The date is set for the next Bronte BigK Bike Challenge - 22nd September 2013.
Take a look at last year's event for more information about what the challenge involves and to view rider results and a photo gallery. Bronte Bikes Challenge 2012
About the routes
The Bronte Bike Challenge is ideal for both mountain bikers and X bikers. The three routes are named after the Bronte sisters as the routes travel through the very landscape that inspired their written works.
All routes start at Oxenhope Recreation Ground and are well marked - feed stations are provided.
The rides form part of the Ride for Ryder series of events across the country, which raises funds for us at Sue Ryder. The majority of proceeds from this ride go our local Sue Ryder centre, Manorlands Hospice.
Registration
Anne route
£12 individual entry
£25 group entry - for up to and including five people.
Charlotte and Emily routes
£20 early bird until Friday 30th August 2013
£25 individual entry
Registration is now open - please complete the online registration form via the 'Register for this event' button.
BigK3
The BigK commitee organise three big events each year for Sue Ryder:
Take on the challenge of all three events and claim an exclusive BigK3 t-shirt and save £20 on the total entrance fee! See BigK3 for full details and to sign up.
Bronte Mountain Bike Challenge Routes
Charlotte
A 26 mile extreme challenge route - shorter than the previous Charlotte route but with a higher proportion of off-road cycling. Route tackles the notorious 'stairs' and goes over the moors to Widdop, Worsthorne, and back via a brand new section of the Pennine Bridleway and the 'stairs'.
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Emily
An intermediate route of 21 miles; the route goes over the moor to Widdop then to Shuttleworth Pasture, historic Wycoller and back via Stanbury. It is a challenging mix of tracks, trails and minor roads, but not as intense as the Charlotte.
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Anne
A beginner’s ride of less rugged terrain, approximately 11 miles and takes in Haworth, Cullingworth and Harecroft. A scenic loop from Oxenhope towards Haworth and Harecroft, mainly on minor roads but there are some tracks. Suitable for the family and younger children, but under 11’s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Event enquiries
For more information, registration problems, fundraising assistance or for event sponsorship opportunities, please email Andrew Wood or call Andrew on 01535 640176.
Other Sue Ryder events you may be interested in...
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Bronte Sportive - 28th July 2013 - five challenging cycling routes in Bronte country