The Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Challenge is an annual non-competitive, fun and friendly fundraising event in aid of Ryedale Special Families charity, now in its 14th year.   New to the event in 2025 is our 72 mile 1 Day option which we're running alongside our traditional 2 Day challenge, giving those who think 144 miles over 2 days is a bit too far!   Both events will start alongside each other at Norton College, Malton on Saturday 12th July and follow the Sustrans British Cycling Network circular 'Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Route', along the beautiful quiet country lanes of the Yorkshire Wolds, finishing day 1 at Hutton Cranswick Sports Fields.   Having completed the 72 miles, 1 Day option cyclists will be given the option of being transferred back to the start in Malton (or they can arrange their own pick-up.)   For the 2 day option riders, they will enjoy a halfway overnight camp, complete with great food, Wold Top real ale, and live music. Following a hearty breakfast early on Sunday morning they will complete the 2nd half of the 144 miles route, heading back to the start at Norton College.

Info for Riders

Choose from our new 1 Day option (72 miles with optional return transfer back to the start) or our traditional 2 Day option (144 miles with halfway overnight camp), taking in the stunningly beautiful country lanes of the circular Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Route.

Starting and finishing at Norton College, near Malton, the event covers approx 72 miles each day, with a halfway overnight camp, complete with evening meal, licensed bar, and live music for those cycling both days..

For 1 day option riders, the entry fee is £40.00 with a commitment to raise a further minimum £50.00 in sponsorship for the charity. Entry includes secure parking at Norton College, 'Guardian Angel' cyclists, first aid and mechanical support, souvenir cycling jersey, completion certificate and refreshments goody bag!

Optional return transfer to Norton College for rider and bike is also available for £30.00 (to be arranged closer to the event).

For 2 day option riders, the entry fee is £70.00 with a commitment to raise a further minimum £75.00 in sponsorship (or just pay this yourself!). Entry includes secure parking at Norton College, luggage transfer to the halfway camp and back, "Guardian Angel" cyclists, first aid and mechanical support, evening meal and breakfast, secure bike park at halfway, souvenir cycling jersey, completion certificate and goody bag!

Your sponsorship helps our charity Ryedale Special Families continue their care and support of over 450 Ryedale based families whose children are disabled or have additional needs.