Forest of Bowland Epic

This 119k route features three main climbs, with riders gaining a total of elevation of 2343m.

Starting out from Settle we head straight into Lancashire and get the legs warmed up before the first named climb of the day – The Trough of Bowland. This stunning climb through the trough is a top 100 climb but all your efforts will be rewarded with the breathtaking views on offer.

Next, you'll take on Cross o Greets, a long climb into remote moorland before heading up back over the moors to face a a rare bit of flat road to take you home to Settle.

This 100mile route features 6 main climbs, with riders looking to gain a total of around 3,500m of elevation.

The course begins in Settle with the punchy High Lane Hill, before rolling into Lancashire for the long Newton Fell.

The most famous climb is the Trough of Bowland before the rise to the Jubilee Tower with views over to the coast. After a relatively flat section by feed stop two in Wray, the route then heads over the mighty Cross O’ Greet before a quick descent to Slaidburn. From here, you'll head back across the moor and over Bowland Knotts before one final climb and a descent back into Settle.