Helmsley Hillman Road Bike Sportive
ME
From Marauder Events
Sunday 20th August 2023
Past event
09:00
York
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating cycling experience at the Helmsley Hillman Road Bike Sportive, organized by Marauder Events! This exciting event will take place on Sunday, August 20th, 2023, in the picturesque town of Helmsley, located in North Yorkshire. Cyclists of all skill levels are invited to join this thrilling challenge, which offers two fantastic distance options: a scenic 50km ride or an adventurous 100km ride.
Starting from the stunning Duncombe Park Estate, participants will embark on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful roads of North Yorkshire, making it the perfect way to cap off your summer season. With small group start times to be arranged in advance, you’ll enjoy a unique and safe riding experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this incredible event and challenge yourself in the heart of nature!
Starting from the stunning Duncombe Park Estate, participants will embark on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful roads of North Yorkshire, making it the perfect way to cap off your summer season. With small group start times to be arranged in advance, you’ll enjoy a unique and safe riding experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this incredible event and challenge yourself in the heart of nature!
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Starting in the stunning countryside town of Helmsley, you’ll head out to tackle some classic climbs and sweeping descents.
Not for the faint-hearted, the 100km route will be a mental and physical challenge, but you’ll be rewarded with epic views and beautiful scenery.
Not for the faint-hearted, the 100km route will be a mental and physical challenge, but you’ll be rewarded with epic views and beautiful scenery.
Family, Friends and Supporters – We actively encourage spectators to come along to cheer and enjoy the event environment. Perhaps you want to come along and get a feel for what it’s like to participate.
Mechanical Support – Planet X Bike Technicians will be available to provide essential mechanical support. Don’t expect them to carry out a full service; this is for small last, minute basic support. Please note, there may be a charge for some parts, you will be asked in advance before a repair is made.
D.I.Y Pit Station – there will be several bike stands, some basic tools, a track pump etc for competitors to use. Once registered, participants will be able to access these facilities.
Car Parking – there is ample parking facilities on-site, please follow instructions and speed limits on site.
Toilets – there are toilets on-site.
Medical and emergency – there will be emergency medical personnel in attendance. For minor bumps and scratches, we suggest you bring along a personal first aid kit.
Refreshments, food and drinks – refreshments and snacks will be available with strategically placed feed stations.
Bike Wash – you’ll be able to wash your bike post-event, using Jobsworth cleaning products
Mechanical Support – Planet X Bike Technicians will be available to provide essential mechanical support. Don’t expect them to carry out a full service; this is for small last, minute basic support. Please note, there may be a charge for some parts, you will be asked in advance before a repair is made.
D.I.Y Pit Station – there will be several bike stands, some basic tools, a track pump etc for competitors to use. Once registered, participants will be able to access these facilities.
Car Parking – there is ample parking facilities on-site, please follow instructions and speed limits on site.
Toilets – there are toilets on-site.
Medical and emergency – there will be emergency medical personnel in attendance. For minor bumps and scratches, we suggest you bring along a personal first aid kit.
Refreshments, food and drinks – refreshments and snacks will be available with strategically placed feed stations.
Bike Wash – you’ll be able to wash your bike post-event, using Jobsworth cleaning products
There will be free parking at the event.
One of Yorkshire’s finest historic houses and estates, and home to the Duncombe family.
Located in Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park, the estate boasts over 450 acres of spectacular gardens, parklands and nature reserve.
Located in Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park, the estate boasts over 450 acres of spectacular gardens, parklands and nature reserve.
To participate in the Helmsley Hillsman, you must bring the following items as part of your mandatory kit.
Helmet.
First Aid kit – including a foil blanket or emergency bivi bag.
Bike Repair Essentials
Waterproof Jacket
Appropriate Clothing for the conditions on the day
Water and Nutrition
Mobile Phone – with the race directors number in it (won’t be available until the event briefing)
Although not mandatory, we would recommend bringing:
Hat
Gloves
Helmet.
First Aid kit – including a foil blanket or emergency bivi bag.
Bike Repair Essentials
Waterproof Jacket
Appropriate Clothing for the conditions on the day
Water and Nutrition
Mobile Phone – with the race directors number in it (won’t be available until the event briefing)
Although not mandatory, we would recommend bringing:
Hat
Gloves
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Organiser's description
The Helmsley Hillman Road Bike Sportive is the challenge you’ve been waiting for, the perfect Road Bike challenge to finish your summer season.
Starting at Duncombe Park Estate in Helmsley, you’ll head onto the roads of North Yorkshire to take on a beautiful, challenging road bike route for an epic ride to round out the summer.
You’ll be set off in small groups with the exact time to be agreed in advance. Choose from two distances, either a 50km ride or a 100km ride.
Starting at Duncombe Park Estate in Helmsley, you’ll head onto the roads of North Yorkshire to take on a beautiful, challenging road bike route for an epic ride to round out the summer.
You’ll be set off in small groups with the exact time to be agreed in advance. Choose from two distances, either a 50km ride or a 100km ride.
Location
Duncombe Park, York, YO62 5, United Kingdom
Helmsley Hillman Road Bike Sportive
ME
Marauder Events
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Since
2022
Events
10+
Avg. review
4.2