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Saturday 8th May 2021

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Monday 6th April 2020
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Tuesday 9th February 2021
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Entry Fee   £45.00   
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The Bealach is the UK’s biggest road climb with a 626m ascent from sea level in just 10km. It is set in a fabulous unspoilt landscape with outstanding views of the sea and the hills. The Applecross Peninsula is renowned as a gem in Scotland’s crown of natural wonders. The 78km route will take you south east from the picturesque village of Shieldaig down through Glen Shieldaig to Tornapress. 

Things get tough now as the road swings sharply upward for the main climb to Bealach-na-Ba. The section of road from Tornapress up the Bealach and down to Applecross campsite is closed for the event. 

The reward is great as a massive vista over the west coast and the Isle of Skye opens before you as you plunge down to sea level again at Applecross.  The hard work is not over as the next section around the north of the peninsula has hardly any flat as it clings to the coast, past rocky cliffs and sandy coves. Finally you return to charming Sheildaig nestling in the shelter of its loch.  You are assured of a warm highland welcome (and some good grub!) from the locals.

There will be a timing station at the bottom of the Bealach and another at the top.  If you want your time on the climb recorded and be eligible to compete to become the Highlands answer to Chris Froome you must stop and ‘dib’ at both!

We are extremely grateful to all the local communities in which we host our sportives throughout the year.  Without the support and involvement of the community they would not be possible.  For both Bealach events we are delighted to be supporting Applecross Community Company ://www.applecrosscommunitycompany.org .  We will donate £1.50 for every rider that crosses the Bealach in the Bealach Beag & Bealach Mor events.

Please note, once entered you will receive all necessary 'on the day' instructions and information required by email in the week leading up to the event.

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