Pearson Steeplechase
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From Pearson Cycle Specialists Limited
Saturday 27th April 2024
Past event
09:00
Tadworth
£50.00 · 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the Pearson Steeplechase, hosted by Pearson Cycle Specialists Limited on Saturday, April 27, 2024! Set against the stunning backdrop of Tadworth, Surrey, this exciting new event welcomes both road and gravel riders to test their skills and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Box Hill. Participants can choose between a challenging 100km road route or a rewarding 60km gravel route, both designed to provide an unforgettable experience.
As you pedal through the picturesque Surrey countryside, you’ll encounter various checkpoints marked by charming church steeples, adding a unique touch to your ride. The Pearson Steeplechase promises not just competitive excitement but also a vibrant atmosphere with food and drink stalls, live music, and picnic opportunities for riders and families alike. With fully signposted routes, GPS routing, and professional timing systems, every cyclist can ride with confidence. Don’t miss out on this fantastic cycling event—entries are open now, so secure your spot and join us for a day filled with camaraderie and adventure!
As you pedal through the picturesque Surrey countryside, you’ll encounter various checkpoints marked by charming church steeples, adding a unique touch to your ride. The Pearson Steeplechase promises not just competitive excitement but also a vibrant atmosphere with food and drink stalls, live music, and picnic opportunities for riders and families alike. With fully signposted routes, GPS routing, and professional timing systems, every cyclist can ride with confidence. Don’t miss out on this fantastic cycling event—entries are open now, so secure your spot and join us for a day filled with camaraderie and adventure!
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Pearson Steeplechase Road
Entries closed£50.00
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Pearson Steeplechase Gravel
Entries closed£50.00
Event information
Both courses will take riders via a series of steeples through the beautiful Surrey countryside.
Food and refreshments: Food and drink stalls at HQ. Ample food and hydration stations on both routes.
Entertainment: Music at start and finish, gantry start/finish line. Polo match invites for afternoon picnic opportunities for riders and families.
Rider benefits: Mechanics at HQ and feedstop, roaming first aid responders and medical provision at HQ. Fully signposted route, GPS routing, timing mat with bike mounted timing chips. Woven finisher’s badge for gravel and road riders. Rider event photography. Idyllic cycling routes and surroundings at Box Hill, steeped in the Surrey countryside.
Entertainment: Music at start and finish, gantry start/finish line. Polo match invites for afternoon picnic opportunities for riders and families.
Rider benefits: Mechanics at HQ and feedstop, roaming first aid responders and medical provision at HQ. Fully signposted route, GPS routing, timing mat with bike mounted timing chips. Woven finisher’s badge for gravel and road riders. Rider event photography. Idyllic cycling routes and surroundings at Box Hill, steeped in the Surrey countryside.
Free parking on site
Box Hill Steeplechase Event Village. RH5 6BY
By bike, car and rail. The train station at Box Hill and West Humble is 5 minutes away by bike. Dorking railway station is 15 minutes by bike.
Staged across the rolling Surrey countryside, the time chipped event offers two different courses on two types of terrain; gravel grinders can sign up to a 60km off-road ride, while road riders can opt for a 100km route on the hard stuff. According to experts (us), a good roadie and their gravel-riding equivalent should complete their respective distances in roughly the same times. Whichever course you choose, riders will be required to pass multiple checkpoints all of which are, funnily enough, church steeples.
The event is likely to be competitive but, like the Lord’s house, all are welcome. Indeed, for those of you who conclude that slow-and-steady doesn’t win the race but frankly who cares, Pearson will be waiting at the finish line with a beverage or two. Because, in contrast to the abundance of steeples you’ll encounter en route, the Pearson Steeplechase concludes at just the one pub. If that wasn’t enough, we’ve even roped in some equine action for the post-ride entertainment.
The steeplechase concludes at the Hurtwood Park Polo Club where, as luck would have it, a polo match will take place that same afternoon and is free-to-watch to all Pearson Steeplechasers. The nearest train station to Hurtwood Polo Club is Ockley Station, only 5.8 miles away, and there is also extensive free parking at the venue for those arriving by car.
