White Horse Challenge

The White Horse Challenge is a useful early season ride that will enable riders to gauge their fitness level as they cycle 70 or 90 miles through some of the most scenic parts of Wiltshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire.

What can riders expect?

Start and finish at the Memorial hall in the village of Shrivenham, Oxfordshire.

Pass by four white horses: Uffington, Broadtown, Cherhill & Hackpen (Uffington White Horse is the oldest of all British chalk figures and dates back almost 3000 years).

Passing through Avebury which lies in the heart of the Wiltshire downs. The Avebury stones are thought to have been constructed in neolithic times (2700 BC to 2400 BC).

Enjoy beautiful views across the Lambourn & Marlborough downs.

Other historical places such as the Saxon town of Cricklade and picturesque villages such as Hannington and Castle Eaton.

What's included:

• Comprehensively and clearly marked routes (gps files on website)
• Electronic timing
• Finishers medal
• Free car parking
• Two well-stocked feeding stations (one on 70 mile route)
• Broom wagon and mechanical support
• Motorcycle outrider support
• Medical cover (provided by Saint Johns Ambulance)
• High quality photos of all riders available to download for free
• Individual times available immediately at the event HQ
• Changing, showers and toilets available
• Hot food available to purchase at the finish