Medium sportives in the UK
Medium distance sportives are mass-participation road cycling events over distances of between 40-70 miles. Events are typically well sign-posted with feeding stations and mechanical support along the route and so are popular with all levels of cyclists looking for a ride out in an organised event. Select your location for sportives in your area or scroll down to browse events.
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Medium cycling sportives in 2025/2026
Featured events are listed below - select a month/region or the map view to see all events.
- Sat 13 Sep
- £39
Lands End 100 | Short Route
A great route showcasing the amazing Cornwall coast road! Each rider will receive a Gold, Silver, or Bronze medal based on the completion time for their appropriate age and gender category.
- 46 miles road cycling + 3020 ft ascent
- Sat 13 Sep
- £37.50
Purity Brewing Co Sportive | Full Pint
From one of the best and most innovative award-winning breweries in the Midlands, riders will wind their way around the beautiful Warwickshire countryside for 86km to finish with a complimentary beer.
- 52 miles road cycling + 867 m ascent
- Sun 21 Sep
- £45-£55
Pedal Wye Valley | 57 miles
Choose your distance and take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle through the beautiful Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
- 57 miles road cycling + 1417 m ascent
- Sun 5 Oct
- £38-£40
Autumn Grange Sportive
Introducing the Autumn Grange Sportive which takes you on a stunning 52-mile ride through the rolling hills of Rutland, with the route skirting the picturesque Rutland Water.
- 52 miles road cycling + 819 m ascent
- Sun 26 Apr 2026
- £77
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
- Sun 26 Apr 2026
- £42
Taunton Flyer | Dakota Route
This popular early season sportive offers a mixture of open, flowing, flat roads combined with a couple of testing climbs.
- 63 miles road cycling + 4000 ft ascent
- Sun 10 May 2026
- £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 2026
- £42.50
RIDE Castle | Classic
The Kent countryside serves up a mixture of quiet villages and beautiful scenery as you ride along quiet lanes. Earn your medal conquering the challenging Classic route!
- 73 miles road cycling + 3983 ft ascent
- Fri 15 - Sun 17 May 2026
- £30
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.
- 5K run 2
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- 50K ultra run
- Fell run
- + 12 more races
- Sat 16 May 2026
- £37.50
Towcester Mill Brewery Sportive | Full Pint
A fantastic day of cycling from the picturesque Towcester Mill Brewery, exploring the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside for 96km to return to the warm hospitality of the brewery.
- 60 miles road cycling + 1191 m ascent
- Sun 17 May 2026
- £42.50
RIDE Suffolk Sunrise | Classic
One of the biggest charity sportives in the East offering a flat and fast route ideal for an early-season time or to sample a longer ride. Earn your medal conquering the challenging Classic route!
- 65 miles road cycling + 1178 ft ascent
- Sat 23 May 2026
- £37.50
Tiny Rebel Sportive | Full Pint
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.
- 57 miles road cycling + 1524 m ascent
- Sun 31 May 2026
- £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 2026
- £36-£38
The Grange Spa Sportive | Medium
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!
- 55 miles road cycling + 721 m ascent
- Sun 7 Jun 2026
- £42.50
RIDE The Dales | Classic
The Classic Route takes riders into Nidderdale AONB with its rolling dales and friendly villages. Earn your medal conquering the challenging Classic route!
- 65 miles road cycling + 4075 ft ascent
- Sat 4 Jul 2026
- £41
Moor to Sea | Challenge Route
Explore the quiet roads of Dartmoor and surrounding area. Finish on a tough climb & earn your gold, silver or bronze medal based on finishing time. KOM/QOM challenge and supreme views too.
- 64 miles road cycling + 6164 ft ascent
- Sun 5 Jul 2026
- £42.50-£47.50
RIDE Wessex Downs | Classic Route
An early season ride in the heart of Berkshire featuring some of the very best of the North Wessex Downs AONB. Earn your medal conquering the challenging Classic route!
- 72 miles road cycling + 3692 ft ascent
- Sun 5 Oct
- £38-£50
Palace to Palace Bike Ride | Classic
Cycle with The King's Trust from Buckingham Palace to Windsor Palace for 45 miles, followed by the iconic festival for your medal and to celebrate your huge achievement!
- 45 miles road cycling + 1871 ft ascent
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