CyclingGran Fondo
Wheelbase Fred Whitton Challenge
10 May 2026
Grasmere, England, United Kingdom
Race details
Modality
Individual
Organizer
The Fred Whitton Challenge
Distance
180.25 km
Elevation
+3,900 m
Capacity
2,500
Start time
06:00
Terrain
Asphalt
Difficulty
Elite
Course profile
Mountainous
Minimum age
18+
Certified
No
Event description
The Wheelbase Fred Whitton Challenge is one of the UK's most iconic and grueling road cycling events, starting and finishing in Grasmere. The 180km route takes riders through the heart of the Lake District, tackling 3,900m of elevation gain including legendary climbs like Hardknott and Wrynose passes.
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Sport
Cycling
Distance
Gran Fondo
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England