British Heart Foundation - Ride Of The Roses

Saturday 2nd August

Heart First Bike RidesHearts First events are a fantastic way for you to look after your own heart's health whilst raising funds to help the British Heart Foundation continue with its vital and life-saving work.

The Ride

Push your stamina to the limit on the Ride of the Roses, a challenging 100 mile bike ride between two of the UK's most historic and vibrant cities.

Setting off from Lancaster University, hundreds of riders will head out across the varied and breathtaking landscapes of Northern England, including the stunning Trough of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Gisburn Forest and the rugged unspoiled scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.

With the majority of the route taking place on rural roads, you'll face some steep gradients and challenging hill climbs before heading through the market town of Ripon in the heart of North Yorkshire then onto the final leg towards the finishing point in the beautiful city of York. York is central to Britain's colourful heritage. Voted UK's Best City at the 2007 Telegraph Awards,York is a perfect place to finish such a spectacular ride. This walled riverside city is home to countless world-class attractions, museums and galleries, such as the stunning York Minster, JORVIK Viking Centre and the National Railway Museum. York is full of bustling streets, restaurants and bars, so why not stay over and make the most of your trip? Click here for our accommodation search.

Cycle into the countyWhy Do It?

You'll be taking part in the British Heart Foundation's longest and most challenging bike ride. Only in it's second year, the Ride of the Roses provides a tough challenge but a truly fabulous route with some spectacular views.

Heart and circulatory disease is the UK's biggest killer and your stamina and fundraising skills are needed to help save more lives. Coronary heart disease is responsible for approximately one in five deaths in women. Heart disease touches us all. The chances are it has already affected someone you know, so please join in and get sponsored, whilst enjoying travelling through a beautiful and varied region.

All riders will receive a free T-shirt in either red or white and if you need transport to the start of the race, a bus services is being provided before and after the race to assist participants taking part in the event (charge applies). Please email nwestevents@bhf.org.uk for further information or call 01925 819804

Visit www.bhf.org.uk/roses to enter the event or to receive further information


 

The York PassWin a York Pass and two nights accommodation in Pickering

Sign up to the event now and be entered into a free prize draw for your chance to win a one day York Pass for two people plus a two night stay for two with Big Bear Active, Pickering on the date of your choice (subject to availibility), along with a day of guided mountain biking.

The York Pass is an added value city sightseeing card which includes entry to over 30 attractions in and beyond York and now includes JORVIK, plus an exciting range of discounted dining offers and evening entertainments. Visit http://www.yorkpass.com/ for further information.

Cycle with Big Bear Active, PickeringBig Bear Active is a mountain bike and activity holiday company based in Pickering, North Yorkshire, a bustling market town with lots of great
places to eat and drink, and just 10 minutes from Dalby Forest. This luxury accommodation includes great rooms with freeview TV's and DVD/CD
players, large lounge, Sky+, WiFi, roaring log fire and home made cakes - this is the perfect place to sit and relax after a hard days cycling. Discover
the amazing new trail network at Dalby Forest or some of the legendary rides on the North York Moors, Big Bear Active is set up and run 'by bikers for bikers'.

 For further information, availibility or to book call Mike on 01751 475111 or visit http://www.bigbearactive.co.uk/

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