The Windmill 200

A 218km cycling event starting from Witham, Essex. Controls at Burwell, Elsenham, Rainbow Rural, Barnston and The Battesford Court, Witham., plus 6 information controls.

A new start for this classic at the Battesford Court Wetherspoons, Newland Street, Witham CM8 1AH, as per the ACME Anvil Winter Series. Parking for £1 (payable in cash on the day) at the Witham Labour Club CM8 2EE.

Lots of info controls to take you to lots of windmills! Commercial controls at 84km and 157km with a special control at Rainbow Rural Care Farm near Barnston at 174km. Pub start and finish.

Along the route

Key: Cafe Convenience Store Restaurant Service Station Supermarket

Witham is a historic market town located in Essex. The town has roots going back to Roman Britain, where it is believed that a settlement existed along the Roman road from Colchester to London. Its position along the River Brain made it a center for milling, and later industries like brewing and textile production.
Costa Coffee  Morrisons  The Battesford Court  Toast  Witham Café

Burwell is a village located in Cambridgeshire. A highlight is the Burwell Windmill – a Grade II listed post mill dating from the 19th centurys – stands as a symbol of the village’s agricultural history and offers a unique glimpse into traditional milling techniques.
Co-op

Elsenham is a picturesque village located in the Uttlesford District of Essex. The village is located near the Elsenham Brook, which provides natural beauty and opportunities for walking and wildlife watching.
Golf World Stansted

Barnston is a small, tranquil village located in the Epping Forest District of Essex. Barnston has a long history, with some of its buildings dating back to the Medieval period. The village’s heritage can still be seen in its traditional cottages, timber-framed houses, and historic farmhouses.
The Fox & Hounds

Key Information

Facilities

	GPS files available from organiser		Mudguards required
	Parking at start		Toilets at start
	‘shoestring’ event, few or no facilities or AUK controllers

Route Detail