Cycling events calendar

• Sun 3 May
• £38-£48

Tour de Manc

A proper northern knees up. 100% not-for-profit charity bike ride. Ride big Northern miles on routes that demand grit, reward effort and deliver a proper, friendly Mancunian celebration.

• Sportive 4

• Sun 26 Apr
• £83

Etape Loch Ness

Scotland’s largest closed-road cycle sportive! Taking place in spring around the shores of the world's most famous loch, you'll conquer some thigh-busting climbs and revel in friendly camaraderie!

• 106 km road cycling + 900 m ascent

• Fri 1 - Sun 3 May
• £35-£125

Muck n' Mac Fest

Experience Tweed Valley gravel riding plus live music, talks, films, wellness programme, walking routes, camping and family-friendly activities, all staged at Scotland's oldest inhabited house.

• Gravel events 6

• Fri 26 - Sun 28 Jun
• £200-£1,500

Tommy Ride To Ypres

Join RBLI Tommy Ride, a two-day cycling challenge from RBLI’s village in Kent to the Menin Gate in Ypres. Ride 190km alongside veterans and take part in the Last Post Ceremony on Armed Forces Weekend.

• 190 km road cycling + 3704 ft ascent

• Sun 29 Mar
• £18-£27

Exeter Gravel Races

A lapped off-road course mostly on gravel fire roads so perfect for gravel bikes but also well suited to cross-country bikes or mountain bikes. Everyone will finish within a few minutes of the winner!

• Gravel events 2

• Sun 12 Apr
• £37-£43

Haldon Heroic

Featured in Red Bull's Best Cyclocross and Gravel Events and 2024 Best of the Year on offroad.cc! Gravel rides on the best trails the Haldon Forest has to offer.

• Gravel events 3

• Fri 17 Apr
• £50

Landrace to Brighton

A 'monster' ride in the Landrace series of guided gravel rides for serious riders skilled at off-road cycling, from London to Brighton via Tillgate Forest and the South Downs.

• 130 km gravel riding + 1480 m ascent

• Sun 19 Apr
• £40

White Horse Challenge

A legendary early-season sportive set in breathtaking countryside. Ride past the chalk horses on a deeply historic route with rolling hills, punchy climbs and epic scenery.

• Sportive 2

• Sun 26 Apr
• £39-£44

Taunton Flyer

This popular early season sportive offers a mixture of open, flowing, flat roads combined with a couple of testing climbs in the Blackdown Hills - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Long sportive

• Sun 26 Apr
• £83

Etape Loch Ness

Scotland’s largest closed-road cycle sportive! Taking place in spring around the shores of the world's most famous loch, you'll conquer some thigh-busting climbs and revel in friendly camaraderie!

• 106 km road cycling + 900 m ascent

• Fri 1 - Sun 3 May
• £35-£125

Muck n' Mac Fest

Experience Tweed Valley gravel riding plus live music, talks, films, wellness programme, walking routes, camping and family-friendly activities, all staged at Scotland's oldest inhabited house.

• Gravel events 6

• Sun 3 May
• £38-£48

Tour de Manc

A proper northern knees up. 100% not-for-profit charity bike ride. Ride big Northern miles on routes that demand grit, reward effort and deliver a proper, friendly Mancunian celebration.

• Sportive 4

• Sun 10 May
• £30-£37.50

St Ives Brewery Sportive

Ride Cornwall’s stunning coastline and celebrate with a proper pint! Scenic routes along the stunning West Coast of Cornwall plus free St Ives Brewery beer at the finish line!

• Sportive 2

• Sun 10 May
• £43.50-£58.50
• 10% off

RIDE Castle

King of the castle, or dirty rascal? Expect some tough climbs after departing the imposing Tonbridge Castle with 800 other riders and experience some amazing views across the Kent countryside.

10% off with exclusive code

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Long sportive

• Fri 15 - Sun 17 May
• £30
• Early bird

Keswick Mountain Festival

The UK's top outdoor sports festival! Incredible entertainment, sports events, speakers, live music, activities, brand expo, bars, food, drink and much more.

Early bird on now

• 5K run 2
• 10K run
• Half marathon
• 50K ultra run
• Fell run
• + 14 more races

• Fri 15 May
• £50

Landrace to Bognor

A long summer’s day spent riding the gravel paths of Surrey and Sussex, heading to the coast at Bognor, traversing both the North and South Downs and passing through the woodlands of the Arun Valley.

• 130 km gravel riding + 1300 m ascent

• Sat 16 May
• £30-£37.50

Towcester Mill Brewery Sportive

A fantastic day of cycling from the picturesque Towcester Mill Brewery, exploring the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside to return to the warm hospitality of the brewery.

