One Rider. A solo world record attempt. 2,000 Miles. The Full Perimeter of England.
The Final Chapter of the Yorkshire Beast Trilogy
Yorkshire Beast is a series of ultra-distance endurance cycling challenges created to push the limits of human endurance whilst raising money for charity.
The journey began in 2024 when a team of riders cycled the full perimeter of Yorkshire, covering 460 miles in four days and raising £16,000 for charity. In 2025 the challenge grew, as did the team, with a group ride from Leeds to Nice, covering 1,100 miles in under seven days crossing the French Alps by night and climbing the iconic and brutal Bonette’s Pass at 9,000 feet altitude before descending the final 70 miles to the Mediterranean. Together the team raised £55,000 for Alzheimer’s Society and Candlelighters supporting the families of children with cancer around Yorkshire.
Now in its 3rd year 2026, the final chapter of a trilogy will take place.
With the goal that every mile ridden raises awareness and money for charities, Yorkshire Beast is about endurance, determination, community, and ambition.
The Final Chapter of the Yorkshire Beast Trilogy, and it’s been worth the wait!
This is the final challenge in the Yorkshire Beast endurance trilogy and the biggest yet.
In June 2026, Martin Mansell will attempt to cycle the entire perimeter of England, covering approximately 2,000 miles around the country's coastline and borders in the fastest time possible.
Starting and finishing at the Humber Bridge in East Yorkshire, the route will follow England’s coastline before tracing the Welsh border from the Severn Bridge to Chester and the Scottish border from Carlisle to Berwick-upon-Tweed.
This isn’t just a long ride. It’s a test of endurance, resilience and determination. The challenge will require 16–17 hours in the saddle each day, with only a few hours of sleep, while navigating the demanding terrain of Devon, Cornwall and England’s rugged coastline.
What began three years ago with a ride around Yorkshire now reaches its final chapter, a world-record attempt around the full perimeter of England.
The Team
Martin Mansell
Matt Gillard
Anthony Kohler
Siobhán Mckenny
Reuben Mantle
The Route
Starting at the Humber Bridge in East Yorkshire, Martin will set off on a 2,000-mile journey around the full perimeter of England.
The route follows the entire English coastline, before tracing the Welsh border north from the Severn Bridge to Chester, and then continuing along the English-Scottish border from Carlisle to Berwick-upon-Tweed. From there, the route returns south along England’s north east coastline back to Yorkshire.
The challenge includes some of the toughest terrain in the country, particularly through Devon and Cornwall, with long daily distances and minimal recovery time.
The goal is simple but brutal: complete the full perimeter of England in the fastest time possible.
Follow the Journey
The entire challenge will be documented through the Endurance Podcast, giving an insider’s look at what it takes to attempt a world-record endurance ride.
Follow the preparation, the setbacks, the victories and the reality of life on the road as Martin attempts to cycle around the full perimeter of England.
From the start line at the Humber Bridge to the final miles back into Yorkshire, the story will unfold in real time.
Subscribe to the podcast and follow the journey as it happens.
Riding for Two Amazing Causes
Every mile of this challenge is raising money for two incredible causes.
The Rob Burrow Foundation
Supporting people living with Motor Neurone Disease and funding research and care through Leeds Hospitals. Inspired by the incredible courage of rugby league legend Rob Burrow, the foundation helps families affected by MND and works to improve treatment and support.
The Yorkshire Children's Charity
Helping children and families across Yorkshire with essential support services, mobility equipment and opportunities that transform young lives.
Your support helps both charities continue their vital work across Yorkshire and the UK.
THE ROB BURROW FOUNDATION
funding research and support for Motor Neurone Disease
Yorkshire Children's Charity
Yorkshire Children's Charity, helping children across Yorkshire access vital equipment, mobility support and opportunities
Our Sponsors
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