The Ribble Valley has masses of great riding on offer, whether you like riding on quiet undulating roads or challenging yourself on some of the countries best Climbs!

This event features, The Nick O' Pendle, Pendle Big end (KOM in stage 2 of 2015 ToB), Waddington Fell, Cross of Greet, Bowland Knotts, Whalley Nab & Jeffey Hill, linked together by some beautifully scenic, undulating quiet lanes.

The Pendle loop (25m) takes you over the Nick O' Pendle and returns over Pendle's Big end. We've also used our local knowledge to introduce some less known (but equally great) climbs en route.

The Bowland Fells loop (43m) is comprised of 3 challenging and scenic climbs. Firstly, you will ride over Waddington Fell, before riding over Cross of Greet, returning over Bowland Knotts. This loop is the longest of the three and also features the most climbing at over 5,000ft!

The Ribble loop (48.5m) involves less climbing than the Bowland fells, but is possibly the most challenging of the three loops as you will be conquering the steep gradients of Whalley Nab Jeffrey Hill and Birdy Brow. 

If you challenge yourslf to ride all 3 routes, you will climb almost 13,000ft and ride 117m! However, its also a great introduction to cycling events as you have the option of riding one, two or all three of our Loops.

Info for Riders

'Le Grimpeur' is an opportunity to test out your climbing legs. Whether you are aiming to ride one, two or all three loops, this will be a challenging day, so we won't be using a timing system (although we will set up some STRAVA segments), all we ask is that you start each loop within the allotted time slots. Pendle Loop - 7:00 - 8:45 Bowland Fells Loop - 9:00 - 10:30 Ribble Loop - 12:00 - 14:00 Freshly prepared food and drink will be available throughout the day in our cafe, whether you want a quick snack between loops, lunch and a rest or cake (you'll have earned it!) to celebrate your achievement.