• Sportive 2

• Sun 17 May
• £37.50-£58.50
• 10% off

RIDE Suffolk Sunrise

One of the biggest charity sportives in the East, where experienced riders cover a fast and furious sportive or newer riders tackle their first long-distance on flat and forgiving terrain.

10% off with exclusive code

• Sportive 3

• Sun 17 May
• £45

Southern Grit

Gravel and single track south of the Thames on trails you simply didn't know existed! Come and join this one-day, fully supported gravel adventure with a coffee start and pizza-and-beer finish.

• Gravel events 2

• Sat 23 May
• £30-£37.50

Tiny Rebel Sportive

Experience the best of Welsh cycling, through stunning valleys, rolling hills and quiet country lanes. Finish your ride with a celebratory pint of Tiny Rebel’s finest craft beer and soak up the vibes.

• Sportive 2

• Sun 31 May
• £30-£37.50

Hook Norton Brewery Sportive

A fantastic social and relaxed cycle through Oxfordshire countryside from one of the best breweries in the Cotswolds, taking you along the most scenic routes - to finish with a refreshing beer.

• Sportive 2

• Sat 6 Jun
• £18-£48

The Grange Spa Sportive

Start and finish in style from the fantastic grounds of a multi award-winning spa with fantastic views throughout then return to a welcome party with medal, hot food, music, fun and family games!

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Sportive

• Sun 7 Jun
• £37.50-£58.50
• 10% off

RIDE The Dales

The spectacularly beautiful but equally tough northernmost event of the RIDE series features one of the most unrelenting climbs in Nidderdale - Trapping Hill. Yorkshire doesn't really do flat.

10% off with exclusive code

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Long sportive

• Sat 13 Jun
• £44

The Triple | Mendip Murmuration

Ride your mountain bike through some of Somerset’s stunning landscapes over the distance of your choice with like-minded riders at this award-winning event with top reviews!

• Mountain biking events 3

• Fri 19 Jun
• £50

Landrace South Downs Way

A series of fast-paced guided gravel rides from London, perfect for serious riders skilled at off-road cycling. Can you ride 100 miles and climb 3000m, off road, in a day?

• 162 km gravel riding + 3600 m ascent

• Sat 20 Jun
• £30-£37.50

Braybrooke Beer Co Sportive

An epic ride through stunning countryside, starting and finishing at one of the UK’s finest breweries, offering the best of British cycling and top-quality craft beer.

• Sportive 2

• Fri 26 - Sun 28 Jun
• £10-£92

South Scotland Outdoor Festival

Discover South Scotland’s wild beauty through a festival packed with guided adventures, expert-led activities and unforgettable outdoor experiences celebrating landscape, culture and exploring.

• Gravel events 3
• Sportive 2
• 5K run
• Half marathon
• 10K run
• + 2 more races

• Fri 26 - Sun 28 Jun
• £200-£1,500

Tommy Ride To Ypres

Join RBLI Tommy Ride, a two-day cycling challenge from RBLI’s village in Kent to the Menin Gate in Ypres. Ride 190km alongside veterans and take part in the Last Post Ceremony on Armed Forces Weekend.

• 190 km road cycling + 3704 ft ascent

• Sat 27 - Sun 28 Jun
• £40

London Orbital Gravel Challenge

The London Off-Road Gravel Challenge (LOGC) is back, and it's ready to test even the most seasoned cyclists with 30 challenging climbs. This legendary ride is known for its sheer brutality.

• 24 hrs gravel riding + 4400 m ascent

• Sun 28 Jun
• £37.50-£58.50
• 10% off

RIDE Tommy Godwin

Celebrate cycling heritage on this scenic West Midlands sportive, featuring beautiful countryside, quiet lanes and challenging climbs inspired by British Olympic cycling medallist, Tommy Godwin.

10% off with exclusive code

• Sportive 2

• Sun 28 Jun
• £35-£65
• Early bird

Pedal Causeway Coast

Epic climbs, stunning views, pedal with purpose. Power along Northern Ireland’s rugged Causeway Coast on two wheels, embracing big climbs, sweeping descents and breathtaking views.

Early bird on now

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Long sportive

• Sat 4 Jul
• £90

Dartmoor Legend Ultra

The toughest cycling challenge in the South West! This epic route is against a pace clock. Any rider who falls behind the minimum pace will be required to retire from the event.

• 200 miles road cycling + 18000 ft ascent

• Sun 5 Jul
• £37.50-£58.50
• 10% off

RIDE Wessex Downs

An early season ride in the heart of Berkshire featuring some of the very best of the North Wessex Downs AONB with three road routes offering something to suit all abilities.

