Round Strathaven 50 & 15 Charity Cycle Events
16 Aug 2026
Organiser's Description
Firstly we are delighted to be able to announce that we are now a registered charity, Strathaven Cycle Events (SC054733). We will continue to use Round Strathaven 50 (RS50) and 15 (RS15) as the "brand" though.
The 2026 Round Strathaven 50 (RS50) and 15 (RS15) Charity cycle events will take place on Sunday 16th August.
As last year the format will be:
· TWO registration and start times for the FIFTY-MILE RS50 (9.30am and 10.30am) and ONE for the FIFTEEN-MILE FAMILY RS15 (11.30am). There will be any “entry on the day” for either event.
· You choose your start time by entering the event that has your preferred time (subject to availability).
· Please see each event page for more details.
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE REGISTERING FOR THE CORRECT EVENT TIME AND DISTANCE.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THESE EVENTS TAKE PLACE ON OPEN ROADS AND ARE NOT A RACE.
The RS50 is a challenging, fun cycle run ideal for both leisure and club cyclists following a route of 50 miles around the Strathaven area through the surrounding villages of Sandford, Glassford, Chapleton and Auldhouse. The growing number of cyclists who take part see the 50 mile route as presenting them with a very worthwhile challenge. The event has also achieved "fame" for the fantastic home baking available at the various village halls for those who want to make a quick "pit-stop"!
There is also the alternative and equally popular RS15, a 15 mile route for those who prefer a lesser but equally worth-while challenge and is ideal for families with younger children.
Gpx files for both routes can be downloaded from www.roundstrathaven50.org.uk/route-2/
The RS50 was held for the first time in 2002. It has attracted an increasing number of participants each year, and to date has raised over £250,000 for the benefit of both the Strathaven Scouts and Guides and various Charities including local PTA's and Health Help International.
As the event is organised by volunteers and costs are minimised this ensures that almost all the entry fee goes to charity. Participants may choose to donate more via an increased entry fee or to raise additional funds for the Charities through sponsorship (sponsor forms can be downloaded from the event website).
Parking – There are various parking location around the town. Some have time restrictions. Please do NOT use the Leisure Centre carpark.
Registration – Main Entrance, Strathaven Academy, Bowling Green Rd, ML10 6DP. Please note Bowling Green Road is very narrow and best avoided by cars.
See your chosen event for registration times and specific details.
Registration desks will be clearly identified by .
There is plenty space at the Academy for bikes (NB : security of your bike and possessions are your responsibility).
Along the well signposted routes there will be Marshalls at various points and at some road crossings who are there to monitor progress and to aid safety. The route is such that it is possible to opt out at any stage.
Refreshments are available on the 50 mile route at the village halls in Sandford (at 20 miles) and Glassford (at 30 miles) and at Skeoch Crossroads for both the 50 mile and 15 mile routes (about halfway round the 15 miles). Final refreshments will be available at Strathaven Academy.
Please note that if there is severe adverse weather on the day, the event will be rescheduled with as much advance notice as possible. There will be no refunds just transfer to the alternative date.
A briefing note and map will be emailed to entrants a few days before the event.
Start 3 - 11.30am START Round Strathaven 15 Mile Family Cycle
FOR THOSE FAMILIAR WITH THE EVENTS PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THERE ARE CHANGES TO THIS YEAR’S FORMAT. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY.
You are entering the 15-mile 11.30am start.
This start time is STRICT – we cannot accommodate late starters (sorry!).
You will be allocated a (one per family) by Entry Central. This will be on your confirmation email. and obtain your bike number.
Entry cost is £28 per family (2 adults and 3 children max.). Additional donations can be added when registering - please consider this as a way to boost the money that will be raised for this year's charities (see below for more information on the charities).
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS EVENT TAKE PLACE ON OPEN ROADS, IS NOT A RACE AND THAT CHILDREN MUST BE UNDER DIRECT ADULT SUPERVISION AT ALL TIMES.
Parking - There are various parking locations around the town. Some have time restrictions. Please do NOT use the Leisure Centre carpark.
Registration - Main Entrance, Strathaven Academy, Bowling Green Rd, ML10 6DP. Please note Bowling Green Road is very narrow and best avoided by cars.
Please allow plenty of time to park and register. Registration opens from 10.30am. You will NOT be able to register before this time. Registration will STRICTLY close at 11.20am.
Registration desks will be clearly identified by ENTRY NUMBER.
There is plenty space at the Academy for bikes (NB : security of your bike and possessions are your responsibility).
Pre-start - Cyclists will be requested to congregate after registration on the grass areas at the Lethame Road side of Kirklandpark School (same location as previous years). Marshals and signage will indicate route from Strathaven Academy (2 minute walk). Please DO NOT congregate on the road prior to start as this is an OPEN road. Marshals will call cyclists from holding area a few minutes before the start.
Start – The start will be on Lethame Rd at the Kirklandpark School entrance as previous years. We shall close a stretch of Lethame Road for a short period to allow for the start at 11.30am. This start time is STRICT – we cannot accommodate late starters (sorry!).
Finish – The finish will be at the rear entrance to Strathaven Academy in Crawford Street (ML10 6AE) located about 150m beyond right turn to Lethame Rd. Please take care when turning right into Crawford Street. On completion of your cycle please ensure you give your entry number to one of the finish team so that we know you have returned. Bike numbers can be retained as a memento.
Along the well signposted routes there will be Marshalls at various points and at some road crossings who are there to monitor progress and to aid safety. The route is such that it is possible to opt out at any stage.
Refreshments are available on the 50 mile route at the village halls in Sandford (at 20 miles) and Glassford (at 30 miles) and at Skeoch Crossroads for both the 50 mile and 15 mile routes (about halfway round the 15 miles). Final refreshments will be available at Strathaven Academy.
