Brathay Brutal - At 58 miles the Brutal may not be the longest ride out there, but with 6,200 feet of climbing it’s no small effort! With the steeper climbs ranging between 20% and 35% you will certainly have to work for your end of ride meal (which is included, by the way). With views over the Duddon Valley, Coniston Water and Windermere it is sure to be a scenic ride.

Brathay Belter - Building on a combination of our previous route and rides, we bring you a revamped Brathay Belter. Changes to the route following comments from last year result in a 44 mile route with 4,200 feet of climbing, presenting a nice challenge for those looking for a less strenuous ride out than the Brutal.

Brathay Breeze - At 15 miles with a total of 1,400 feet of climbing the Breeze is the ideal chance just to have a go at a cycling sportive while enjoying the stunning Lake District scenery.

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Info for Riders

Brathay Brutal - Starting and finishing at Brathay Hall Ambleside, the Brutal covers 58 miles over the Duddon Valley, Coniston Water and Windermere, so it is sure to be a scenic ride. With the steeper climbs ranging between 20% and 35% you will certainly have to work for your end of ride meal (which is included, by the way).

The Brutal route is a difficult ride and requires an excellent level of fitness. It takes in five major climbs of 6,240 feet in total and that means steep and technical descents as well.

Brathay Belter - Covering a combination of the 2016 route and sections from the Brathay Brutal the route offers those looking for a challenge, but something not quite so “brutal”, the opportunity to enjoy some summer riding. Including climbs such as Blea Tarn, but steering around Wrynose Pass (unlike the Brutal which goes over it), the route isn’t flat by any stretch of the imagination.

The Belter is a difficult ride and requires a good level of fitness. With 3 major climbs including Blea Tarn the route isn't flat by any stretch of the imagination but with some good climbs comes some amazing scenery.

Brathay Breeze - For those new to cycling or just looking for something a bit less challenging, we bring you the Brathay Breeze. Whether you’re new to cycling or want some exercise while waiting for someone on the longer routes, the Brathay Breeze offers a great opportunity for your cycling season.

Whilst the Breeze is definately not flat (no ride in the Lake District if) it gives newer riders a good oppurtunity to experience some of the UK's best road cycling.

The events travel through some very remote and exposed countryside where for large distances thereis NO MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE. Please do not treat your entry lightly and remember to respect the challenge.

We do our best to ensure the courses have the required signage but you should be aware of the route and terrain and plan your ride accordingly.