this well-organised sportive offers multiple route options through Oxfordshire countryside, combining quiet lanes, testing hills and a welcoming atmosphere for cyclists of all abilities.
The weekend will also feature a Bike Oxford Cyclability ride - providing a safe opportunity for everyone to enjoy cycling with inclusive facilities and access to a fleet of adapted cycles to best suit individual needs.
Highlights
- Choice of three clearly signposted routes to match your goals
- Start and finish in the historic city of Oxford
- Scenic riding through Oxfordshire countryside and villages
- Rolling terrain with tougher climbs on longer routes
- Fully supported with feed stations, mechanical and medical assistance
- Finisher medal and post-ride refreshments to celebrate your ride
This event is part of Bike Oxford.
Event photos
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Families
Who is it for?
For rider safety there is a cut-off time of 4pm, but this provides ample time and should allow many types of rider to enjoy Bike Oxford. The below table shows the approximate speeds needed to complete the different routes within the time allowed.
On the day
At the start, riders set off in pods of about 20 after a briefing. There will be a female only pod for each of the ride distances for anyone who would prefer this.
Kit list
A mandatory kit list is readily available.
- Cut off time
- Distance markers
- First aid
- Marshals
- Navigation not required
- Water stations
- Way markers
- GPX available
GPX route
The route is displayed on the map above.
Overview
Bike Oxford will be returning to Oxford University Rugby Club with a choice of three great routes, approximately 25, 45 and 75 miles long. Starting with a lap of historic Oxford the routes then head into the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside with the long route reaching into the Oxfordshire Cotswolds.
- Bar
- Changing facilities
- Paid parking
- Secure bag storage
- Toilets
Event HQ
Oxford University Rugby Football Club
Iffley Road
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX4 1SR
UK
Parking
There is no parking on site, however riders will receive suggestions in their race packs. Redbridge Park and Ride is just £2 and a 10 minute ride away from the venue.
- Map
- Medal
- Post-race meal
Included
- A choice of three fully marked routes
- Route maps and GPS files
- Feed stations on the long and medium routes
- Additional water stations
- On-course first aid and mechanical support
- A medal and food at the end of your ride
- A well stocked bar at the finish
Bike Oxford change the route every year and this year it was in the direction of my home. Nonetheless, they found roads and sections that I had not done before and laid on a very good route. The aid stations were very well stocked with very friendly people (and bike mechanics if you needed them), and clean and nice toilets. And as always, the finish area had a real party feel with food and drink, places to sit and socialise - and the opportunity for pictures with the finish medal! I would say definitely worth doing this event. Jen Z
- Age 12 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
Entry fees
Junior entry fee
£20.00
Entry fee
£35.00
Other races at event
- Sun 21 Jun
- #2 of 3
08:30
Age 12 & over
£25-£45
- 45 miles road cycling + 2054 ft ascent
- Sun 21 Jun
- #3 of 3
07:30
Age 12 & over
£25-£45
- 75 miles road cycling + 3924 ft ascent