Please note that if there is severe adverse weather on the day, the event will be rescheduled with as much advance notice as possible. There will be no refunds just transfer to the alternative date.
A briefing note and map will be emailed to entrants a few days before the event.
Start 1 - 9.30am START Round Strathaven 50 Mile
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY.
You are entering the 50-mile 9.30am start.
This start time is STRICT – we cannot accommodate late starters (sorry!).
You will be allocated a by Entry Central. This will be on your confirmation email. and obtain your bike number.
Entry cost is £28 per rider. Additional donations can be added when registering - please consider this as a way to boost the money that will be raised for this year's charities.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS EVENT TAKES PLACE ON OPEN ROADS AND IS NOT A RACE.
Parking - There are various parking locations around the town. Some have time restrictions. Please do NOT use the Leisure Centre carpark.
Registration - Main Entrance, Strathaven Academy, Bowling Green Rd, ML10 6DP. Please note Bowling Green Road is very narrow and best avoided by cars.
Please allow plenty of time to park and register. Registration opens from 8.30am. You will NOT be able to register before this time. Registration will STRICTLY close at 9.20am to allow for preparation for the next group of entrants.
Registration desks will be clearly identified by ENTRY NUMBER.
There is plenty space at the Academy for bikes (NB : security of your bike and possessions are your responsibility).
Pre-start - Cyclists will be requested to congregate after registration on the grass areas at the Lethame Road side of Kirklandpark School (same location as previous years). Marshals and signage will indicate route from Strathaven Academy (2 minute walk). Please DO NOT congregate on the road prior to start as this is an OPEN road. Marshals will call cyclists from holding area a few minutes before the start.
Start – The start will be on Lethame Rd at the Kirklandpark School entrance as previous years. We shall close a stretch of Lethame Road for a short period to allow for the start at 9.30am. This start time is STRICT – we cannot accommodate late starters (sorry!).
Finish – The finish will be at the rear entrance to Strathaven Academy in Crawford Street (ML10 6AE) located about 150m beyond right turn to Lethame Rd. Please take care when turning right into Crawford Street. On completion of your cycle please ensure you give your entry number to one of the finish team so that we know you have returned. Bike numbers can be retained as a memento.
Along the well signposted routes there will be Marshalls at various points and at some road crossings who are there to monitor progress and to aid safety. The route is such that it is possible to opt out at any stage.
Refreshments are available on the 50 mile route at the village halls in Sandford (at 20 miles) and Glassford (at 30 miles) and at Skeoch Crossroads for both the 50 mile and 15 mile routes (about halfway round the 15 miles). Final refreshments will be available at Strathaven Academy.
Please note that if there is severe adverse weather on the day, the event will be rescheduled with as much advance notice as possible. There will be no refunds just transfer to the alternative date.
A briefing note and map will be emailed to entrants a few days before the event.
Start 2 - 10.30am START Round Strathaven 50 Mile.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY.
You are entering the 50-mile 10.30am start.
This start time is STRICT – we cannot accommodate late starters (sorry!).
You will be allocated a ENTRY by Entry Central. This will be on your confirmation email. and obtain your bike number.
Entry cost is £28 per rider. Additional donations can be added when registering - please consider this as a way to boost the money that will be raised for this year's charities.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS EVENT TAKES PLACE ON OPEN ROADS AND IS NOT A RACE.
Parking - There are various parking locations around the town. Some have time restrictions. Please do NOT use the Leisure Centre carpark.
Registration - Main Entrance, Strathaven Academy, Bowling Green Rd, ML10 6DP. Please note Bowling Green Road is very narrow and best avoided by cars.
Please allow plenty of time to park and register. Registration opens from 9.30am. You will NOT be able to register before this time. Registration will STRICTLY close at 10.20am to allow for preparation for the next group of entrants.
Registration desks will be clearly identified by ENTRY NUMBER.
There is plenty space at the Academy for bikes (NB : security of your bike and possessions are your responsibility).
Pre-start - Cyclists will be requested to congregate after registration on the grass areas at the Lethame Road side of Kirklandpark School (same location as previous years). Marshals and signage will indicate route from Strathaven Academy (2 minute walk). Please DO NOT congregate on the road prior to start as this is an OPEN road. Marshals will call cyclists from holding area a few minutes before the start.
Start – The start will be on Lethame Rd at the Kirklandpark School entrance as previous years. We shall close a stretch of Lethame Road for a short period to allow for the start at 10.30am. This start time is STRICT – we cannot accommodate late starters (sorry!).
Finish – The finish will be at the rear entrance to Strathaven Academy in Crawford Street (ML10 6AE) located about 150m beyond right turn to Lethame Rd. Please take care when turning right into Crawford Street. On completion of your cycle please ensure you give your entry number to one of the finish team so that we know you have returned. Bike numbers can be retained as a memento.
Along the well signposted routes there will be Marshalls at various points and at some road crossings who are there to monitor progress and to aid safety. The route is such that it is possible to opt out at any stage.
Refreshments are available on the 50 mile route at the village halls in Sandford (at 20 miles) and Glassford (at 30 miles) and at Skeoch Crossroads for both the 50 mile and 15 mile routes (about halfway round the 15 miles). Final refreshments will be available at Strathaven Academy.
Please note that if there is severe adverse weather on the day, the event will be rescheduled with as much advance notice as possible. There will be no refunds just transfer to the alternative date.
A briefing note and map will be emailed to entrants a few days before the event.
Firstly we are delighted to be able to announce that we are now a registered charity, Strathaven Cycle Events (SC054733). We will continue to use Round Strathaven 50 (RS50) and 15 (RS15) as the "brand" though.