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Run or Cycle Lands End to John O'Groats

Traverse the whole length of Great Britain from Southwest to Northeast. If you chose to take the challenge up on foot, bring comfy shoes for the 1,200 mile journey.

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Land’s End to John o' Groats, an epic challenge that involves traversing the entire length of the island of Great Britain (usually by bicycle or on foot) beginning on the Cornish Coast at England’s southernmost tip, and finishing in the extreme north of the Scottish Highlands.

Though the distance varies depending on the route of choice, even the shortest encompasses close to 1000 miles, along with a diversity of picturesque sights and scenery, from lush valleys, to soaring peaks, lakes, castles and charming villages!

Where To Stay In Lands End

The Old Success Inn
On one of Cornwall's most striking bays, The Old Success is a beautiful 17th-century inn with a restaurant and a bar.
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Land's End Hotel
Situated on the westerly point of Cornwall, Land's End Hotel sits upon Granite Cliffs overlooking the Longships Lighthouse & Atlantic Ocean.
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Saddle and Stable Rooms
The Stablerooms is situated in Sennen, Cornwall, 1.2 miles from Land's End Penzance is 8.7 miles from The Stablerooms, while St Ives is 16.8 miles away. Newquay Cornwall Airport is 49.7 miles away.
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Ways To Finish The Challenge

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Classic Route: The Deloitte Ride

From the rolling hills of Southwest England, to the rugged peaks and forests of the Lake District, and the awe-inspiring beauty of the Scottish Highlands, experience some of the UK’s most picturesque landscapes and sights on this 9 day cycle adventure. Comprising just over 100 miles per day, this route is demanding yet also varied and exciting, and is aimed at experienced road cyclists who want to complete Britain’s ultimate cycle challenge.

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The Deloitte Ride Across Britain 2021 event will take place from 4th – 12th September 2021.

Riders must be aged 18 years or above by the start of the event to be allowed to enter the event.

We highly recommend that riders take out suitable insurance. If riders are suitably insured, they will be covered should they have to pull out for any reason and we will provide the necessary documentation to give to their insurers to be reimbursed the entry fee.

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