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Hoghton Tower, Preston
Red Rose Olympic Cycling Club will be delivering the first round of this year’s North West Cyclo-Cross season at Hoghton Tower, Preston, for a 3rd year running.
The continental indoor barn section will be there again doubling up as sign on with the course going through the barn following a short cobbled climb. The course will be much the same layout but will be extended to increase lap times. The start will take place in a larger area in the bottom field. Car parking is in the same place with a £2 fee being charged per car by the venue. There will be the usual stalls including hot and cold drinks plus the hog roast.
The youth races will have prizes supplied by Crank-It Racing.
New this year is a novice race for those who would like to try out a bit of competitive riding for the first time. Have a look at some photos of last year's race.
The course will be built on Friday the 9th of September. If you would like to help out with the build and get the chance to check out the course the venue will be open for course building from 2.00pm.
Parking
The venue staff will collect parking fees of £2 per vehicle. Parking is on a hard surface but not suitable for larger motorhomes. Please also park as close as possible to other vehicles as space is limited. Please do not park on the tarmac drive or grass banking either side of the main drive. There will be a single lane 2 way entry and exit system to the car park so please assist the car park volunteers who will direct you.
Conservation work
To show the league's support if this magnificent grade 1 listed gem all adult racers will be asked to contribute £1 to the ongoing restoration and conservation work. There will also be refreshments served in the barn for those spectators who want to stay close to the action.
Race Times
10.30 Youth & Novice, 30 mins £6 entry
11.30 U12, 15 mins £1 entry
12.00 U10, 10 mins £1 entry
12.20 U8, 10 mins £1 entry
13.00 Veteran & Women, 40 mins £10/£12*
13.00 Junior & U23 Women, 40 mins £10/£12*
14.15 Junior & U23 Men, 50 mins £10/£12*
14.15 Senior Men, 50 mins £12/£14*
* A £2 surcharge is payable by all non-league Senior, Junior ,U23, Veteran and Women riders.
