RIDE MANUAL 2025

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The Dartmoor Classic
Cycle Sportive

Event Guide

The Dartmoor Classic Sportive is an annual cycle ride, organised and run by Mid-Devon Cycling Club. Established in 2007, the Dartmoor Classic aims to bring a pro tour cycling experience to the amateur cycling community. The event is registered with British Cycling, the sport's governing body and with a sell-out field of 4,000 riders is widely recognised as one of the most prestigious open-road Sportive's in the UK, attracting cyclists from around the world!

There are three route options to choose from; the Piccolo which is 45 miles, the Medio which is 66.6 miles or the Grande which is 107 miles.

All routes include Gold, Silver & Bronze medal standards using age and gender categories. You will receive a finishers medal if you are outside the Gold, Silver or Bronze times.

All routes include a Closed Road Hill Climb Competition segment with prizes.


Choose your distance 

Tickets available from 25th October 2025

Rider Support

The routes are clearly signed and marshalled at junctions. You can fuel up at the famously well stocked feed stations. Our dedicated control room is just a phone call away, with professional mechanics, paramedics and support vans available to support you if required.

Online Entry Process

Before you enter, please check your diary and make sure you are available to participate.

Visit our terms & conditions page. Make sure you are eligible to ride and that you understand and consent to these terms.

If you are under the age of 18 years you must get a parent or guardian to complete the registration on your behalf. We require their consent in order for you to participate.

Next, choose an appropriate route for your age and ability. You can find more information about each route here:
GRANDE Route
MEDIO Route
PICCOLO Route
Once you have done this you are ready to enter.

How to Enter

Use the buttons on our website to access the secure online entry system.
If you have entered before, log in using your email address and password. If you are registering for another person, log in or create the account using your own details and select the 'booking for someone else' option.

Complete the online booking form and make payment to secure your place.

It is your responsibility to make sure that your entry data is kept up-to-date at all times. Make a note of your login details (email address and password) so that you can self-manage your entry details.

The Dartmoor Classic is a popular event and spaces fill up quickly so please book early to avoid disappointment.

2026 Entry NOW OPEN !

Dartmoor Classic 2026 bike ride entry opens - 18:00 - Sat. 25th October
Entry is £65 (+£2 booking) and includes a free Dartmoor Classic Cycle Jersey - places are limited.
Good luck with your entry ..... we hope to see you in 2026 !
More details for 2026 event will be included and updated as they are confirmed.

What is included in with my entry ?

High Quality - Event Cycle Jersey
Finishers Medal
Feed Stations (famous for great food)
Energy Drinks and Gels
Mechanical Support
Professional Medical Support
Rider Support Vehicles en-route
Electronic Timing
Competitions
Event Village access
PLUS MORE >>

Dartmoor Classic Event Partners

We would like to thank our partners who help make this cycle event one of the best in the UK

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"No lows, just highs, brilliant event, so well organised, a tough ride for everyone but so many smiles at the end. Congrats to MDCC and Ken Robertson for keeping us training for this every year x"

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Tony Chown
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"1st DC for me.(Piccolo) It was well organized and the Marshalls were brilliant.Great event can't wait til next year. ”

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David Black
Happy cyclists at the Princetown Feed Station on the Dartmoor Classic route
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“Fantastic event as always, big thanks to all the people who volunteer their time, provide support and make this such a memorable day. First time doing the Grande......less wind next time.e please”

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Daniel Wallis

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