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CX Century - South Downs Way

South Downs Century

July 05 2025
Winchester South East UK
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Distances: 62, 100 miles
Difficulty: Difficult terrain with longer, steeper hills
Limited to: 500 Participants

The South Downs Way; it has long been a right of passage in mountain biking circles. And now you can take on this hundred mile ribbon of imposing chalk downland in a single day with our unparalleled Trail Break support.

Renowned as a supreme physical rather than technical challenge, the South Downs Way is the most high profile long distance MTB and Gravel challenge in the UK.

But so much more, too. The huge climbs, sweeping descents and expansive coastal views make it a truly memorable ride in one of the most quintessentially beautiful parts of the British countryside.

South Downs Century brings you all of this in the ultimate South Downs event! An unforgettable experience and a monumental challenge and endurance badge of honour!

The Mile Century: 100 mile option

South Downs Century pits you against the full; 100 miles of the South Downs Way; a giant of ride including over 12,000ft of climbing in a single day on eye-wateringly steep gradients! The route is 90% off road on classic South Downs chalk tracks, and the views of this endless trail are as breathtaking as the climbs! The South Downs Way should be on every mountain biker’s bucket list. South Downs Century is the perfect way to tick it off!

Starting alongside the 100 km event in Winchester, the 100 mile route finishes at Beachy Head above Eastbourne; an inspirational finish point for your epic ride!

The Kilometre Century: 100km option

South Downs Century includes a kilometre century option; 100km and almost 7,500ft of climbing in a single day, 90% off road on classic South Downs chalk tracks, the South Downs Century kilometre century is a physical test and a genuine epic, and the perfect preparation for taking on the full 100 mile South Downs Century in a future year!

Starting alongside the 100 mile event in Winchester, the 100km route finishes on top of Truleigh Hill above Shoreham; ideal for an easy pick up off the A27, or downhill all the way to the station to begin your journey home!

South Downs is fully supported, from route marking to multiple feed and support stops, so all you have to do is concentrate on taking on this epic ride!

South Downs Century was the first South Downs Way event aimed at gravel bikers, and this is the ultimate UK gravel bike challenge.

Do you have what it takes to beat this epic trail?

South Downs Century

 
Start Located At: St Catherines Park & Ride, Winchester, United Kingdom
 
 
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Choice of course distances
Full course marking
Detailed route map
Support vehicle / mechanical assistance on the course
Free CNP energy drink
Support/feed station on route (80& 60k only. Drinks station on 40k route)
Free allocation of energy snacks for each rider at support stations and finish
On site catering – Hot and cold food and drinks
Electronic rider timing
Immediate results for each rider at the finish with Bronze, Silver and Gold standards
Website results service

 
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