Bolly Skyline 2026

After the resounding success of the last two year’s Enduro Mountain Biking event in Bollington, it returns this year in August.

Mountain bike enduros are an increasingly popular sporting competition, where the ‘stages’ of downhill descents are timed (the mandatory uphills and transitions are not timed). The combination of fitness and skill that is required, the physical feeling of exhilaration and the enjoyment of the relaxed environment that surrounds these events make them popular with riders, spectators, friends and family alike.

Local lad Josh Bryceland has been a professional, World Cup winning downhill mountain biker for many years, having entered his first race at the age of 10.  It was suggested to him that a ‘race’ could be organised to help raise funds for the Bollington Festival as well as other charities like Mountain Rescue - and several years ago preparations started to be made to make the dream a reality. The Enduro involves riding on a mix of fantastic single track, purpose built trails and natural bridleways through spectacular countryside.

The aim of the Skyline Team is to bring mountain biking and enjoyment of the beautiful countryside right here on our doorstep to everyone.  The Enduro allows racers from top pros to average “Joes” the chance to test their mettle on a course laid out by one of the sport’s best, in the truly special location of Josh’s hometown.   ⁠With stages handcrafted for all abilities, riders will experience the best of Bollington’s breathtaking trails and scenery.

Increased from 600 entrants last year, up to 1000 mountain bikers from all over the country and some from further afield have registered and will compete in the Bolly Skyline Enduro.  The ‘Bolly Full’ on Saturday 8th August will consist of 8 'stages' (timed descents) and the ‘Bolly Half’ on Sunday 9th will consist of 5 ‘stages’. Competitors go as fast as they can on the stages. The winner is the person with the shortest cumulative time for all stages in the category.

The event base or ‘Hub’ will again be on private land next to the Old Slaughterhouse on Shrigley Road.  Here there will be stalls, entertainment, food, drink, kids activities and other surprises along the way all weekend - so something for everyone. Friday and Saturday night brings everyone together with live bands, DJs, and good vibes that last well into the night. The local mayor is visiting Saturday also.

We would love you to come along and be involved with the Bolly Skyline Mountain Bike Enduro from August 8th to 10th 2025.

You can find more information here:

http://www.bollyskyline.com

We are welcoming riders as well as the local community to support us and the way the local community has come together to allow us to pass on their private land, volunteer to help us run the vent and much, much more is an incredible testament to the community spirit in Bollington and neighbouring small villages, we are so grateful for the support and overwhelmed by the generosity and positivity of all involved. They have truly helped to embody our core values:

• Inclusivity

Everyone is welcome here and we are committed to creating an event that caters to riders of all abilities, ensuring everyone feels valued and included.

• Unity

We are stronger together and we celebrate the mountain biking community and the connections we build between riders, supporters, volunteers, and spectators.

• Enjoyment

While competition is part of the event, the emphasis is on having fun, grins not wins and sharing the enjoyment of the trails and creating lifelong memories.

• Caring

We encourage camaraderie and sportsmanship and lifting others up. Our event is built on mutual support between all those involved.

• Sustainability

We are committed to preserving and respecting the environment, ensuring that our trails and natural spaces are cared for and left in great condition.

• Excellence

We strive to provide a well-organised, safe, and professional event that participants and spectators will remember for all the right reasons.