The event is likely to be competitive but, like the Lord’s house, all are welcome. Indeed, for those of you who conclude that slow-and-steady doesn’t win the race but frankly who cares, Pearson will be waiting at the finish line with a beverage or two. Because, in contrast to the abundance of steeples you’ll encounter en route, the Pearson Steeplechase concludes at just the one pub. If that wasn’t enough, we’ve even roped in some equine action for the post-ride entertainment.
The steeplechase concludes at the Hurtwood Park Polo Club where, as luck would have it, a polo match will take place that same afternoon and is free-to-watch to all Pearson Steeplechasers. The nearest train station to Hurtwood Polo Club is Ockley Station, only 5.8 miles away, and there is also extensive free parking at the venue for those arriving by car.
Organiser's description
The Pearson Steeplechase is an exciting new event for both road and gravel riders alike. Choose between a 100km road route or a 60km gravel route, both starting and finishing in the beautiful surroundings of Box Hill in Surrey.
EVENT DETAILS
Date and time: Sunday 17 September 2023, 9:30-16:00
Price: £50 including woven finisher’s badge.
Venue and location: Box Hill Steeplechase Event Village RH5 6BY
Food and refreshments: Food and drink stalls at HQ. Ample food and hydration stations on both routes.
Entertainment: Music at start and finish, gantry start/finish line. Picnic opportunities for riders and families.
Rider Benefits: Mechanics at HQ and feedstop, roaming first aid responders and medical provision at HQ. Fully signposted route, GPS routing, timing mat with bike mounted timing chips. Woven finisher’s badge for gravel and road riders. Rider event photography. Idyllic cycling routes and surroundings at Box Hill, steeped in the Surrey countryside.
As the name suggests, the Pearson Steeplechase is inspired by the equine discipline of steeplechasing, a sport invented in Ireland in the 18th century. Staged across the rolling Surrey countryside, the event offers two different courses on two types of terrain; gravel grinders can sign up for a 60km off-road ride, while road riders can opt for a 100km route on the hard stuff. According to experts, a good roadie and their gravel riding equivalent should complete their respective distances in roughly the same time.
Whichever course you choose, riders will pass a number of checkpoints all of which are, funnily enough, church steeples. The event is likely to be competitive but, like the Lord’s house, all are welcome. Indeed, for those of you who conclude that slow-and-steady doesn’t win the race but frankly who cares, Pearson will be waiting at the finish line with a beverage or two, so please join us!
Entries are open now.
EVENT DETAILS
Date and time: Sunday 17 September 2023, 9:30-16:00
Price: £50 including woven finisher’s badge.
Venue and location: Box Hill Steeplechase Event Village RH5 6BY
Food and refreshments: Food and drink stalls at HQ. Ample food and hydration stations on both routes.
Entertainment: Music at start and finish, gantry start/finish line. Picnic opportunities for riders and families.
Rider Benefits: Mechanics at HQ and feedstop, roaming first aid responders and medical provision at HQ. Fully signposted route, GPS routing, timing mat with bike mounted timing chips. Woven finisher’s badge for gravel and road riders. Rider event photography. Idyllic cycling routes and surroundings at Box Hill, steeped in the Surrey countryside.
As the name suggests, the Pearson Steeplechase is inspired by the equine discipline of steeplechasing, a sport invented in Ireland in the 18th century. Staged across the rolling Surrey countryside, the event offers two different courses on two types of terrain; gravel grinders can sign up for a 60km off-road ride, while road riders can opt for a 100km route on the hard stuff. According to experts, a good roadie and their gravel riding equivalent should complete their respective distances in roughly the same time.
Whichever course you choose, riders will pass a number of checkpoints all of which are, funnily enough, church steeples. The event is likely to be competitive but, like the Lord’s house, all are welcome. Indeed, for those of you who conclude that slow-and-steady doesn’t win the race but frankly who cares, Pearson will be waiting at the finish line with a beverage or two, so please join us!
Entries are open now.
Location
Box Hill Steeplechase Event Village RH5 6BY
Box Hill, Tadworth RH5 6BY, UK
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