Manchester 100 Km

Sunday 11 Sep 2022Wythenshawe Park, Wythenshawe Road, Manchester M23 0AB100km (62 miles) approx

This ride has now passed.

Thanks you to all the riders who took part in this year's ride which raised significant sponsorship for the Christie charity - and which was also lots of fun!
We hope to open the ride for booking before the end of the year and all previous participants will be notified when the ride goes live.

Rider photos

THE RIDE WILL BE PROCEEDING AS PLANNED:
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Queen Elizabeth, she was a supporter of the NHS and the Christie charity and the ride will take place in her memory .

You can sign up at the start in Wythenshawe Park from 08.00
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Starting and finishing in Wythenshawe Park, the Manchester 100km will take you through beautiful country lanes on a sweep through the beautiful Cheshire landscape. Enjoy a worry-free day out with mechanics, pick-up vehicles, marshals and refreshment stops along the signed route. Cyclists will return to a warm welcome and a MEDAL.

Money raised from the Manchester 100km helps to provide inspiration and hope to cancer patients and their families, as well as helping to carry out more research, give more people the very best treatment and care – and save even more lives. Entry fees pay for the safe running of the event; The Christie charity needs participants to raise sponsorship to help revolutionise the fight against cancer.

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Ride Details

Start

Wythenshawe Park, Wythenshawe Road, Manchester M23 0AB
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Finish

Wythenshawe Park, Wythenshawe Road, Manchester M23 0AB
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Distance

100km (62 miles) approx

Challenge rating

ELEVATION INFO (TOTAL CLIMB): 1750ft.

Start times

08.00 - 09.00

Pricing

Entry Pack/s (enter no.) (£25.50)
Team Entry (Enter no. riders) (£25.50)

Local info

Manchester Visitor Centre: 0161 234 3157
www.visitmanchester.com
www.visitcheshire.com

Other info

Minimum rider age is 14 YRS. Riders under 16 MUST wear a cycle helmet and be accompanied by an adult over 18.

You can refill your water bottle and purchase food and drinks at the official refreshment stops along the way. (bring a bit of cash just in case card payments aren't accepted).
September weather can be mixed, so you may want to bring waterproofs along with your sunscreen!

Road bike / hybrid / mountain bike suitable.

All riders must wear a helmet. A selection of helmets will be available for purchase on the day.

** We recommend that all riders have both bike and personal liability insurances as we cannot be held responsible for damage, loss or theft of your bike or personal items or personal liability.**

GPX routes are available after online booking.

For answers to common queries about our rides, please see our ONLINE FAQs

Ride Gradings

Suitable for anyone who enjoys a reasonably active life. The pace is gentle and the terrain flat to undulating. Distances no more than 30 miles (50km).

Suitable for those with slightly more cycling experience. the terrain can be a little hillier than grade 1.5 and distances up to 45 miles (70km).

For the regular and reasonably fit cyclist. The terrain may include some challenging hills and distances up to 75 miles (110km).

These routes require a good level of fitness and stamina and feature challenging inclines and/or a longer time in the saddle. Distances can be up to 100 miles (160km).

Getting here by car

Wythenshawe Park is close to Jc 3a of the M56. Then take A5103, Princess Parkway and turn on to Wythenshawe Road (B5167) using the north entrance to the park off Wythenshawe Road. All day parking at Wythenshawe Park is £4.00. Buy in advance to avoid queues on the day, and have your ticket ready to show at the entrance! If you do want to buy a parking ticket on the day, please bring CASH!! If you've already bought a ticket online but haven't received it by post, don't worry, the marshals at the gate will have you on their list.

Getting here by train

Piccadilly station is 7 miles north of the park. Please check with operator regarding carriage of bikes.
National Rail enquiries 03457 48 49 50
www.nationalrail.co.uk

Sorry, no photographer on this ride

Ride information

Support Services


Get pedalling in September for #TeamChristie 100km or 100 miles - you decide!

The Christie charity provides enhanced services over and above what the NHS funds, focusing on 4 main areas, research, care and treatment, education and extra patient services.

Each and every pound donated makes a real difference to our patients, their families and friends.

As a member of Team Christie you will receive:
• A welcome pack
• A free Christie t-shirt
• Fundraising support and advice leading up to the race
• An unforgettable experience!

With your support, we can carry out more research, give more people the very best treatment and care – and save even more lives.

If you have any questions please get in touch by calling 0161 446 3400 or emailing events@christies.org