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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).

THIS IS A SPONSORED CHARITY RIDE. Your entry fee only covers the costs of running the ride so please ask family and friends to sponsor you generously to make a real difference. THANK YOU.
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Manchester 100km

Sunday 01 Sep 2013

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A great 'Century' ride - a 100 km route along beautiful lanes through a wide sweep of Cheshire, helping to raise funds for the Christie Hospital.
This year's ride starts and finishes at the National Cycling Centre in central Manchester. From there the route will head south-west - more details to follow shortly.

Ride Details
StartNational Cycling Centre, Stuart Street, Manchester, M11 4DQ
FinishNational Cycling Centre, Stuart Street, Manchester, M11 4DQ
Distance100km (62 miles) approx
Challenge Rating
Getting There: CarThe NCC is just to the east of Manchester city centre, off Alan Turing Way (A6010) It is also across the road from the Manchester City Football Club Etihad stadium. Both are well-signed from the city centre, or via the ring road. Parking is at Sportcity, just to the north of the Football stadium - follow Bike Events parking signs. Parking is £2 for the day.
Getting There: TrainPiccadilly station is approximately 2.5 miles to the west of the NCC. Please check with operator regarding carriage of bikes.
National Rail enquiries 08457 48 49 50
www.nationalrail.co.uk
Start Times08.00 - 09.00
Local InfoManchester Visitor Centre: 0161 234 3157
www.visitmanchester.com
www.visitcheshire.com
Other InfoMinimum rider age is 14 YRS. Riders under 18 MUST 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.
September weather can be mixed, so you may want to bring waterproofs along with your sunscreen!

Road bike / hybrid / mountain bike suitable.

All riders are required to 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.**
PricingEntry Pack 100k (£19.50)
Team Entry 100k (£19.00)

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The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 40,000 patients a year. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.

The Christie was first established in 1901 through generous donations and fundraising has continued to support vital developments for more than a century. Our charity helps to pay for cancer research, new facilities, high-tech equipment and extra patient services. The huge difference the charity makes to patients is apparent across the entire organisation – woven into our research and services to help patients both cope with and survive cancer.

Your support can help save lives. Please join our team and get behind us.

Your entry fee pays only for the safe running of the ride. Please ask your friends and family to sponsor you and help raise much-needed funds for the work of the Christie.

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