10% off with exclusive code

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Long sportive

• Sat 11 Jul
• £38-£43

Moor to Sea

Choose between three sportives exploring the quiet roads of Dartmoor and surrounding area. Finish on a tough climb and earn your gold, silver or bronze medal based on finishing times.

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Long sportive

• Sun 12 Jul
• £44

The Triple | Exmoor Explorer

A non-competitive mountain biking event for all in the beautiful Exmoor National Park in South West England on open moorland, woodland trails and single track with top reviews!

• Mountain biking events 2

• Sun 12 Jul
• £29.60

The Christie Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride

Join #TeamChristie and hop on your bike to tackle the 60-mile route from Media City at Salford Quays to finish beneath the iconic Glitterball on Blackpool’s South Promenade.

• 60 miles road cycling + 1800 ft ascent

• Sat 18 Jul
• £30-£37.50

Vale Brewery Sportive

A fantastic cycle through Buckinghamshire from one of the best breweries in the county, along the most scenic routes, to finish with a complimentary beer from the taproom.

• Sportive 2

• Sun 26 Jul
• £30-£37.50

Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery Sportive

Take a social and adventurous ride from a majestic location hidden away on a tiny rural lane in the heart of the valley, with a freshly pulled pint as your reward. Cyclists' bliss.

• Sportive 2

• Sat 1 Aug
• £42.50-£50

Brewdog Ride Out Sportive

A spectacular cycle along the North East coast of Scotland from one of the best and biggest breweries in the world with a choice of routes making it a sportive for everyone!

• Sportive 2

• Sun 9 Aug
• £30-£37.50

Renegade Brewery Sportive

Cycle through the Berkshire countryside from one of the best breweries in the UK, taking you along the most scenic routes to finish with a refreshing, complimentary beer.

• Sportive 2

• Sat 15 Aug
• £30-£37.50

Black Sheep Brewery Sportive

A fantastic cycle through the Yorkshire Dales from the Black Sheep Brewery, combining epic roads, stunning scenery and the perfect post-ride pint at one of the UK’s most iconic breweries.

• Sportive 2

• Sun 23 Aug
• £40-£44

Devon Grit

Ride the best gravel trails of East Devon on a challenging, scenic and welcoming adventure from Exmouth — perfect for gravel, CX, MTB and e-bike riders.

• Gravel events 4

• Sun 23 Aug
• £6.49-£54.99

Tour de Môn

Boasting possibly the most beautiful coastline in the whole of the UK, this cycle sportive takes you around the beautiful island of Anglesey. Clubs, families, charity riders - all are welcome.

• Sportive 4

• Sat 29 Aug
• £24-£43

Exmoor Beast, Beauty and Breeze

New for 2026! Take on Exmoor’s fierce climbs, sweeping descents and wild coastal scenery in a thrilling sportive that pushes your stamina, rewards your grit and celebrates cycling at its boldest.

• Medium sportive 2
• Long sportive

• Sun 30 Aug
• £37.50-£58.50
• Early bird

RIDE Essex

Close your cycling season on a stunning ride through the Essex countryside, quiet villages and farmland where the undulations will have you in and out of the saddle.

Early bird on now

• Long sportive
• Medium sportive
• Short sportive

• Sun 30 Aug
• £35-£65
• Early bird

Pedal Trossachs

Epic climbs, stunning views, pedal with purpose. Choose your distance and take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle through world-famous routes of the Trossachs National Park.

Early bird on now

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Long sportive

• Sat 5 Sep
• £30-£37.50

Purity Brewing Co Sportive

From one of the best and most innovative award-winning breweries in the Midlands, riders will wind their way around the beautiful Warwickshire countryside to finish with a complimentary beer.

• Sportive 2

• Sat 5 Sep
• £44

The Triple | The Quantock Quake

The Quantock Hills are a mecca for mountain biking! Expect stunning open moorland, woodland trails, natural single track and secluded comes. This event has it all plus you can camp too!

• Mountain biking events 2

• Sat 19 Sep
• £45-£60
• Pay in instalments

London to Brighton Off-Road Bike Ride

Conquer miles of technical trails, soak up stunning views and dive into Europe’s biggest charity off-road ride! Your dirt-fuelled adventure starts here...

Email heretohelp@bhf.org.uk for instalments code

• Charity bike ride 2

• Sun 20 Sep
• £35-£65

Pedal Wye Valley

Epic climbs, stunning views, pedal with purpose. Choose your distance and take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle through the beautiful Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

• Short sportive
• Medium sportive
• Long sportive