Saturday the 8th of August, 2026
Starting at 9:00am
at Middleton’s Rotary Raceway Park
The Heart of the Valley Century Ride offers an opportunity for cyclists of all ages and skill levels to experience the scenic Annapolis Valley.
Jersey Design Will Be Revealed SOON!
Jersey Order Deadline is July 10th, 2026 at 4PM NO EXCEPTIONS can be made.
https://jakroo.com/fit-and-sizing
Final routes can be seen below
PLEASE ALSO NOTE THAT ANY DAY-OF REGISTRATIONS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED
A MEAL OR SWAG.
We will not be able to accommodate dietary restrictions for same day registrations.
If you have questions, please email mpal@town.middleton.ns.ca
Please join our Middleton Century Ride Facebook Group for Updates and prize draws between now and the ride!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
25 K (1/4 Century Ride)
The 25K (Quarter Century Ride) begins in Middleton and heads out along the rolling countryside of Brooklyn Road toward Brickton. Between 4.7 km and 7.5 km, riders will tackle a stretch of hills—but the beautiful Annapolis Valley views make the climb worthwhile. The route then continues to Brickton, where cyclists will cross the Annapolis River for the first time before returning along Highway 201 through Nictaux, crossing the river again as they head back into Middleton to complete the loop and enjoy a well-earned meal at the finish line. Route Map is below.
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Register for 25 K (1/4 Century Ride)CA$85.00Mar 20 - Aug 5
50K (Half Century Ride)
The 50K (Half Century Ride) begins in Middleton and follows the same route as the other distances, climbing the rolling Brooklyn Road hills—a challenging stretch between 4.7 km and 7.5 km where the Annapolis Valley views make the effort worthwhile. From there, riders head west along Clarence Road through the community of Clarence and on to Bridgetown, where a food stop at Jubilee Park provides snacks and refreshments and a chance to refuel. After the break, cyclists turn back toward Middleton along Route 201 through Paradise and Williamston, following the scenic Annapolis Valley before crossing the Annapolis River in Nictaux and returning to Middleton to relax and enjoy a well-earned meal at the finish line. Route Map is below
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Register for 50K (Half Century Ride)CA$85.00Mar 20 - Aug 5
100 K (Metric Century Ride)
The 100K (Metric Century Ride) is a challenging and beautiful tour through the Annapolis Valley. Riders begin alongside the 25K and 50K participants, climbing the rolling Brooklyn Road hills before continuing west with the 50K group along Clarence Road to Bridgetown, where the first food stop at Jubilee Park (around KM 28) offers a chance to refuel. From there, cyclists follow scenic Route 201 toward Annapolis Royal, passing through Tupperville, Round Hill, Moschelle, and Lequille before reaching the second food stop at the Annapolis Royal Community Hub (around KM 51). Riders then head east out of Annapolis Royal on Highway 1 toward Bridgetown for another refueling stop around KM 75, before finishing the final stretch along Route 201 back to Middleton, where a well-earned meal and time to relax awaits at the finish line. Route Map is below
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Register for 100 K (Metric Century Ride)CA$85.00Mar 20 - Aug 5
160 KM (Century Ride)
The 160K (Full Century Ride) is our longest and most adventurous route, offering a true endurance challenge through the Annapolis Valley and into the South Mountain region. Riders begin with the other distances, following the same route as the 100K riders through Brooklyn, Clarence, and Bridgetown, continuing along Route 201 through Tupperville, Round Hill, Moschelle, and Lequille to Annapolis Royal. From there, the route heads south into the mountains toward Raven Haven Campground (around KM 85) where another food stop is located. On the return trip, cyclists travel the scenic back roads through Clementsport, Milford, and Greywood, before rejoining Highway 1 toward Annapolis Royal (around KM 108) and continuing east to Jubilee Park in Bridgetown (around KM 132) for another opportunity to refuel before the final stretch back to Middleton. As this middle portion of the ride is more remote, cyclists are encouraged to stock up at the KM 75 stop, ride in groups, carry a cell phone, and rev
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Register for 160 KM (Century Ride)CA$85.00Mar 20 - Aug 5
The Ride
Saturday the 8th of August, 2026, starting at 9:00am at Middleton’s Rotary Park.
ALL DISTANCES ARE LISTED WITH DIRECTIONS ROUTES AND MAPS BELOW
Please recheck maps the week of the ride in case there are issues with construction, we will be rechecking routes regularly.
ALL ROUTES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
25KM Century Ride Bike Route
https://onthegomap.com/s/utvrfkrl
In Middleton
Begin at Rotary Park on Marshall Road
Turn Left on Commercial St.
