Fred Whitton Challenge
Dates:
Sunday 10th May 2026
Location:
Grasmere Showgrounds
Price:
£105 per cyclist
Organiser:
https://fredwhittonchallenge.co.uk/
Lake District Cycling Challenge
10th May 2026
Compete or spectate one of the UK’s most competitive and challenging cycling events.
This legendary event is not just a ride—it’s a true test of endurance and skill! For those who conquer it, the sense of achievement is unmatched.
This charity event keeps tradition at its heart with its honours to the legacy of Fred Whitton, a passionate cyclist for the Lake District. Forwarding Fred’s ideals onto the newest generation of cyclists, it remains what it was always meant to be: a challenge.
Take on the challenge that spans 112 miles of breathtaking yet punishing terrain in the heart of the Lake District. Complete what is widely regarded as the most challenging one-day ride in the whole of the UK.
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