Pedal Series FAQs

Each event in the series has 3 distance options, these are: Classic, Challenge and Ultimate. 

Classic the shortest distance and best for newer cyclists or people looking shorter but inspiring ride in the surroundings. 

Challenge route takes it up a gear with more challenging inclines and a medium distance route. This is best suited for riders who are confident cycling on roads. 

Ultimate is our hardest route option. It is designed for confident riders looking to push themselves with challenging inclines and fast descents over a longer distance. 

All our routes are set in beautiful locations with each one taking in the stunning surroundings. No matter which one you take part, you will be sure to have a fantastic day, enoying the best parts of our Pedal Series.

Parkinson’s UK manages your booking, administration and sponsorship money.

Course routes, safety and logistics are planned and managed in collaboration with True Grit Events who draw on many years of experience planning and delivering a variety of outdoor events.

The following age restrictions apply:

• 100 mile: 18 or above
• 50 mile: 17 or above
• 25 mile: 17 or above
• 17 year olds cannot take part unaccompanied, and must ride with anyone aged 18 or over
• Electric bikes are welcome on all courses

Pedal series is designed to be a challenge for cyclists, but achievable in the time limit. We have our training page available for We recommend that you seek advice from your GP before embarking on a new exercise programme.

E-Bikes are welcome at the event. 

You can take part in a tandem, this needs to be communicated to us in advance and each participant needs to be registered seperately. 

Toilets will be available at the Start and Finish area, as well as the rest stops around the course.

Pedal events have participants starting in waves. 

• 100 mile riders - 7:00am
• 50 mile riders - 07:30am
• 25 mile riders - 08:00am

All routes MUST register at the start and finish area before starting to collect race pack and timing chip. Please arrive with plenty of time to park and register. 

Professional medical cover is provided at the Start and Finish areas and around the course. You will be given an Event Control contact number should you need medical help on the course. 

Your event pack containing all the information you need to know will be emailed you 2-3 weeks prior to the event. 

You will need to collect your race number and timing chip on the day at the event.  

There will be plenty of parking available. If the venue carpark is full then there will be marshalls to direct you to where more parking is available. 

We'd love to have volunteers on the day! If you don’t fancy cycling, we always need volunteer marshals to help guide our cyclists around the course and to hand out refreshments and finish medals on the day. If you're interested please get in touch by emailing pedal@parkinsons.org.uk to find out more.