6 - 9th May 2010 / Fundraising £500 (including Deposit) – NOW FULL.
Early bookings now being taken for 9th-12th September 2010 at same fundraising target – email gillian@redventure.org
Test your Stamina and endurance on this 3-day challenge
Make no mistake, this is not a challenge to be underestimated. It is a tough ride with long hills, that will test even the fittest of cyclists. Be prepared to take on the Pennines!
Bring yourself and your bike to the meeting point in Sunderland on Thursday, early evening, and we’ll take care of the rest.
You can concentrate on admiring the views across the Lake District, pushing on up the Pennines, and scooting downhill into Sunderland for the finish line by the seaside.
You’ll leave your car in a safe place at the finish point, where we will then transport you and your bike to the start. On Friday then you will cycle across England from West to East over 3 days. You will have a warm bed in a B&B and breakfast included in the cost, and you will finish at your car on Sunday. You then have the option to drive home, or we can add another night to your weekend, and we will have a celebratory dinner for those staying on.
All the info you need should be here, but if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us
Thursday - Sunderland meet, transported to start point in Whitehaven
This evening we will meet and greet at Sunderland, drive to Whitehaven, enjoy a welcome dinner and drink and overnight in a local B&B.
Friday - Whitehaven to Greystoke/Penrith
Approx. distance 50 miles. One big climb at Whinlatter, otherwise undulating.
Today we will start our cycling adventure. This first day of the C2C will take us through the northern section of the Lake District National Park. This is Britain’s largest park, and you’ll be travelling past some of its most impressive peaks – Skiddaw, Blecathra and the northern reaches of the Helvelyn range. You’ll also encounter a great number of traditional Lakeland villages, as well as the focal town for this area Keswick which has a great selection of cafes for lunch time.
Saturday - Penrith to Allenheads/ Rookhope
Approx. distance 50 miles. Climbs up Hartside, out of Garrigill and Black Hill. A tough day over very hilly terrain.
Today we will continue on with our challenge. After breakfast we will set off towards Rookhope, this part of the journey will have you right in the heart of the Pennines. Today you’ll encounter your biggest challenges, and as you coast down towards the river Eden from Penrith you’ll see the first Pennine ridge rising up before you. The scenery takes a dramatic change now, as the sheer peaks of the Lakes become rolling valleys and open moors. We will overnight at Rookhope where we can enjoy a warm shower to ease up our muscles for tomorrow’s last stint.
Sunday - Allenheads/Rookhope to Sunderland
Approx. distance 45 miles. Climb out of Allenheads/Rookhope, then its level or downhill all the way to the finish.
After breakfast we will set off on our last leg of the route. You will be able to enjoy this scenic route as it follows the north bank of the Wear, skirting Washington and passing the Stadium of Light. The end is at the Marina at Roker, a grand spot to finish. And now we will take to the sea and follow tradition and dip our wheels in the briny.
Congratulations are now in order, as you celebrate the success of your journey across Britain!
You will then be able to get in your car and drive home, or take the option of staying in Sunderland on Sunday night for a celebratory dinner.
What sort of bike will I need?
We would recommend a good hybrid or mountain bike with at least 21 gears, preferably with front suspension only, and semi-slick or off-road tyres. There is quite a bit of road work but you will need knobblies on the side at least for the rough bits. Gel seat covers are also recommended, even if you already have a gel seat, even for the boys!
Don’t panic if you don’t have the perfect set up, many people do it on all sorts of variations, this is just the ideal scenario to make it as easy as possible. You can also hire the ‘perfect’ bike when you get there for £60, just let us know if you want us to arrange that for you.
Price includes: Trained staff and medic, support vehicle, B&B accommodation (3 nights), breakfast, transfer of bags, transfer from car to starting point.
Price excludes: Lunch and dinners, any bike hire, your transport to the meeting point in Sunderland and home again.
Trek details may be changed subject to circumstances
If you want to take part, and would like to pay for your deposit online, and have a PayPal account, you can do so via our Secure PayPal account, please choose your trek from the list below and follow the instructions. Thank you.
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