Cyclocross National Trophy Round 5 2023/24
Cyclopark are thrilled to announce that cyclocross is back with Round 5 of the British Cycling Cyclocross National Trophy Series 2023 / 24 being held at Cyclopark on the 9th & 10th of December.
Alongside excellent racing, there is a selection of free have a go community sessions on both days; training sessions in the weeks up to the event and one day and weekend parking options. All must be pre-booked using the links below.
As ever, expect a technical course (courtesy of Huw Williams) jam packed with iconic Cyclopark cyclocross features such us the GKR Racing Flyover & the epic 47 step staircase - you won't want to miss this one!
Continue reading to find out more information about how to get involved before & during the event. As always, more specific race information can be found on the British Cycling Website.
The event is organised by Southborough District Wheelers. For any further event specific questions, please contact Bruce Sandell via Bruce@into-tomorrow.com
Parking must be pre-booked
For more information & to book, please visit Eventbrite.com.
Parking Options & Costs:
- Event parking (1 day): £6 + booking fee
- Event parking (2 days): £10 + booking fee
- Premium Parking (1 day): £10 + booking fee
- Overnight Motorhome parking (1 night): £30 + booking fee
- Overnight Motorhome parking (2 nights): £50 + booking fee
- Blue Badge Holders: FREE
Please note - we are not able to offer overnight camping in tents this year as a bookable option. Use of motorhomes & campavans are permitted, and will be located on a hard standing surface in our overflow carpark.
National Trophy Cyclocross Training Sessions
To prepare riders of all ages ahead of this upcoming event, we are hosting weeknight training sessions. Led by expert cycling coach, Huw Williams, riders can expect to sharpen their techniques, improve their bike handling skills & get to terms with some areas of the course ahead of the event.
To book please contact Reception@Cyclopark.com or use the Cyclopark app.
Please see sessions below:
Under 12's Cyclocross Training
- Day: Tuesday PM
- Time: 5:30pm - 6:45pm
- Age: 8 - 12 years old
- Price: £10 per rider
- Bookable: Via the Cyclopark App OR by contacting Reception@Cyclopark.com
Youth A & B Cyclocross Training
- Day: Tuesday PM
- Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
- Age: 12 - 16 years old
- Price: £11 per rider
- Bookable: Via the Cyclopark App OR by contacting Reception@Cyclopark.com
Cyclocross Training 16+
- Day: Thursday PM
- Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
- Age: 16+ years old
- Price: £11 per rider
- Bookable: Via the Cyclopark App OR by contacting Reception@Cyclopark.com
Saturday Training Sessions
- Day: Saturday PM (18th Nov, 25th Nov & 2nd Dec ONLY)
- Time: 10:30am - 12pm
- Age: Youth AB, Juniors, U23s & Vets
- Price: £11 per rider
- Bookable: Via the Cyclopark App OR by contacting Reception@Cyclopark.com
Free Cycling Sessions
This year we are offering the chance for those not competing / spectating to get involved with some cycling of their own!
Choose between cycling taster sessions across the weekend, led by our expert coaches, and the best part is that these are all completely free!
Group Learn to ride Sessions
Start your cycling journey at Cyclopark alongside the Nations best cyclocross riders!
MTB Skills Sessions
Test your bike control and tackle off road obstacles in our MTB skills zone!
Cyclocross Taster
For those feeling inspired by the event, get stuck in with an introduction to cyclocross!
Each activity will take place three times a day within the following times:
- Session 1: 10:15am - 11:00am
- Session 2: 11:15am - 12:00pm
- Session 3: 3:00pm - 13:45pm
And if that wasn't enough, all equipment for all sessions is included!
How To Enter
Entries are now live via the British Cycling website.
Be sure to enter before the closing date of midnight 28/11/2023. On the day entries are not permitted!
Places will be by selection, based on the up-to-date National Rankings on the closing date of the event. The continued growth in participation means that we are approaching realistic capacity at many rounds, so please note that an entry to an event does not guarantee acceptance.
The maximum field size has been set at 100 for any one category, or a total of 140 where there are two or more waves in the same race. Please note that there will not be a reserve list.
Please note that race regulations and schedules are subject to change at any point up to and including on the day. Any changes will of course be communicated to riders.
Race Course Access
Please stay off the course! All areas of the course are still currently under construction & therefore not open to the public. Please refrain from riding the course, or any cyclocross features at the park, when unsupervised ahead of the Trophy event.
Resist temptation & book onto one of our many weeknight training sessions instead listed above.
How To Spectate
Want to watch the Nation's best riders battle it out? Well you'll be glad to hear that spectating is free!
Event parking charges do apply if you are driving to the venue, however, we openly encourage cycling & walking to the watch the races so we hope to see as many of you here as possible!
Be sure to check out last year's event preview video by clicking here! This video will give you be greater understanding of what the event will entail.
Check out last year's event preview to get up to speed with what to expect on December 9th and 10th 2023!
