Riding a lap of Britain is also a journey of self-discovery. Meg Elliot speaks to three riders who conquered the coast in 2025

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■ Distance: 7¾ miles/12.6km ■ Time: 4½-6 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

I’m about to tell you a story about a week in my life that changed me. Figuring out how to capture that in just a few thousand words is probably going to be harder than the run itself, but I want to g

NEWCASTLE AND MARDU CIRCULAR Level Easy Elevation gain 217m Length 6.1km (1hr 49min) Description This round-the-hill loop trail from Newcastle leads through peaceful rural landscapes and small village

Now we’re in the midst of autumn, with winter a whisker away, it’s good to make plans and look forward to the return of sunny days in spring. We’re big fans of Eastbourne on the south coast, which is