UK North Ride
Saturday, 24 June 2023 – ENTRY FOR THIS MID-SUMMER RIDES NOW CLOSED – join our mailing list for details of 2024!
Venture into wild landscapes to ride the best scenic cycling roads in Scotland
Just Ride
Rider Registration Only
Route plan included
2023 STANDARD PRICE
£ 65
(LAST FEW PLACES AVAILABLE)
*plus admin fee
Includes
- Detailed route handbook
- Downloadable GPX/TCX files
- Ride schedule timing guide
- The famous orange ribbon!
- Selected partner discounts
All-In Packages
Hotel Accommodation included
Easy booking + exclusive extras
SOLD OUT
From
£299
(NOW SOLD OUT)
*plus admin fee
Includes everything from Ride Plus and:
- Premium Accommodation
- All meals inc Saturday & Sunday breakfasts
- Bike storage start and finish
- Celebration drink at the finish line
- Pro mechanic bike check
- Ride Nutrition pack
Please note all registrations subject to a cancellation admin fee, view our cancellation policy here
04:27
Sunrise Start
22:05
sunset Finish
3200m
Elevation
200
Miles
The Route
A double-century feat over an epic 200miles leaving from the beachfront at Whitley Bay at the first ray of ocean sunrise aiming to reach the esplanade at Ayr to witness the (hopefully glorious) sunsetting into the sea beside the Isle of Arran. A route full of stunning vistas, wilderness, heaths, rivers, lochs, castles and beaches, a challenge to inspire you when pedalling the longest day.

All-in Packages
Let us do all the organising for you, our Accommodation packages guarantee you hotel rooms, baggage service, food and logistics, choose one below! All-in packages for 2023 – NOW SOLD OUT !
Single Room Packages
Single Full Route
Single Room in Whitley Bay & Ayr
2023 STANDARD PRICE
£425
*plus admin fee
Single Finish Only
Single Room in Ayr
2023 STANDARD PRICE
£299
*plus admin fee
Twin Room Packages (2 riders*)
Twin Full Route
Twin Room in Whitley Bay & Ayr
2023 STANDARD PRICE
£625
*plus admin fee
Twin Finish Only
Twin Room in Ayr
2023 STANDARD PRICE
£489
*plus admin fee
*Please note your room buddy must also complete this additional Rider Registration as the ‘second guest within Twin Room‘
Your All-In Registration packages include (per rider):
Please note all registrations subject to a cancellation admin fee, view our cancellation policy here
Book Return Travel transfers & logistics
to / from start & finish locations, plus bag transfers
We have partnered with European Cycle Events to offer you bike and personal transport services to and from the ride finish locations. A coach and dedicated bike transport trailer will ensure your travel before and after the event day is convenient and effortless.
For more details, and to book these additional services:

Also available (subject to capacity) is bookable baggage transfer for the ride day itself (note that this Bag Transfer is already included within Best Value Rider and All In packages).
Rider Information
In principle, riders should plan to ride un-supported, this is part of the challenge! Carry all the essentials for safety, sustenance, repair and navigation with you.
The route is not signed or way-marked for the event, navigation is key test for a successful Chase the Sun. Detailed route maps, timings and guidance will be issued to riders around a month prior to the event, along with downloadable GPX and TCX route files.
Training & Preparation
Training and Preparation is essential for success so check out our Training & Advice page for tips on planning your ride and our preparation checklist.
Support volunteers
There will be no official ‘broom wagon’ or en-route support during the ride. So although not at all essential, it is permitted for non-riding family and friends to join in the weekends epic adventure. You can drive (not along the route!) to certain mapped locations to meet riders and provide encouragement and supplies if required. Please help all riders where you can, it’s in the spirit of the ride.
Group / Club / Corporate or Charity entries
Entering in a group of 6 or more riders? We may be able to offer discounts and assistance. Email us for more details.
Itinerary

Route Start
Whitley Bay, NE26 1BG
04:27 sunrise at The Spanish City Plaza, Promenade.

Route Finish
Ayr, KA7 1DT
22:05 sunset at Horizon Hotel, Esplanade.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Donations
This event is supported by our riders participation. We also appeal for small donations to help us continue to cover event organising and admin costs, to allow the ride to continue to grow and be even better next year.
A proportion of all our funds is dedicated to support our charity partner LifeCycle UK.
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