CIRCUIT RACING

Circuit racing

Traffic free, short distance bunch racing.

What and where is circuit racing

Circuit racing consists of laps around a 1-3 mile closed circuit (no cars) lasting between 45 and 90 minutes. The racing is held either at purpose built venues or multi-use temporary venues such as the paths of public parks or airfields.

Purpose built circuits within reach of Tunbridge Wells include:

Park & airfield circuits include:

How, where and what you'll need to enter

All British Cycling registered circuit races can be found via the BC Calendar. Some can also be entered via the BC website, whilst others are enterd via Rider HQ. You'll need to have BC Silver or Gold membership, and a full racing licence to gain points. Races can often be over subscribed, but it's also possible to enter on-the-line (as opposed to online) by just turning up with your race licence if spaces are available.

Circuit races are often part of a league which includes both road and circuit races. Entrants are required to affiliate to the league before being permitted to enter.

Local leagues

  • SERRL (South East Road Race League) run a Summer and Winter series including both road and circuit races, with circuit races held on Saturday or Sunday. SERRL also run Thursday evening races with most circuit races held at Cyclopark. Annual rider affiliation is £20 if you are a member of an affiliated club (Southborough are affiliated). Race entry is £15 in advance for affiliated riders.
  • Surrey Cycle Racing League (Surrey League) run road and circuit racing. Circuit races are held at MOD Chertsey, Dunsfold Park and Hove Park. Annual rider affiliation is £20 if you are a member of an affiliated club (Southborough are not currently affiliated). Race entry is £15 in advance for affiliated riders.
CIRCUIT RACING