The Surrey Hills Classic 2025
Saturday 10 May 2025 | Cranleigh Showground
Online entry has now closed. On the day entries will be accepted and costs an additional £5 over the standard online entry price.
Tackle the Long or Middle Route, featuring Leith Hill, the highest point in Southern England (294m!), and explore the stunning Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Box Hill awaits those on the Long Route – a true challenge for seasoned cyclists and a bucket list climb!
New to Cycling? No Problem! The Short Route, with just over 50km and 500m of climbing, offers a fantastic introduction to the beauty of the Surrey Hills. Perfect for beginners and casual riders!
Whichever route you choose, prepare to be amazed. Weave through a breathtaking variety of landscapes, from rolling chalk downs and vibrant grasslands to lush woodlands and scenic heaths.
At the finish line, you can celebrate your accomplishment with a well-deserved medal and goodies from our sponsors. Relax and socialise with fellow riders in our vibrant post-race village, complete with pizza and good company.
The Surrey Hills Classic is a favourite among UK Cycling Event riders due to its accessibility and the chance to conquer iconic climbs.
It's a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, explore stunning scenery, and enjoy the camaraderie of cycling.
Ride this event for free
Fancy riding this event for free? If you can pledge to raise £100 or more for Alzheimer's Research UK, you won't have to pay to enter this event. Find out more further down the page.
DETAILS
Gates open: 07:00
Registration: 07:30
Start times
Long: 08:00 - 09:00
Medium: 09:00 - 09:30
Short: 09:15 - 09:30
Finish time: 15:30
DIFFICULTY: 5/5
There are certainly some big hills which also means long descents. Amongst the climbs there are some fast flat sections to keep your leg moving.
Entry Price
Online entry has now closed. On the day entries will be accepted and costs an additional £5 over the standard online entry price.
RIDE FOR FREE
You can enter this event for free if you pledge to raise £100 or more for Alzheimer's Research UK. All you have to do is click the button below to register with ARUK, set up your fundraising page and receive your first donation. After that you'll be sent a code to sign up for the event for free.
Anyone who signs up to fundraise will recieve a free ARUK cycling jersey to wear with pride on race day. If you hit the £200 fundraising goal, you’ll also receive an exclusive ARUK buff.
By taking part, you’re not just cycling – you’re helping bring us closer to finding a cure for dementia.
The Routes
Choose your route carefully. The distance and elevation gain should give you some indication as to how easy/hard each route is, as well as showing you where the tougher climbs are.
Elevation Gain: +1528 mWhat you get
Essential Items
Helmet (no helmet, no ride). Helmets must comply with the latest US Snell B90/B95 or European CE Standards
Basic tools
Inner tubes
Pump
Drink bottle
First aid kit (recommended)
Mobile phone for emergencies
Lights and high visibility clothing (on days where fog or rain is forecast or where light is likely to be reduced)
Plastic Free
In our quest to make feed stops plastic free, we ask that you bring your own drinks bottle.
