This charity Sportive, now in its sixth edition (2020 was cancelled because of coronavirus), is organised by Perth Kinnoull Rotary Club working in partnership with Malawi Fruits. We are offering a memorable and enjoyable cycling challenge in some of Scotland's best scenery while raising funds to support local Perthshire charities and the international charity Malawi Fruits.

We are proud to announce that Guinness world record cyclist Mark Beaumont will join us again this year. Mark cycled with us in 2018 and here is what he said:

"The Tayside Challenge is without comparison the friendliest and most scenic sportive that I have taken part in. Following roads that I know so well during my training for cycling around the World, including the epic climb of the Amulree Pass and the sweeping descent of the Sma Glen. But best of all is the people - the volunteers and the camaraderie of fellow riders, all of which makes the Tayside Challenge a must-experience ride."

Mark recently added:  "This is the most beautiful and friendliest sportive in the Scottish cycling calendar and I am so looking forward to taking part once again."

Participants have the choice of the Tayside Challenge 81 - a challenging 81mile route or the Tayside Challenge 46- a more modest 46 mile cycling challenge for those who would not be able to complete the longer route in eight hours or less. Both events feature electronic chip timing and we ask for a donation of £35  for the charities, rather than an entry fee.  Because the proceeds go to charity, if you are able to tick the box for gift aid on the entry form then this is a great additional benefit.  Participants may choose to raise additional funds through sponsorship if they wish but this is not required.

Our routes taken in some of Highland Perthshire's best scenery and the longer route has a great climb up from Loch Tay just after the half way point. Whatever route you choose you will be sustained by great sandwiches and home baking provided by our team at the feed stations as well as bananas and health bars for that added sustenance

This increasingly popular event fully sold out last year so do not miss out, sign up today!

This event is linked with the Cairn o' Mount Challenge (www.cairnomountchallenge.org.uk) and the well-established Highland Perthshire Challenge so why not consider entering one or both of those  too! The events have the same ethos and Cairn o' Mount offers 30 mile and 80 mile routes - the longer route including the mighty Cairn! Highland Perthshire Challenge is based at Perth Airport and has two routes - 100 miles or 50 miles.  Book two events at the same time and you can claim a £10 discount or book all three to get £15 off the total donation!

At a Glance
  • 01 May 2021 8:00am
  • Tickets On Sale
  • Tayside ChallengeTayside ChallengePerth, Perthshire, UK
  • Up to 132 km (82 miles)
  • From 35.00 GBP
  • 400 Riders