UK's Hardest Hundred: Forest of Bowland Epic

Long Route: 166km, 3439m

The 100mile route features 6 main climbs and a total of around 3,500m of elevation. We start out of Settle with the punchy High Lane Hill before rolling into Lancashire for the long Newton Fell (3.4km) and the steep Birdy Brow (averaging around 10% gradient).

The most famous climb is the Trough of Bowland before the rise to the Jubilee Tower with views over to the coast. After a relatively flat section by feed stop two in Wray, the route then heads over the mighty Cross O’ Greet before a quick descent to Slaidburn. From here we head back across the moor and over Bowland Knotts before one last lump and a descent back into Settle.

Medium Route: 119km, 2343m

A tough medium route featuring three major climbs in this stunning region with very little flat.

Starting out from Settle we head straight into Lancashire and get the legs warmed up before the first named climb of the day – The Trough of Bowland. This stunning climb through the trough is a top 100 climb but one where you can find a rythme and keep spinning.
The last two climbs are rugged, wild and beautiful. First up is the Cross o Greets, a long climb into remote moorland before heading up back over the moors and a rare bit of flat road getting you home to Settle.

FINISHERS MEDAL
Get to the finish and collect your well earned UK's Hardest Hundred Medal

FEED STOPS
We have feed stops approx every 30 to 40kms with fruit, cakes, water, hydration tabs & sports bars / gels.

FULLY MARKED ROUTE & TIMING CHIPS
Focus just the stunning views & thrilling ride. The route is marked out all the way & you can check your time for the route at the end.

RACE VILLAGE AT THE FINISH
After an epic ride, grab a coffee, cake & more from the food trucks at the end. Free parking for the day & toilets & also included in your entry.

• Wild & Beautiful Scenery: Take in views of the coast and the wild moors. This is one of the UK’s best kept secrets.
• Classic Climbs: A route full of climbing is highlighted by the Top 100 Trough of Bowland but packs plenty of other punches.
• Ride the Cross of Greet: One of the best climbs on the route, this rugged road passes a medieval boulder at the highest point of the pass with a thrilling descent that marks the end of the medium route.

Start Time: From 7.30am

Finish Time: Ride Village closes at 6pm

Long Route Cut Off: Through 100km checkpoint by 2.30pm

Start / Finish Location: Settle