- Sun 19 Jul 2026
09:30
Age 12 & over
£20-£35
- 25 miles road cycling
Event overview
Starting and finishing in Canterbury, this popular bike ride offers multiple route options through Kent’s quiet lanes and countryside, combining scenic riding, great organisation and a welcoming atmosphere.
Join the camaraderie of riding alongside hundreds of like-minded individuals. Whether you're participating as part of a team or going solo, riding for a charity close to your heart or simply to push your own limits, you'll feel a true sense of accomplishment as you cross the finish line.
Highlights
- Choice of clearly signposted routes to suit different abilities
- Start and finish in the historic city of Canterbury
- Ride through Kent countryside, villages and rolling lanes
- Longer routes include more challenging climbs and extended mileage
- Well-stocked feed stations with mechanical and medical support
- Finisher medal and refreshments to celebrate your achievement
This event is part of The Canterbury Bike Ride.
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 The Canterbury Bike Ride. 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
Overview
Returning to Canterbury Rugby Club with a choice of three new routes, approximately 25, 50 and 75 miles long. The routes will leave the rugby club and explore the picturesque Kent countryside including the Kent Downs AONB.
- Changing facilities
- Free parking
- Secure bag storage
- Toilets
Event HQ
Canterbury Rugby Football Club
Merton Lane North
Canterbury
Kent
CT4 7DZ
UK
- 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
- On-course first aid and mechanical support
- A finisher’s medal and a meal
- Free event parking
- Age 12 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
Entry fees
Junior entry fee
£20.00
Entry fee
£35.00
Other races at event
- Sun 19 Jul
- #2 of 3
08:30
Age 12 & over
£25-£45
- 50 miles road cycling
- Sun 19 Jul
- #3 of 3
07:30
Age 12 & over
£25-£45
- 75 miles road cycling