Eroica Britannia
- Date Fri 16th June 2017
- Location Bakewell, Derbyshire
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Eroica Britannia, taking place on Friday, June 16, 2017, in the picturesque town of Bakewell, Derbyshire. This unique cycling event invites 4,000 riders to embrace the charm of yesteryear by riding pre-1987 bicycles along three stunning routes that showcase the breathtaking beauty of the Peak District in all its summertime glory.
Participants will adhere to the event's delightful "10 Commandments," which include riding heroic bicycles, using downtube gear shifters, and dressing in vintage or era-specific attire. The fun doesn't stop with the rides; Eroica Britannia also features a vibrant family festival filled with vintage markets, the world’s largest bike jumble, live music, delicious food and drink, and camping options for a perfect weekend getaway. Join us from June 16-18 for the "World's Most Handsome Bike Ride" and celebrate the best of British culture in style!
Participants will adhere to the event's delightful "10 Commandments," which include riding heroic bicycles, using downtube gear shifters, and dressing in vintage or era-specific attire. The fun doesn't stop with the rides; Eroica Britannia also features a vibrant family festival filled with vintage markets, the world’s largest bike jumble, live music, delicious food and drink, and camping options for a perfect weekend getaway. Join us from June 16-18 for the "World's Most Handsome Bike Ride" and celebrate the best of British culture in style!
Eroica Britannia
Fri 16th June 2017
Organiser's Description
4,000 riders on pre-1987 bikes will gather once again in Bakewell, in the beautiful Peak District for 'The World's Most Handsome Bike Ride' - 3 routes in glorious, jaw-dropping, British scenery, resplendent in the English Summertime. Riders will observe 10 Commandments, such as: heroic bicycles only will be permitted; gear shifters must be on the downtube; participants must be dressed in vintage or era specific clothing; military, postman and delivery bikes allowed for the shorter routes... And all this alongside 3 days of family festival fun, celebrating the 'Best of British' - vintage sales, the World's biggest Bike Jumble, live music, food, drink, camping... Come and experience a truly Great British Adventure, 16-18 June.
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4 Brook Side, Bakewell DE45 1DY, UK
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