The Christie Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride

Bike type

Road, hybrid or mountain bike.

Challenge rating

Suitable for those with some cycling experience. The terrain is hilly with a total elevation of 1800ft.

Timetable

• 06:00 | For transport from Blackpool to the start, meet at 6am by the Solaris Centre, South Promenade, Blackpool to start loading.
• 06:30 | Coach departs.
• 07:30-09:45 | Riders begin at 30-second intervals.
• 13:30-17:30 | Coaches run at set times in the afternoon to take cyclists/bikes back to the start. All journeys are non-stop.

Teams

It's easy to create a team!

Choose where you want your race packs to be sent:

• Packs will be sent to the team leader for distribution
• Packs will be sent to individual team members

Event HQ

MediaCityUK Manchester
101-110 Broadway
Salford
Greater Manchester
M50 2EQ
UK

Parking

Start

Car parking for the start is at Quayside Media City Car Park, Manchester M50 3AH (aka Quayside Shopping Centre parking).

You can pre-book your parking at a flat rate of £5 for the whole day by using the link below. The only bookable date for this deal is Sunday 13th July, so select that from the drop-down menu, and the times you want within that 24hr period. Please ensure you arrive in the vehicle that you booked parking for.

Finish

Parking near the Finish is at the Pay and Display car park on South Yeadon Way, FY1 6BF.

Event coaches/bike transfer

Special coaches and trucks will run from Blackpool in the morning to take riders (and their bikes) to the start, and in the afternoon to take riders back to Manchester. Please book in advance to guarantee a seat.

By rail

Trains from Blackpool to Manchester will this year allow 2 bikes on board per train (free of charge) - buy your ticket at the station, but beware of this restriction on number of cycles.

Map

Start times

07:30 - 09:45

Riders will be set off in groups at 30 second intervals.

Start times are for guidance only and to help reduce congestion. If you wish to change your start time there's no need to contact the organisers.

Included

As a member of Team Christie you will receive:

• Welcome pack
• Free Christie T-shirt
• Fundraising support and advice leading up to the ride
• Refreshment stops along the way
• Signed route
• Marshals
• Mechanics
• First Aid
• Support vehicles
• Celebratory finish with music, food and beer tent
• An unforgettable experience!

Cycling jersey

• And any fundraiser who raises over £250 before Sunday 6th July will receive a free Team Christie cycling jersey!

Optional extra

• Transport (morning/afternoon) - £33.50
• Ride T-shirt - £12.50

The Christie

Funding life-changing and life-saving work to support cancer patients at The Christie.

The Christie charity provides enhanced services over and above what the NHS funds. Your support can help us to fund life-changing and potentially life-saving projects that will benefit cancer patients both now and in the future.

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

Fundraising target

Each rider is encouraged to raise as much sponsorship as possible or make a donation.

By taking part in this exciting ride for Team Christie and getting sponsored you will help the charity stay at the forefront of cancer research to continue providing world-class care and treatment to patients and their families.

Age

Riders aged 14 or 15 must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

Riders aged 17 years or under must have a signed parental consent form.

Entry fees

The event is registered with British Cycling.

Really well organised. Big shout out to all marshalls at the roadside. David

Amazing day on the bike, defo be there again next year! Roger

Another well run event.