For some past participants, the Epic route is probable the hardest in Yorkshire! The White Rose Classic, run by Ilkley Cycling Club since 2012 is considered Yorkshire's Premier Sportive and to some past participants, the Epic route is probable the hardest in Yorkshire
We offer 4 routes ranging from 36 miles to 122 miles which will take you in to the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. The routes available support the clubs ethos to make the event attractive to all levels of sportive rider where you can pick the route that suits your level of riding or for those looking for their next challenge, the White Rose Classic offers this variation. All the routes will weave you around the Yorkshire dales allowing you take in the amazing scenery whilst navigating the various lumps, bumps and the odd climb or two. The Yorkshire Dales is considered the UKs' cycling Mecca to many, so when you ride our routes you will gain an insight to why the 2014 Tour de France, Tour de Yorkshire and the UCI world championships in 2019 came to Yorkshire. Once finished you can relax in the post ride village with your fellow riders, enjoy a drink and some food, friends and family are more than welcome to join you. We provide onsite free parking, fully signed routes, first aid support, fully stocked feed stops and mechanical support and all finishers will receive a finishers medal. Organised and run entirely by volunteers from Ilkley Cycling Club along with their friends & family. The event is a ‘Not for Profit’ sportive and any profits from the event are re-invested in to the event and promoting grassroots cycling initiatives, local charities including Nell Bank and supporting our own youth development programme, along with encouraging more men and women to ride bikes as per the club motto "From Recreation to Racing.”
