Thank you for the large numbers of you who pre-registered online – that’s a huge help for our event preparation. If you didn’t have a chance, we can confirm there’s still capacity for you to register tomorrow morning at the Blue Bell. Cash-only.
Registration will be open from 0900 and you can start anytime from 0930.
Registration will close at 1200 for the 75 mile route. For the 6 and 25 mile it will remain open until 1300.
Enjoy the ride!
Benefit from lower entry fees, a guaranteed place and Fast-Track registration on the day. Even though you’re paying less, online entry supports a more efficient outlay on the organisers’ side, hence maximising the funds for charity. Do it now!
We’re delighted to announce that this year’s event will be hosted at the Blue Bell in Glinton. The team at the Blue Bell are kindly extending their strong support to the event, and are delighted to be a part of the special day!
This year’s entertainment line-up has been confirmed as follows…
Mark Stevens
An acoustic solo act with a beautiful mellow voice applied to some great unique covers.
Holly-Jean
A phenomenally talented young woman, just 17 years old with the voice and soul of a well-seasoned musician, guaranteed to delight.
Dan Poole
An astonishingly talented artist, mainly delivering a modern-folk style with some incredible material and songs.
UnDivided
A unique dynamic duo formed from a Husband and Wife partnership of two greatly talented solo artists; Zakk Zoot and Chez Lee. They play a captivating range of covers with a modern harmony twist.
The organising group can confirm we’re full-steam-ahead for 2017’s event, and it’s set to be a great one! SAVE THE DATE! Saturday 2nd September 2017!
Be sure to check back on this site for regular updates!
In order to make 2017’s event another great success, we of course need your help in spreading the word! Please consider distributing copies of our poster within your workplace or community. Thank you!
All-new routes for 2017! The kids route is back to a ‘true loop’, the 25-mile can now avoid more Burghley traffic and the long route has been extended to 75 miles! See here for more details.
We’re delighted to have finalised the Entertainment line-up for this year!
1400hrs
Undivided – Zakk Zoot and Chez
1600hrs
Holly-Jean
1830hrs
The Liquor and Poker Blues Band
2000hrs
Soul Runners
Why not bring a change of clothes, devour some delights from the BBQ and enjoy the post-ride entertainment?
The team is delighted to announce this year’s entertainment line-up will feature the excellent Soul Runners and The Liquor & Poker Blues Band!
Schedule:
1400 > 1600hrs
Local acoustic acts to add a pleasant background to your post-ride conversations.
1830hrs
The Liquor and Poker Blues Band
2000hrs
Soul Runners
Don’t forget that The Golden Pheasant will also have the BBQ underway for when you finish your ride. Proceeds do contribute to the charities, so be sure to bring an appetite!
We encourage you to pre-enter for the ride of your choice. It’s a very easy process through the British Cycling site, and here’s why we’re keen on online entry:
Pricing
5 Mile
£8 pre-registration, £10 on the day for single riders
£22.50 pre-registration, £25.00 on the day for a family entry*
25 Mile
£8 pre-registration, £10 on the day for single riders
£22.50 pre-registration, £25.00 on the day for a family entry*
60 Mile
£12 pre-registration, £15 on the day for single riders
No family entry option
For the 60 mile the course includes supplies from the feed station situated at a quarter and three quarters of the way along the route. For the Windmill Café at half-way, please have some change with you.
*Family entry includes two adults and up to two children. Please register the lead-adult online and we’ll record the other family members during sign-in on the day.
