The Spring Onion weaves its way south from Cobham in Surrey, to Rudgewick and Wisborough Green, then back north through Plaistow and Dunsfold (home of the Top Gear test track) and back to Cobham for a post-ride meal.

Entry includes feed station at Old Mill Cafe, Wisbrough Green plus a pasta meal and cake at the finish.

Now in its 16th year, the event is organised by European Cycle Events who organise travel to major events and also tailor-made trips. Riders finishing the Spring Onion within a time band will qualify for a discount on their trips in 2026, ranging from £100 for under 3 hours to £25 for 5-6 hours.

Entry is £35 via the European Cycle Events website.

Start/Finish

HQ is Cobham Village Hall.

Nearest train station is Cobham & Stoke D’Abernon which can be reached from Clapham Junction. The first trains from CJ on Sundays appear to be 7:06 arr 7:46 (change at Surbiton), or 7:49 arr 8:46 (change at Wimbledon).

Doors open 7:30, Event starts at 8:30. Numbers MUST be collected by 09:00 am

Ride closes at 14:30

Route

⚠ Please note NEW REVISED ROUTE announced Thursday 10th April due to roadworks –

The revised route is 64.3 miles with approx 3,500 ft ascent. Slightly different to last years route, the final climb will be Whitedown rather than Combe Lane.

https://www.strava.com/activities/14137713020

https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/344752400

https://www.strava.com/activities/1116556412

https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/261196278