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The Peak District Climbing Challenge


A road cycling route starting from Bircotes

An epic road route with breathtaking climbs

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Take on the ultimate cycling challenge with The Peak District Climbing Challenge, a 120 km road cycling route starting near Bircotes. With a challenging ascent of 1603 meters, this route promises breathtaking climbs and stunning scenery. Highlights along the route include Firbeck, offering panoramic views and clean countryside air, Wales, known for its breathtaking landscapes and scenic beauty, Water Mint, a rare flower found in specific areas of the Peak District, Ecclesall, featuring picturesque views and charming villages, Hollow Meadows, surrounded by beautiful nature reserves, Bolsterstone, a peaceful village with stunning countryside views, Wath upon Dearne, showcasing its industrial history and vibrant community, and Tickhill, a picturesque town with historical charm. Cyclists can experience exhilarating climbs while exploring all these epic highlights along the way.

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120 km
1603 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Bircotes Village center
Bircotes: Access to famous climbs and iconic cycling locations in the Peak District.
Bircotes is a locality situated in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. As a road and gravel cyclist, Bircotes offers a mix of flat and hilly routes that cater to different preferences and abilities. The surrounding area features several well-known climbs, such as Holme Moss and Mam Tor, which offer a challenge to more experienced riders. Bircotes is within close proximity to iconic cycling locations in the Peak District, making it a great home base for exploring the region. Cyclists can enjoy the beautiful countryside scenery and choose from a variety of route options with varying difficulty levels.
FirbeckVillage
Firbeck attracts cyclists with panoramic views from its elevated locations and offers fresh countryside air to breathe in.
WalesVillage
Wales, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and diverse cycling routes, provides scenic beauty at every turn.
Water MintViewpoint
Water Mint, a rare flower found in specific areas of the Peak District, adds natural beauty to the route.
EcclesallSub-urb
Ecclesall showcases delightful views and charming villages that create a picturesque atmosphere.
Hollow MeadowsHamlet
Hollow Meadows, with its surrounding nature reserves, offers a stunning escape to cyclists seeking tranquility and beauty.
BolsterstoneVillage
Bolsterstone is a peaceful village boasting incredible countryside views that delight every cyclist along the route.
Wath upon DearneTown
Wath upon Dearne provides insights into its industrial past and showcases a vibrant local community.
TickhillTown
Tickhill, with its historical charm, offers picturesque views that captivate cyclists throughout their journey.
Finish: Bircotes Village center
Bircotes: Access to famous climbs and iconic cycling locations in the Peak District.

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