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New Bike Chester Routes released for 2026

Andrew Ross

08 Jan 2026 — 1 min read

Map of the medium Route - 57 miles

The long, medium and short routes all start Chester Rugby Club for 2026 on 23rd August 2026, the home of Bike Chester since 2016, and there will be a choice of three new routes, approximately 31, 47 & 82 miles long.

The routes head south from the rugby club, exploring the Cheshire countryside with quiet lanes, gentle rolling hills, and a mix of open farmland and wooded stretches.

Short Route

Medium Route

Long Route

All routes in detail can be viewed and booked online at Iconic Cycling Events.

Link: https://www.iconiccyclingevents.co.uk/bikechester

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