Simpson Sportive
Sunday 6th September 2026
Harworth, Nottinghamshire, DN11 8JN
After a successful debut event last year, Simpson Sportive is back for 2026.
This year there are three route options: 63km, 100km and 161km (100 miles). Each one explores the quiet, scenic roads of North Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire - many of which were part of Tom’s training ground growing up.
All routes start and finish at Harworth & Bircotes Town Hall (DN11 8JN) and are mostly flat, with just a few punchy climbs to keep things interesting.
Your entry also supports the Tom Simpson Memorial Fund.
This ride is open to anyone on any bike.
What's included?
Exclusive Tom Simpson Cycling Festival Musette - filled with a race brochure full of historical stories, and goodies from our sponsors
Feed Zones (one for 63km and 100km, and two for 161km) with complimentary food and drink
Event photography - images without watermark available for purchase after the event
Fully signed route, finishers medal and free parking
Broom wagon and mobile mechanic
Supports the Tom Simpson Memorial Fund
63km length, 251m elevation
A steady Sunday spin with a story.
This 63km loop traces the early training grounds of Tom Simpson through the quiet moors and flowing countryside of Nottinghamshire.
The ride takes a scenic route through rolling hills, nature reserves, and quiet backcountry roads. The Feed Zone sits right on the waterfront in West Stockwith - a perfect mid-ride pause by the river.
It’s a relaxed and scenic ride that honours the legend, and the legacy, of Tom Simpson.
9-9.30am Start
100km length, 316m elevation
This 100km loop follows in the tracks of Tom Simpson through the quiet moors, flowing countryside and quiet hidden roads of Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire.
From the rolling roads of the Isle of Axholme to the flat lanes alongside the River Trent, the route takes in scenic nature reserves and backcountry roads once used by Tom Simpson.
9-9.30 Start
161km (100 miles) length, 519m elevation
Feeling strong?
Take on the 100 mile route, following much of the 100km route, with an added loop across the River Trent to the first feed zone on the riverside and into the lovely quiet roads and villages of Lincolnshire.
It then joins back onto the 100km route to enjoy the second feedzone on the Waterfront in West Stockwith, before enjoying some of the lovely roads of South Yorkshire.
9-9.30am start
Route maps
See each route and feed zones.
Event Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring the Tom Simpson Cycling Festival? Get in touch via our contact form or email team@cyclinglegends.co.uk
a few of our favourite photos from simpson sportive 2025