Right on Main St (Hwy 1)
Right on Brooklynn Road
Left on Mt. Hanley Road - Porta Potty here
Left on NS-201
Left on Nictaux Road (turns into Bridge St)
Right on Main St.
Left on Commercial St
Right on Marshall Road.
Chicken Dinner starts at Noon
Specialty meals for food sensitivities must be ordered ahead (Vegan meal will be more than just salad this year, we promise!)
50KM Bike Route
https://onthegomap.com/s/67k2qoc6
In Middleton
Begin at Rotary Park on Marshall Road
Turn Left on Commercial St.
Right on Main St (Hwy 1 W)
Right on Brooklynn Road
Left on Mt. Hanley Road - Porta Potty here
Right on Clarence Road
Left on Inglewood Road (turns into Bay Road at Bridgetown)
IN BRIDGETOWN
Left on Hwy 1 E
FOOD IS COMING UP WATCH FOR SIGNS
Into Jubilee Park for food stop @ VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER - ON YOUR RIGHT
Right on Hwy 1 W
Right on Queen St.
Left on NS-201
Left on Nictaux Road
Back in Middleton
Stay left, turns into Bridge St (this is a stop sign)
Right on Main St.
Left on Commercial St
Right on Marshall Road
Chicken Dinner starts at Noon
Specialty meals for food sensitivities must be ordered ahead (Vegan meal will be more than just salad this year, we promise!)
100KM Route
MAP LINK
https://onthegomap.com/s/bh5q0l4g
Begin at Rotary Park on Marshall Road
Turn Left on Commercial St.
Right on Main St (Hwy 1 W)
Right on Brooklynn Road
Left on Mt. Hanley Road PORTA POTTY HERE APPROX. 8.5 KM MARK
Right on Clarence Road
Left on Inglewood Road (turns into Bay Road at Bridgetown)
In Bridgetown
Left on Hwy 1 E
FOOD IS COMING UP WATCH FOR SIGNS!
JUBILEE PARK FOOD STOP APROX 28KM MARK ON YOUR RIGHT
Right on Hwy 1 W
Right on Hwy 1W
Right on Queen St.
Right onto Hwy 201 heading West
In Annapolis Royal
Right on Hwy 8 (St. George St)
FOOD STOP ANNAPOLIS ROYAL AT THE COMMUNITY HUB FOOD STOP APROX 51 KM MARK
Right on George
Right on Prince Albert
Right on Hwy 1 E
Back into Bridgetown
JUBILEE PARK FOOD STOP APROX 75KM MARK ON YOUR RIGHT
Right on Hwy 1
Right on Queen
Left on NS-201
Left on Nictaux Road
Back in Middleton
Stay left, turns into Bridge St (this is a stop sign)
Right on Main St.
Left on Commercial St
Right on Marshall Road
Chicken Dinner starts at Noon
Specialty meals for food sensitivities must be ordered ahead (Vegan meal will be more than just salad this year, we promise!)
160KM Route
LINK TO MAP
https://onthegomap.com/s/ur5dp3ro
Begin at Rotary Park on Marshall Road
Turn Left on Commercial St.
Right on Main St (Hwy 1 W)
Right on Brooklyn Road
Left on Mt. Hanley Road PORTA POTTY HERE APPROX 8.5 KM MARK
Right on Clarence Road
Left on Inglewood Road (turns into Bay Road at Bridgetown)
IN BRIDGETOWN
Left on Hwy 1 E
FOOD IS COMING UP WATCH FOR SIGNS
JUBILEE PARK FOOD VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER - ON YOUR RIGHT APROX 28 KM MARK
Right on Hwy 1 W
Right on Queen St
Right onto Hwy 201 heading West
In Annapolis Royal
Right on Hwy 8 (St. George St)
FOOD IS COMING UP WATCH FOR SIGNS
A.R. LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY HUB FOOD STOP APROX 51KM MARK ON YOUR RIGHT
Leaving Annapolis Royal for Raven Haven
Right on George
Left on Prince Albert – Hwy 1 W
Left on Clemensport Road approx. 65 km (this road is rough in spots and under construction as of today)
Left on Quarry Road (this road has some rough spots)
Left on Clementsvale Road
WATCH FOR THIS TURN
Right on Virginia Road Approx. 72KM spot
(keep right on Virginia Road)
FOOD IS COMING WATCH FOR SIGNS AT SANDY BOTTOM LAKE IT’S 1KM TO FOOD STOP
RAVEN HAVEN CAMPGROUND FOOD STOP ON YOUR LEFT APPROX. 84 KM MARK
Left on Hwy 8 at Milford
Return to Annapolis Royal
Stay on St. George St.
