The route rolls through the picturesque villages of Oxfordshire , Northamptonshire and Warwickshire on quiet country roads with challenging short hills , rolling countryside and great views. The route also takes in the towns of Kidlington and Banbury with well stocked feed stations along the way.

The 100mile route will include the middle and short routes plus the hilly challenges of Avon Dassett and Edge Hill before heading back through the country roads to Bicester .

The middle route follows the same route from Bicester to Kidlington back through rolling countryside to Bicester and then through the gentle up's and down's and villages to Banbury. The route has no large hills or descents. This is a 65mile route with three feed stations along the way perfect for those wanting a relaxed ride .

The Family ride is a 28mile loop route from Bicester Leisure Centre to Kidlington Lesiure Centre. The route is great way to experience a sportive as a family or for those who are trying a sportive for the first time. The route is undulating and on quiet roads , well marshalled and signposted with a well stocked feed station half way.

All under 16 riders can ride the short route FOR FREE with a paying adult.

Info for Riders

The Change Gear Cherwell Sportive starts in North Oxfordshire and with 3 routes available offers something for a wide range of riders no matter what ability or age. The routes are a family friendly 28 mile a challenging 65 mile and an opportunity to go 'Over the Edge' on the stiff 100mile route.