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EVENT CODE07COTS26
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STARTCheltenham Racecourse
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END
Cheltenham Racecourse
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EVENT TYPESportive
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AGE RANGE12 - 90
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PARKING LINKGL50 4SH
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WHAT 3 WORDSPARKING LINK
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ENTRY COST£40.00
THE COTSWOLDS 100 SPORTIVE –
NOW IN ITS 7th YEAR!
ABOUT
Description
Starting and finishing near Cheltenham, this scenic ride takes you through some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Designed as a relaxed, enjoyable day in the saddle rather than a punishing challenge, this sportive is all about celebrating the joy of cycling in one of the UK’s most beautiful regions. Whether you’re riding solo or with friends, it’s the perfect opportunity to soak up the scenery and simply enjoy being on the bike.
Choose from two route options:
🚴♂️ Long Route – 166 km (101 miles)🚴 🚴 Medium Route – 104 km (64 miles)🚴 Whichever you go for, you're guaranteed an unforgettable ride—and a great way to tick off that coveted “100” on your cycling palmarès, whether you're counting in miles or kilometres.
Continue your 2026 season with a truly rewarding experience. With a friendly, inclusive atmosphere, this is a sportive that welcomes cyclists of all abilities and celebrates great riding in great company.
THIS EVENT IS FULLY SUPPORTED WITH MARKED ROUTES, INCLUDING MECHANICAL AND MEDICAL SUPPORT.
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SPECIFIC EVENT INFORMATION
Below you will find the event information, please take the time to read it.
Parking will open at
Registration will be from
You can start from
The START will close at
You can view a full map of all the routes by following this link.
ROUTE MAPIf you require a printed map, you need to download and print your own, there are no printed maps available at the event.
Although the routes are comprehensively marked with route arrows on occasion people move these signs, we suggest downloading the route to a phone or navigation device just in case you need route assistance on the day.
For the safety of riders and the sanity of event staff we must use cut offs, if you start your ride at the appropriate time and can ride at approx. 12 mph you will make the course split point.
On this event the cut off is at
RIDERS ON ALL ROUTES MUST RETURN TO THE EVENT VENUE BY 1630
Plus a few other things that we source as they become available, not everything on the above list will be available at every feed.
Please note we do not supply gels and we cannot guarantee the products do not contain nuts, gluten, or wheat, if you have specific food tolerances you will need to carry your own supplies.
Depending on your route choice will determine how many feed stations you have :-
Naunton village hall.
39 km Long route only.
Elmley village hall.
93 km Long route, 47 km Medium route.
Eckington village hall.
118 km Long route only.
