Ride the Reservoir

Cycle Sportive , Birmingham – Sunday, 20 Mar 2016

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Registered Sportive

Event Summary

Event Overview

Blow away the winter cobwebs and join Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice for our springtime sponsored cycle event.

Starting at the prestigious King Edward’s Five Ways School, riders can choose from two scenic routes. Both routes meander through the leafy green South Birmingham suburbs and the picturesque countryside of North Worcestershire. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or complete novice, there is a route to suit your ability.

The Family Route - A 14km cycle around the reservoir and into the leafy suburbs of Bartley Green.

The Tour de Bartley Green – A 60km hilly challenge starting in Bartley Green and extending into Frankley, Romsley, Chaddesley Corbett, Barnt Green and back to the reservoir.

We ask everyone to pre-register for the event. Cyclist can sign-in on the day and head off at any time between 10am and 11am.

Refreshments and toilets will be available at the start/finish point. For the Tour de Bartley Green route there will be a water station and comfort stop en route. For your safety both routes will be fully signed and marshalled at busy junctions.

All finishers will receive a commemorative gift and complimentary refreshments.

Event Details

Event URN:

387166

Start Date:

Sun, 20th Mar 2016

Event Type:

Cycle Sportive (Non-Competitive)

Venue:

King Edward VI Five Ways School, , Scotland Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, B32 4BT

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Cheques payable to:

Birmingham St Mary's Hospice

Event Website:

Visit Website

Reports

Saddle Up for Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice

Posted 25/02/2016 - Lucy Watkins

Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice is calling on cyclists of all abilities to take part in their ...

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About the Event

The Rides

Family Route Ride
Date Start Distance Est. Field Size
Sun 20/03/16 10:00 01 hr / plus 1 laps / 14km / 9 miles 150
Entry: Postal: (£10.00), On Day: (£12.00)
Sun 20/03/16 – 10:00
Est. Field Size: 150
01 hr / plus 1 laps / 14km / 9 miles
Tour de Bartley Green Route Ride
Date Start Distance Est. Field Size
Sun 20/03/16 10:00 02 hr / plus 1 laps / 60km / 37 miles 250
Entry: Postal: (£18.00), On Day: (£20.00)
Sun 20/03/16 – 10:00
Est. Field Size: 250
02 hr / plus 1 laps / 60km / 37 miles

Event Summary

Event Overview

Blow away the winter cobwebs and join Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice for our springtime sponsored cycle event.

Starting at the prestigious King Edward’s Five Ways School, riders can choose from two scenic routes. Both routes meander through the leafy green South Birmingham suburbs and the picturesque countryside of North Worcestershire. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or complete novice, there is a route to suit your ability.

The Family Route - A 14km cycle around the reservoir and into the leafy suburbs of Bartley Green.

The Tour de Bartley Green – A 60km hilly challenge starting in Bartley Green and extending into Frankley, Romsley, Chaddesley Corbett, Barnt Green and back to the reservoir.

We ask everyone to pre-register for the event. Cyclist can sign-in on the day and head off at any time between 10am and 11am.

Refreshments and toilets will be available at the start/finish point. For the Tour de Bartley Green route there will be a water station and comfort stop en route. For your safety both routes will be fully signed and marshalled at busy junctions.

All finishers will receive a commemorative gift and complimentary refreshments.

Event Details

Event URN:

387166

Start Date:

Sun, 20th Mar 2016

Event Type:

Cycle Sportive (Non-Competitive)

Venue:

King Edward VI Five Ways School, , Scotland Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, B32 4BT

View map

Cheques payable to:

Birmingham St Mary's Hospice

Event Website:

Visit Website

Reports

Saddle Up for Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice

Posted 25/02/2016 - Lucy Watkins

Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice is calling on cyclists of all abilities to take part in their ...

View Full Report

About the Event

The Rides

Family Route Ride
Date Start Distance Est. Field Size
Sun 20/03/16 10:00 01 hr / plus 1 laps / 14km / 9 miles 150
Entry: Postal: (£10.00), On Day: (£12.00)
Sun 20/03/16 – 10:00
Est. Field Size: 150
01 hr / plus 1 laps / 14km / 9 miles
Tour de Bartley Green Route Ride
Date Start Distance Est. Field Size
Sun 20/03/16 10:00 02 hr / plus 1 laps / 60km / 37 miles 250
Entry: Postal: (£18.00), On Day: (£20.00)
Sun 20/03/16 – 10:00
Est. Field Size: 250
02 hr / plus 1 laps / 60km / 37 miles

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