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4.6

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UK Cycling Events

The Cotswolds Classic

Name: The Cotswolds Classic
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, UK
Rating: 4.58

Location

Stratford-upon-Avon, UK

3 Entry Options

Short

Middle

Long

Rating Highlights

4.89 /5

Course Navigation

4.87 /5

Supporting Staff

4.82 /5

Pre-event communication

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.58

2026 Average

4.63

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

4.82

Event Logistics

4.78

Supporting Staff

4.87

Event Safety

4.64

Course Navigation

4.89

Course Congestion

4.35

Aid Stations

4.39

Swag

4.10

Sustainability

4.23

Facilities

4.53

Finish Area

4.56

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Challenging

50% of reviews

Atmosphere

Large Festival Atmosphere

50% of reviews

Location

Urban & Nature Mix

52% of reviews

Cycling

Undulating - Mixed

58% of reviews

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Frequently asked questions

Where does The Cotswolds Classic take place?

The Cotswolds Classic takes place in Stratford-upon-Avon, UK.

What distances does The Cotswolds Classic offer?

Entry options include: Short, Middle, Long.

How is The Cotswolds Classic rated by runners?

The Cotswolds Classic has an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 from 45 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is The Cotswolds Classic like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Challenging (50% of reviews), Large Festival Atmosphere (50% of reviews), Urban & Nature Mix (52% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (58% of reviews).

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4.6

(45)

TIm S.

4.7

· 2026 Long ·

Very well organised. The information given before the ride suggested that there would be little food at the feed stations. In fact there was more than enough so I needn't have carried so much with me. So my suggestion is that your email reflects that better.

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Tom M.

4.6

· 2026 Long ·

Brilliant event! It's a beautiful course and very well organised. We had a blast - thanks and we'll be back!

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Craig W.

4.9

· 2026 Middle ·

Everything was organised superbly. Every member of the event team was superb. A superb event!

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Richie L.

5.0

· 2026 Middle ·

Loved every moment of this event! The atmosphere was great!

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Sean V.

4.9

· 2026 Long ·

The result could be improved, it would be great to know where you placed and position by age.

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Aftabur R.

5.0

· 2026 Middle ·

Great event - will certainly do it again. The staff were very freindly and the views were amazing. For a cycling enthusiasts that completed the 77km, it was a good challenge with the hills.

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Mark P.

4.7

· 2026 Long ·

Great organisation and signposting, very friendly people from registration to the start line and even a few on course marshals at critical places. The course had a couple of bottlenecks in both Broadway and Chipping Campden due to weight of traffic, but in truth that just made...

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Vincent D.

4.1

· 2026 Long ·

Would have preferred a lager beer at the end and more variety of food at the feed station … cakes

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Gavin T.

4.9

· 2026 Long ·

An excellently organised and very friendly event. Signage was great all along the route

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Stephen P.

4.9

· 2026 Short ·

Amazing course and support, everything was top-notch. Can’t wait to race again next year!

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