Market Harborough Festival of Cycling
Sun 27 Sep 2026 Leicester, Leicestershire

Market Harborough Festival of Cycling

The Festival of Cycling is back for an 11th year with a choice of distances on new routes plus off-road options too. Riders will enjoy beautiful rolling roads and tracks, medal, photos and a hot meal!

Sign up for £35

4 races

  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #1 of 4
Kibworth Mead Academy, Leicester

100K Road

08:00

Age 18 & over

£35

  • 100 km road cycling
  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #2 of 4
Kibworth Mead Academy, Leicester

50K Road

08:00

Age 18 & over

£35

  • 50 km road cycling
  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #3 of 4
Kibworth Mead Academy, Leicester

70K Off-Road

08:00

Age 18 & over

£35

  • 70 km mountain biking
  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #4 of 4
Kibworth Mead Academy, Leicester

40K Off-Road

08:00

Age 18 & over

£35

  • 40 km mountain biking

Event overview

Whether you're a road rider or off-road adventurer, this is cycling at its very best. Four brand-new routes exploring the stunning, rolling countryside of South Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.

Taking place for 10+ years, this much-loved cycling celebration offers something for every rider, from a challenging 100K road sportive to a 40K off-road blast, with professional support every pedal of the way.

Highlights

  • Four distances, one epic day

    Choose from 100K or 50K on road, or 70K and 40K off-road (gravel/MTB), all brand new routes for this year.

  • Stunning riding terrain

    Rolling roads and tracks wind through the beautiful villages and landscapes of South Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.

  • All-inclusive entry

    Includes a hot post-ride pizza meal, with vegan and gluten-free options available.

  • Mid-route fuel stop

    A well-stocked feed station at the halfway point with sweet and savoury treats, plus hot and cold drinks.

  • A real festival atmosphere

    10+ years of community cycling spirit, with an upbeat social feel throughout the day.

  • Free event photos

    Downloadable digital images, so you can relive every moment at no extra cost.

  • A medal for every finisher

    Cross the line and you'll earn a bespoke event keepsake.

  • E-bikes welcome

    Compliant e-bikes are permitted, making this accessible to even more riders.

Event community

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Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village

  • Free parking
  • Toilets

Event HQ

Kibworth Mead Academy
Smeeton Road
Kibworth Beauchamp
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE8 0LG
UK

Sustainability

  • Lift sharing advised

Races at event

  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #1 of 4
Kibworth Mead Academy, Leicester
100K Road

08:00

Age 18 & over

£35

  • 100 km road cycling
  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #2 of 4
Kibworth Mead Academy, Leicester
50K Road

08:00

Age 18 & over

£35

  • 50 km road cycling
  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #3 of 4
Kibworth Mead Academy, Leicester
70K Off-Road

08:00

Age 18 & over

£35

  • 70 km mountain biking
  • Sun 27 Sep
  • #4 of 4
Kibworth Mead Academy, Leicester
40K Off-Road

08:00

Age 18 & over

£35

  • 40 km mountain biking
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