Top Dog Events organise great cycling events in NW England.
Our 4 x annual sportives are fully supported, friendly and non competitive – each explores a different area of fells, dales, forests, lakes & coasts of NW England.
*2024 ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN *
Come and enjoy some of the most challenging and scenic rides in the UK.
These are the events that we would love to ride in ourselves.
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“Such a well organised Sportive and the people are very nice. The route was perfect, a good mix with some nice challenges. My favourite one of 2023 and a great way to end the season.”
Jess – rider 110 – The Boxer 23
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Fully supported UK sportives 2024
14 April 2024 – The Ram – Yorkshire Dales 80 mile sportive (new route)
ENTRIES OPEN
9 June 2024 – The Raptor – Forest of Bowland 63 mile sportive
ENTRIES OPEN
18 August 2024 – The Beast – Lake District 108 mile sportive –
ENTRIES OPEN
13 October 2024 – The Boxer – South Lakes 66 mile sportive
ENTRIES OPEN
all our events are –
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organised by local cyclists on the quiet country roads, hill climbs and remote lanes we know so well
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registered and insured by British Cycling
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challenging in parts but 100% rideable by most
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non competitive – as fast or as casual as you choose to ride them – blast round or stop for lunch
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easy to get to and from by both road and rail
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supported by a friendly team of experienced helpers
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surrounded by great places to stay for the weekend – with 2 x hotels right on the start line
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way marked with both directional and safety signage throughout + GPX of routes sent to each participant
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limited to 250 riders per event
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set among the stunning scenery of the lake district, Silverdale and Arnside, Yorkshire Dales and Forest of Bowland
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safe and fully supported by marshals, paramedics, ambulance and broom wagons
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and have –
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vegan and vegetarian friendly “grab and go” feed stations en route
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free snacks and drinks at the finish area chill out zone
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discounted post ride guest entry into 3-1-5 Health Club to use their swimming pool, saunas, steam rooms, hot tub, showers and changing rooms
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goody bags and completion certificate for every finisher
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£15 million public liability insurance cover
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bespoke souvenir medals and car stickers available as optional extras when booking online
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gift voucher entry available online to give as presents
read reviews from previous events