The event

What to expect on the Day

We have been running the event for the past 24 years so it is very organised with lots of volunteers and marshals on hand to make your day as memorable as possible from parking when you arrive to ensuring your safety throughout the day. Located at the Grasmere Showground, we have a streamlined registration process to make it as quick as painless on the day. There is a marquee serving food and drink, merchandise stand, toilets and a wash down area for your bikes. There is a maintenance crew on hand for any last minute repairs and even a live band to entertain those early arrivers! We can promise unpredictable weather – we have had scorching hot days and snow through the years so come prepared for anything. The only things we can’t supply are showers and a good signal for your mobile phone!

Spectators

You can arrange to see riders at certain places, but wherever possible, please avoid using the event route to get there. Do not try to meet riders on Hard Knott, Wrynose and Blea Tarn Passes – there is simply not room and these roads are closed, you can park up and walk but parking places are scarce. A good place to see riders is at the top of Whinlatter, where there is a café and (charged) parking. Another place for seeing the riders on route is the Fans Zone at the Wainwright’s Hotel, Chapel stile in Langdale.

Remember…

• All riders must wear a helmet and carry a long-sleeved wind/waterproof.
• No following cars or motorbikes
• No fancy dress
• No litter!
• Standard (road or mountain*) bikes/tandems only.
  Not allowed: Small wheel bikes, Choppers, fat bikes, electric bikes, fold-up bikes, Fix bikes, Tri-bars.
• We recommend using a road bike with low gears or a not-too-heavy mountain with slicks
• For full terms please see our Event Terms & Conditions