"It was such a friendly event yesterday and well organised. I must admit it was the biggest challenge I have ever done but so worth it."
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Heymooth Sportif
Welcome to the Heymooth Tae Hill & Back. A brilliant charity Sportif organised by the Rotary Club of Eyemouth & District working in partnership with Malawi Fruits. We are offering a memorable and enjoyable cycling challenge in some of Scotland's best scenery and quietest roads, while raising funds to support local Eyemouth charities, Prostate Scotland and the international charity Malawi Fruits. The beautiful and historical village of Eyemouth – locally known as Heymooth – is the start point for two great routes:
- Heymooth Gowkie Cuts is a 40 mile route mixing undulating country roads with a couple of decent climbs which bring the reward of some amazing views. Ideal for less experienced riders or those who would not be able to complete the longer route in eight hours or less.
- Heymooth Mony-Nutter is a whole different proposition. 70 miles and 1,797 metres of climbing makes this a serious challenge.
So the real question is: are you a Gowkie Cutter or a Mony Nutter?!
Both routes start and finish at Eyemouth High School where there is loads of free parking. Riders can start anytime between 8am and 10am and there will be a sweep vehicle behind the last riders and you need to plan your start time to be finished by 5pm at the latest.
Long route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3195829665054847950
Short route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3195830277476044750
Our routes take in some of the Border’s best scenery and there are loads of great climbs, especially on the Mony-Nutter. Whatever route you choose you will be sustained by great sandwiches and home baking provided by our team at the feed stations as well as bananas and health bars for that added sustenance.
The Routes
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The shorter route is on the gentle roads of rural Angus and features just one significant climb - over the famous Cathertuns road and into Glen Lethnot. Featuring a refreshment stop at the half-way point, this is a great starter event for beginners or younger people, or simply a change of scenery for more experienced riders.
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Leaving from Edzell Muir, riders will make their way to Fettercairn and prepare for the big climb up the steep side of the Cairn o' Mount. It's the end of May, so the snow gates shouldn't be closed!
The reward is spectacular views and a long run down the other side to Clachan. From there, it's a short section on the Slug Road before turning onto excellent minor roads to bring you to Stonehaven. This really is the best of both worlds because, from the mountains on the edge of the Cairngorm National Park, you will be running down the coast through Inverberview and Johnsahven using minor roads and cycle paths before cutting west towards Brechin and taking in the Catheruns road before returning to base.
Frequently Asked Questions
Entry Terms & Conditions
Our events have helped raise in excess of £80,000 to support the vital work of Malawi Fruits - a sustainable community enterprise based in the north of Malawi.
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Get in touch
If you want to find out more about any of the events or the work of Malawi Fruits, please get in touch with the team.