Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery Sportive

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Make your way through breathtaking greenery of Chiltern valley with this Brewery themed event. This scenic route has both challenging climbs and rewarding descents. Best of all, return to the Winery and Brewery and treat yourself post-event beer!
Full Pint and Half Pint
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9:00am Sun 14th May 2023
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Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom
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4.5
(42 Reviews)
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Where and when
Location
Old Luxters Barn, Hambleden, Henley-on-Thames RG9 6JW, UK
Start times
9:00am Sun 14th May 2023
Full Pint:
9:00am |
Half Pint:
9:00am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery Sportive
Full Pint
Distance
57mi
CourseRoute
2 Loops
£37.50
Half Pint
Distance
35mi
CourseRoute
1 Loop
£25
Route information
Half Pint Elevation 723m
Full Pint Elevation 1,365m
The Chilterns is a top UK cycling destination comprising beautiful rolling countryside, providing challenging climbs and rewarding sweeping descents.
Both routes take riders through beautiful and picturesque country villages including filming locations for Midsomer Murders, Vicar of Dibley, Lewis, Miss Marple, Jonathan Creek, and passes through Cobstone Windmill featured in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
Once back at the Event HQ, enjoy the Chiltern Valley Winery and Brewery's very own produce.
The course is split into two route options. The Fun Ride or Half Pint, which is 35 miles with 723m of elevation and the Challenge Ride or Full Pint which is 57 miles with an elevation of 1,365m.
What's included
  • Event centre facilities and parking
  • Mechanical support
  • Medical support
  • Full route marking
  • Rider public liability insurance
  • Feed stations
  • Pick-up wagons
  • On-site catering
  • Official event photography by MJF Photography
  • Food and refreshments for sale at the finish
How to get there
Old Luxters Barn, Hambleden, Henley-on-Thames RG9 6JW, UK
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Parking
Parking is available directly opposite the venue. There will be an event helper to guide you to your space and participants arriving in 4x4s will be asked to parked on the grassy area through the gate (you’ll be directed upon arrival).
Event day logistics
08:30 Registration opens
09:00 onwards All sportives start
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the sportives begin to ensure there is plenty of time to complete the registration process.
Age Restrictions
Entrants under the age of 18 will only be allowed to participate in this event with the consent of their legal parent/guardian who must sign the Event Registration Form or purchase a ticket on behalf of the under age rider.
Entrants under the age of 16 must be accompanied at all times by an adult who is responsible for them.
FAQs
Where can I access photography at the Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery Sportive?
All photography will be uploaded to the Let's Go Velo website and the event Facebook page.
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Will there be refreshment stations at the Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery Sportive?
Yes, there will be refreshment stations about every 20 miles which will be will stocked with homemade snacks and water.
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What happens after the Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery Sportive?
Afterwards, the Chiltern Valley Winery and Brewery are putting on a hot buffet BBQ which will be available to purchase.
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Is there any kit that is required for the Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery Sportive?
A helmet is mandatory, and riders will not be allowed to compete without one.
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Can I enter the Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery Sportive on the day of the event?
Yes, if the event is not sold out, you may enter on the day. Please note that only cash will be accepted as payment.
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Reviews
4.5
42 reviews
aly
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
So much fun! Arrive early, the car park gets very busy.
jackie
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4.3
Did the race in 2023
Great location .. roads at times a bit pot holey
rosalind
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
Actually, the organisation was great except for the very end of the full pint. Many riders were trying to climb the final, very steep hill to the car park whilst finishers from the half pint were trying to leave the location in their cars. This resulted in riders having to dismount and finish the course on foot. Maybe "one way round the track" for cars next time?
sinead
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Extremely well organised and ran event. Super friendly and stress free! Lovely venue too, will definitely be back ! Thank you
richard
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Everything about this ride was excellent. Route fantastic on quiet country lanes with stunning views and the vibe at the end with the Bar-B-Q and drinks was great. Certainly signing up for next year and have already recommended to others.
tim
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Beautiful countryside, fantastic organisation and the weather was glorious too. Amazing event.
michelle
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3.7
Did the race in 2023
The road surfaces on the route today was unfortunately very poor with lots of pot holes and gravel. Not your fault obviously but it did not make for a pleasant ride. The course itself has some beautiful scenery.We felt the refreshment stops were poor with the choice of food available. A little more variety would have been nice ie: some sort of cake not just a soren banana bread bar. At the end it would have been nice to be presented with something, not necessarily a medal but a voucher for 1 drink or something of that nature. Medical cover should have also been available at the refreshment stops and at the end. The fact that I could not be given an ice pack at either of these places is not adequate medical cover, as advertised. Comparing your sportive with other sportives entered,we felt this was certainly not value for money.
linda
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Great ride again, well organised, clear signposting beautiful scenic route & tough hills !! Well it is the Chilterns …. !!! Nice cold beer & good food back at the Brewery to finish 🚴🏻‍♂️ superb day out 👍
chris
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3.3
Did the race in 2023
Enjoyed the course although some surfaces needed a gravel bike (not your fault!). Excellent signage! Feed stations were disappointing I'm afraid compared to other sportives I have participated in. Should have had a wider variety of options on offer (where was cake!!!) - we don't all survive on High5 and jelly babies! If there is only going to be a small selection of foods, let us know so we can bring our own!Would have been nice to have something to 'celebrate' finishing rather than having to just buy a beer. Everyone loves a goody bag.
nicola
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
Great ride on quiet lanes, but the roads had lots of potholes
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