Taunton Flyer
From Sportiva Events
- Date Sun 27th April 2025
- Time 08:00
- Location Smeatharpe Airfield, Honiton, Devon, EX14 9RF
- Price £46.64 - £50.88
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the Taunton Flyer Sportive, proudly organized by Sportiva Events! On Sunday, April 27th, 2025, this exciting event will take place at Smeatharpe Airfield near Honiton, Devon. The Taunton Flyer is in its 9th edition and promises a fantastic experience for all participants while supporting SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity. Cyclists can choose from three breathtaking routes: the Spitfire at 37 miles, the Dakota at 63 miles, or the challenging Wellington at 101 miles. Each route takes you on a scenic journey through the stunning landscapes of East Devon and Somerset, passing by iconic wartime airfields like RAF Exeter and RAF Dunkeswell.
This early-season sportive features a mix of flat, open roads and rewarding climbs in the beautiful Blackdown Hills, making it ideal for cyclists of all levels. Riders will enjoy fully signed and supported routes, complete with well-stocked feed stations, professional chip timing, and a commemorative finishers medal. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, the Taunton Flyer is an event you won't want to miss! Join us for a day of adventure, camaraderie,
This early-season sportive features a mix of flat, open roads and rewarding climbs in the beautiful Blackdown Hills, making it ideal for cyclists of all levels. Riders will enjoy fully signed and supported routes, complete with well-stocked feed stations, professional chip timing, and a commemorative finishers medal. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, the Taunton Flyer is an event you won't want to miss! Join us for a day of adventure, camaraderie,
Taunton Flyer
Sun 27th April 2025
Organiser's Description
This year's Taunton Flyer Sportive (the 9th edition) will be taking place from Smeatharpe Airfield near Honiton. The event supports SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity and is themed around the wartime airfields of East Devon and Somerset, with routes that pass RAF Exeter (Exeter Airport), RAF Dunkeswell, RAF Upottery (Smeatharpe), RAF Culmhead, RAF Merryfield, and RAF Westonzoyland. This popular early season sportive, offers a mixture of open, flowing, flat roads combined with a couple of testing climbs in the Blackdown Hills (an area of outstanding natural beauty). The Taunton Flyer offers you a choice of three routes, the Spitfire (37 miles), the Dakota (63 miles) or the Wellington (101 miles). All routes are fully signed and supported with quality feed stations, outriders, mechanics and medics. The sportive includes electronic chip timing providing you with an official completion time, plus a finishers medal.
WHAT YOU GET
- Fully marked course
- Well stocked feedstations
- Quality cotton T-shirt (for entries 3 weeks before event date)
- Professional chip timing
- Event number boards
- 3 route options
- GPX files & detailed route descriptions
- Free event photos
- Full public liability insurance
- Professional First Aid
- Bike & rider recovery service
WHAT YOU GET
- Fully marked course
- Well stocked feedstations
- Quality cotton T-shirt (for entries 3 weeks before event date)
- Professional chip timing
- Event number boards
- 3 route options
- GPX files & detailed route descriptions
- Free event photos
- Full public liability insurance
- Professional First Aid
- Bike & rider recovery service
Races
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Wellington Route: 101 Miles
Sun 27th April 2025 (08:00)
£50.88
CLOSED -
Dakota Route: 63 Miles
Sun 27th April 2025 (08:10)
£49.29
CLOSED -
Spitfire: 37 Miles
Sun 27th April 2025 (08:20)
£46.64
CLOSED
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