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One of the Cotswolds’ toughest charity rides —from Broughton Castle to the hills beyond.

The Broughton Castle Sportive returns on Sunday, 29 June 2025, offering an incredible day of cycling through the stunning North Cotswold Hills. Starting and finishing in the beautiful grounds of Broughton Castle, this event has something for everyone—whether you're taking on your first sportive or looking for a serious challenge. Five Routes to Choose From
• Family Fun Ride – 5 miles | A relaxed, scenic ride perfect for beginners and families (entry payable on the day)
• Cotswold Tour – 40 km (Moderate) | Rolling countryside, ideal for newer riders or those looking for a steady challenge
• Cotswold Classic – 100 km (Intermediate) | A rewarding mid-distance ride with classic climbs
• Cotswold Endurance – 160 km (Advanced) | A serious test of stamina with major climbs
• Cotswold Monster – 200 km (Expert) | The ultimate challenge, packed with elevation and tough climbs

All routes are fully signposted, with feed stations, chip timing, mechanical support, and a hot meal waiting at the finish. Team Rider Challenge
Riding solo is great, but why not team up and compete for one of our Team Trophies?

🏆 Broughton Castle Trophy – Fastest 200 km team
🏆 Rotary Challenge Trophy – Best-performing 160 km team
🏆 Presidents Cup – Champions of the 100 km ride

Teams of 4-6 riders compete together, with the 4th rider’s time counting as the official team time—making teamwork just as important as speed! What’s Included?
✔ Chip timing on all major routes
✔ Medical support throughout the event
✔ Mechanical assistance at start/finish and on-course recovery
✔ Well-stocked feed stations on all routes
✔ A finisher’s medal for every rider
✔ A hot meal for all returning cyclists
✔ Free parking at the event

Supporting Local Causes
The Broughton Castle Sportive is organised by the Banbury Cherwell Rotary Club, with all net proceeds going to support local charities. By riding with us, you’re not just taking on a challenge—you’re making a difference. We can’t wait to welcome you to Broughton Castle on Sunday, 29 June 2025. Sign up today: www.broughtoncastlesportive.co.uk

09/11/2025

27/10/2025

We know it’s early… but the countdown has begun.

The Broughton Castle Sportive 2026 rolls out on Sunday 28 June, and entries are already open.

It might be months away, but it’s never too soon to start planning your ride — whether you’re eyeing up the 200km Cotswold Monster or setting a new goal on the 40km Cotswold Tour.

Join us for another unforgettable day of cycling through the Cotswolds — and help support local Rotary and community charities along the way.

Find your route and register: https://broughtoncastlesportive.co.uk

19/10/2025

Broughton Castle Sportive 2026 – Registrations Now Open

The Broughton Castle Sportive returns on Sunday 28 June 2026. Join riders of all levels for a day of cycling, camaraderie, and community spirit through the heart of the Cotswolds.

Rolling out from the gates of historic Broughton Castle, the sportive offers four routes ranging from 40km to 200km — each designed to challenge and inspire. Every entry supports local charities and Rotary community projects across Banburyshire and beyond.

Since 2010, our riders have raised over £106,000 for local causes. Let’s keep the wheels turning in 2026.

Date: Sunday 28 June 2026
Location: Broughton Castle, Banbury
Sign up: https://broughtoncastlesportive.co.uk

11/09/2025

This week we returned to the historic Broughton Castle — not for cycling, but to celebrate the people who make the Sportive possible.

At our presentation evening, trophies were awarded to riders and teams, but the real applause was for the volunteers, charities, and community groups who gave their time and energy. From route planning to signage, from marshals on the roads to tea and cake at the feed stations, their efforts created the atmosphere that riders value most.

It’s thanks to them — and to our sponsors who covered the running costs — that every rider’s entry fee could go straight to charity. Together we’ve raised over £10,000 this year, taking our running total past £106,000 for local good causes.

To every helper, sponsor, and supporter: thank you. The Sportive is more than just a cycling event — it’s a community coming together.

We’ll be back on Saturday 28 June 2026 and we hope you’ll join us again.

Address

Broughton Castle
Banbury
OX155EB

Website

http://www.broughtoncastlesportive.co.uk/

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Broughton Castle Sportive Sunday 11th July 2021

Now in its eighth year, the Broughton Castle Cycling Sportive 2021 is based in the grounds of Broughton Castle, near Banbury, with various stunning Sportive routes winding their way through the North Cotswold Hills. This event offers a challenge for every level of cyclist. There are five Sportive routes available on the day, from a family fun ride to the Cotswold "Beast" a 100 mile lung and leg tester.

For the 2021 Sportive we have completely redesigned the 100 mile and 50 mile routes and have added a new 75 mile route.

If you enjoy cycling with others as a team, then our “Team Rider Challenge” will appeal to you. The "Team Rider Challenge" is available to riders on the 100 mile, 75 mile and 50 mile routes. A trophy will be presented to each winning team. To promote real teamwork within the group – the winning team will be based on the time of the fourth rider home. To enter the “Team Rider Challenge”, you must be a team of a minimum of 4 and maximum of 6 riders, all cycling the same route and have registered as a team on the website prior to the event date.

The event is organised by Banbury Cherwell Rotary Club which is a voluntary Service Organisation. All net proceeds from this event will be donated to Rotary and local charities.

'Family Fun' ride 10km / 5.5 miles: no need to register online as entry is payable on the day. A flat(ish) family friendly route around the quiet roads and tracks immediately surrounding the Castle.

'Cotswold Tour 20' 32km / 20 miles through undulating North Oxfordshire ironstone countryside - the course winds its way through the villages of Shutford and Epwell. There are no big hills on this route we promise, but by the nature of the terrain it will be a challenge if you've not done much cycling before. There will be one feed-station on the route at approximately half distance. The Cotswold Tour 20 might suit people who are new to Sportive cycling or medium ability but who still want a good cycling challenge.

'Cotswold Classic 50' 80km / 50 miles: The route has been designed to incorporate several classic hill climbs. The route is designed for the more regular cyclist who is accustomed to riding more challenging and hilly terrain. There will be two feed-stations on this route - the first after 25 miles at Kingham and the second after 34 miles at Moreton in Marsh. The route is a testing ride and you should expect it to take somewhere between 3/5 hours.

‘Windrush Endurance 75’ 120km / 75 miles: This extremely well signed route has been designed for the rider who is looking for a ride more demanding than the 50 mile route but not so challenging as the 100 mile route. This route includes two major climbs at Rissington and Whichford hills. There will be two feed-stations on this route the first located at Great Barrington and the second at Moreton in Marsh

'Cotswold Beast 100' 160km / 100 miles: The extremely well signed route will be one of the most challenging rides that you will complete all year. The course takes in several classic climbs in the area but is also full of smaller notoriously leg sapping Cotswold lumps and bumps which the area is famous for in the cycling world. There will be two feed-stations, one located at Great Barrington and the second at Moreton in Marsh. This one really is for the serious cyclist. It's recommended that you train for this ride in order to complete the distance. Timing: for the best 5 hours, for the indefatigable 8/10 hours. Riders on the Cotswold Beast 100 will be required to start between 7am and 7.30am.

Sign up through our website: www.broughtoncastlesportive.co.uk. Event includes. • Mechanical support • Medical support • Free car park at start/finish venue • Sweep vehicle for those who cannot complete the route • Well-stocked feed stations • Electronic chip timing • Finishers medal and hot food voucher on return to Broughton Castle • Marshals and water stations

Full route maps and can be found on the event website: www.broughtoncastlesportive.co.uk Look forward to seeing you on Sunday July 11th 2021