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Manchester 100 Mile

Sunday 01 Sep 2024Wythenshawe Park, Wythenshawe Rd, Manchester M23 0AB100 miles

This ride has now passed.

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Thank you to all the riders who took part in the ride the ride on Sunday. Luckily avoiding the rain which held off until the end of the day, we hope that all participants enjoyed the event and we were grateful for the positive feedback received from riders following the ride.
Unfortunately, there was no official photographer on the ride, due to personal circumstances preventing their attendance.
This was the last Bike Events ride of 2024 and we look forward to welcoming riders again next year. In the meantime: keep pedalling, stay healthy!

Some comments received following this year's ride:

“I had a fantastic and enjoyable day on the bike with memorable company. The feed station came at about the right time” Greg
”... a fantastic and enjoyable day on the bike with memorable company.” Greg
“Brilliant day . Well organised.” Sue
“Great day, and no rain. biggest ride I have done so far & felt good.” Dave
“We all had a blast. Thanks Bike Events!” Michael

THIS IS THE 100 MILE RIDE FOR THE 100KM RIDE, PLEASE CLICK HERE

Starting and finishing in Wythenshawe Park, the Manchester 100 mile will take you through beautiful country lanes on a sweep through the beautiful Cheshire landscape. Enjoy a great day's cycling with mechanics, pick-up vehicles, marshals and refreshment stops along the signed route. Cyclists will return to a warm welcome and a medal.

Choose a timeband when you book of under 6 hours, under 8 hours or under 10 hours.

Ride Details

Start

Wythenshawe Park, Wythenshawe Rd, Manchester M23 0AB
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Finish

Wythenshawe Park, Wythenshawe Rd, Manchester M23 0AB
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Distance

100 miles

Challenge rating

ELEVATION INFO (TOTAL CLIMB): 3185ft.

Start times

07.00 - 08.00*

Pricing

Entry Pack/s (enter number of riders required) - includes P+P (£29.90)
Team Entry (Enter no. riders) - includes P+P (£29.90)
16 & 17 year old Entry - includes P+P (£29.90)

Local info

Manchester Visitor Centre: 0871 222 8223
www.visitcheshire.com
www.visitmanchester.com

Other info

Start times are for guidance and help to minimise congestion. If you wish to change your start time, there's no need to contact Bike Events.
Pre-registered riders: check booking details in your online account area for your individual start time
Riders will be set off in small groups at 30 second intervals.
Choose a timeband of under 6 hours, under 8 hours or under 10 hours when you book your place. You must be able to complete the route in under 10 hours.

Minimum rider age is 16 YRS.
ALL riders MUST wear a helmet. A selection of helmets will be available for purchase on the day.

You can refill your water bottle and purchase food and drinks at the official refreshment stops along the way. (bring some cash in case card payments aren't accepted).
September weather can be mixed, so you may want to bring waterproofs along with your sunscreen!
Road/ hybrid bike suitable.

** We recommend that all riders have both bike and personal liability insurances as we cannot be held responsible for damage, loss or theft of your bike or personal items or personal liability.**
We advise all riders take a Covid-19 test prior to taking part in the ride. Do NOT take part if you are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms.

GPX routes are available after online booking.

For answers to common queries about our rides, please see our ONLINE FAQs

Ride Gradings

Suitable for anyone who enjoys a reasonably active life. The pace is gentle and the terrain flat to undulating. Distances no more than 30 miles (50km).

Suitable for those with slightly more cycling experience. the terrain can be a little hillier than grade 1.5 and distances up to 45 miles (70km).

For the regular and reasonably fit cyclist. The terrain may include some challenging hills and distances up to 75 miles (110km).

These routes require a good level of fitness and stamina and feature challenging inclines and/or a longer time in the saddle. Distances can be up to 100 miles (160km).

Getting here by car

Wythenshawe Park is close to Jc 3a of the M56. Then take A5103, Princess Parkway and turn on to Wythenshawe Road (B5167) using the north entrance to the park off Wythenshawe Road. All day parking at Wythenshawe Park is £4.00. Buy in advance to avoid queues on the day, and have your ticket ready to show at the entrance! If you do want to buy a parking ticket on the day, please bring CASH!! If you've already bought a ticket online but haven't received it by post, don't worry, the marshals at the gate will have you on their list.

Getting here by train

Piccadilly station is only 7 miles north of the park. Please check with operator regarding carriage of bikes.
National Rail enquiries 03457 48 49 50
www.nationalrail.co.uk

Ride information

Support Services

You're welcome to raise money for one of the charities below (select when you book online) or for a charity of your choice (contact them after you've booked to arrange sponsorship).

CHARITIES - please contact us for information about how to get involved and for details of our Open Event fundraising packages