There are three main routes to ride which all start and finish at Squires Cafe Bar, B1222, Newthorpe, near Sherburn in Elmet, West Yorkshire, LS25 5LX.
The Northern and Southern routes each span just over 1,000 miles and can be undertaken in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. Additionally, there is a shorter route of 500 miles, which can likewise be traveled in either direction. This configuration provides a total of six distinct route options from which to choose.
Northern Routes
The Northern route begins and ends at Squires Cafe Bar, located near Sherburn in Elmet, West Yorkshire. This versatile route can be undertaken in either a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction, guiding riders through a series of stunning landmarks, including the picturesque Loch Lomond, the legendary Loch Ness, and the historic Commando Memorial near Spean Bridge.
ROUTE A – NORTH CLOCKWISE 1000 MILES
| Ride Order | Name | Evidence Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
| 1 | Haydock Island Shell 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt Needed |
| 2 | Fort William 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 3 | Wick Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 4 | Berwick-Upon-Tweed 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| Finish | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
ROUTE B – NORTH ANTI-CLOCKWISE 1000 MILES
| Ride Order | Name | Evidence Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
| 1 | Berwick-Upon-Tweed 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 2 | Wick Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 3 | Fort William 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 4 | Haydock Island Shell 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt Needed |
| Finish | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
Complete either of these routes within 24 hours and collect receipts from the designated stops to earn verification as a lifelong member of the Iron Butt Association UK.
Southern Routes
The Southern route begins and concludes at Squires Cafe Bar, located near Sherburn in Elmet, West Yorkshire. Designed for cycling in both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions, the route provides riders with the chance to explore the breathtaking Welsh coastline while encountering significant landmarks along the way, such as the renowned Stonehenge in Wiltshire.
ROUTE C – SOUTH CLOCKWISE 1000 MILES
| Ride Order | Name | Evidence Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
| 1 | Lowestoft Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 2 | Andover Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 3 | Barnstaple Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 4 | Haverfordwest 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 5 | Bangor Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| Finish | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
ROUTE D – SOUTH ANTI-CLOCKWISE 1000 MILES
| Ride Order | Name | Evidence Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
| 1 | Bangor Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 2 | Haverfordwest 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 3 | Barnstaple Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 4 | Andover Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 5 | Lowestoft Tesco 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| Finish | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
Complete either of these routes within 24 hours and collect receipts from the designated stops to earn verification as a lifelong member of the Iron Butt Association UK.
500 Mile Routes
The 500-mile route commences and concludes at Squires Café Bar, located near Sherburn in Elmet, West Yorkshire. Designed to be undertaken in either a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction, the course offers riders the opportunity to experience the breath taking coastline of Cumbria, along with numerous other remarkable landmarks that showcase the beauty of England’s landscape.
ROUTE E – 500 MILES CLOCKWISE
| Ride Order | Name | Evidence Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
| 1 | Millom Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 2 | Workington Asda 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 3 | Berwick-Upon-Tweed 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 4 | Whitby Sainsburys 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 5 | Beverley 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| Finish | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
ROUTE E – 500 MILES ANTI-CLOCKWISE
| Ride Order | Name | Evidence Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
| 1 | Beverley 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 2 | Whitby Sainsburys 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 3 | Berwick-Upon-Tweed 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 4 | Workington Asda 24hr Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| 5 | Millom Fuel Station | Receipt needed |
| Finish | Squires Cafe Bar | Staff signature and odometer reading |
By completing either of these routes you will NOT be verified as a lifelong member of the Iron Butt Association UK but will receive a certificate of recognition.
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