ANNAPOLIS ROYAL FOOD STOP - ON YOUR RIGHT APPROX. 108KM MARK
Right on George
Right on Prince Albert (turns into Hwy1)
Right on Hwy 1 E
Back into Bridgetown
JUBILEE PARK FOOD STOP APPROX 132 KM MARK
Right on Hwy 1
Right on Queen
Left on NS-201
Left on Nictaux Road
Back in Middleton
Stay left, turns into Bridge St (this is a stop sign)
Right on Main St.
Left on Commercial St
Right on Marshall Road
Chicken Dinner starts at Noon
Specialty meals for food sensitivities must be ordered ahead (Vegan meal will be more than just salad this year, we promise!)
Food Stops
Food stops are located every 25-30km;
Bridgetown (Jubilee Park) 28 KM mark on the way there, 75 KM on the way back for the 100 KM Riders and 132 KM Mark on the way back for the 160 K riders.
Annapolis Royal (Annapolis Royal Community Hub) 51 KM Mark on the way there and 108 KM on the way back for the 160KM Riders
Raven Haven Park approximately half way through the 160km loop at the 85 KM Mark
Washrooms and much needed fluids along with snacks will be provided at the respective stops.
The rides finish in Middleton with a post ride meal, starting at 12:00pm and are served until 5:00pm for all participants. If you have food sensitivities please state that in your registration.
Timing
Please arrive at 7:30am for check in and same day registration.
The ride will start promptly at 9:00am, with a peloton through Middleton. Registration will stop at 8:15am for a pre-ride briefing and commence again after 9:00am for those arriving late.
This is not a race, however there is an expectation that you are able to complete the route you choose to ride in a reasonable amount of time.
Volunteers will be staffing the food stops and these stops will be open during the following times:
Raven Haven: 11:30am – 1:30pm
Annapolis Royal: 10:30am – 3:00pm
Bridgetown: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Middleton: 7:30am – 5:00pm.
The Chicken dinner is served from 12:00pm to 5:00pm.
If you choose to start your ride after the designated start time, or if you wish to stop for lunch you are welcome to do so, however keep in mind the food stops will close at the above stated times and you will be responsible for ensuring you are self-sufficient should you be riding after these times.
Please note, we are NOT able to offer refunds for this event. Once you register the swag and meals are ordered and this cannot be changed.
Registration
Cost is $85 in person or can be made online or if that is not an option, you can come to Town Hall to pay in cash, debit or e-transfer.
Register before noon on July 10, 2026 and receive a custom Jersey we will not be able to accommodate jersey orders after this date as the order goes in and cannot be changed.
Registrations after July 10 before August 8th, 2025 will receive a free promotional item.
The sizing chart for the jersey is available once you begin the registration process. Please note this company tends to run a bit small so please look at the chart. We cannot swap out jerseys on the day of the ride if you order a jersey that it the wrong size.
Pre-registration online is strongly encouraged. Online registration closes Friday, August 5th at 4:30pm. Promotional items on the day of the ride will be available on a first come, first served basis, and while items last.
Registration will be available on ride day, however please arrive early as the registration will close while the pre-ride briefing is conducted.
We can only accept cash and e-transfer on the day of the ride for payment.
The ride will start on time regardless of people waiting to register.
FOR JERSEY SIZING PLEASE REFER TO THIS LINK
Safety
It is strongly recommended you carry a cell phone; contact numbers for event volunteers will be provided. In the event of an accident where medical or police are required - CALL 911. All participants must ensure they have a well-maintained bicycle and the physical fitness to complete the distance they choose. We will not be tracking each participant. If you are riding alone please notify staff at registration and ensure staff are advised when you complete your ride, especially if you stop riding before returning to Middleton. If you are riding in a group please ensure you make arrangements should you be separated to ensure you account for all group members. Please have an extra bike tube in case you need to replace on on route. Be aware of the road conditions as there are pot holes.
Rules of the road apply.
What You Need
A bike, a helmet and the desire to have fun. You should carry the necessities for basic repairs such as flat tires, a water bottle(s) to get from food stop to food stop. For safety reasons is it suggested that you carry a cell phone.
We will have a support vehicle for major breakdowns and/or accidents; not for tired riders.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Town of Middleton Recreation
- Phone
- 902-825-4841 #3
