Marston Mega Cross is in 100 days! And we’ve got brilliant news…
George Halls Cycle Centre is sponsoring Marston Mega Cross again. 🎉
📍 Marston Lodge
🗓️ Sunday 16th August
Enter now (RiderHQ):
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Massive thanks to Neil Holman and everyone at George Halls Cycle Centre (Northampton Road, Market Harborough) for the continued support 🙌
Need anything before race day? Pop into George Halls Cycle Centre for bikes, kids’ bikes/scooters, and workshop support (they’re BOSCH eBike certified).
Give them a follow: /georgehallscyclecentre/
#MarstonMegaCross #offroadcycling #CX #MTB #Gravel
Today I spoke with the farmer whose sheep and cattle graze the land between Owston and Burrough. He highlighted the importance of keeping litter to the side of the track—not throwing it over hedgerows—as plastic bottles, gel wrappers, and foil can harm his animals or lead to costly vet bills. The CiCLE Classic has run for over 20 years; please keep litter in your pocket or use the green zone responsibly.
Dean Barnett
Junior Race Director
Marston Mega Cross, supported by George Halls Cycle Centre
3hr 'enduro cross' race suitable for ALL off-road bikes.
We welcome anyone and everyone to our races.
Never done cross? Never raced at all? No worries.
Marston Mega Cross is designed so that everyone can participate.
You can call it a race if you want, or not and just ‘beat the course’.
The race starts at 11:30am, the aim is to beat the course and race for 3hrs PLUS one lap.
Over £2000 in prize money.
Solos race on their own, pairs relay-style.
Entry Fee - Solo £35, Pairs £55.
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Its that time of year ....
61st Three Peaks Cyclo-cross
Registration opens on Sunday 1st June.
Race Day - Sunday 28th September.
The 3 Peaks Cyclo-Cross is staged in the Yorkshire Dales National Park every year at the end of September. It is the toughest and biggest Cyclo-Cross event in the UK!
What else can be said? Great spectacle. Unique event – well worth a visit even if you don’t take part!
Excellent range of prizes.
The 61st Three Peaks Cyclo-cross is maintaining an entry fee of £90.00 for competitors aged over 23 years old.
To encourage the participation of younger competitors. aged under 18 and 23 years old, their entry fee will be £50.00.
The reduction in entry fee is facilitated by Rideforcharlie and any potential sponsors of the event.
Thank you Nick & Sarah Craig - Rideforcharlie
Our prestigious event is always looking for sponsors to support with the increase in costs.
Please contact dean@3peakscyclocross if you would like to support this unique bike race, part of the Yorkshire Dales heritage.
Entry Portal -
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Dean Barnett,
3 Peaks Race Secretary
The day after...
One big 'thank you' to all the volunteers, officials and communities who came together to support cycle racing.
Owston is so peaceful this morning.
Dean Barnett
My advice to the Junior CiCLE Classic competitors -
'Beat the course and the result will be just fine.'
It's going to be an epic day's racing.
Dean Barnett
Junior CiCLE Classic Race Director
Image of Louis Herring, Harrogate Nova, from 2024 contesting the Junior CiCLE Classic
The photo was captured Gareth Quinn, and was awarded a Special Merit Award in the prestigious 2024 World Sports Photography Awards.
MARSTON MEGA CROSS
SUNDAY 18th AUGUST - 11:30hrs
Marston Lodge, LE16 9TT
#2ndMarstonMegaCross.
3hr 'enduro cross' race suitable for ALL off-road bikes.
We welcome anyone and everyone to our races.
Never done cross? Never raced at all? No worries. Marston Mega Cross is designed so that everyone can participate.
You can call it a race if you want, or not and just 'beat the course'.
The race starts at 11:30am, the aim is to beat the course and race for 3hrs PLUS one lap.
Solos race on their own, pairs relay-style.
Entry Fee - Solo £35, Pairs £55.
Junior BC Licence holders upwards, plus admin fee. Non-British Cycling members will be required to pay for a day licence (£3).
Marston Lodge course is a mix of grassland, stone tracks and woodlands, one lap will be between 6 to 8km. The terrain and setting are exceptional!
Timing by D3Ractec
Spectators very welcome.
Unfortunately no EBikes
A BUNCH OF OTHER INFO FOR THOSE WHO WANT MORE DETAILS
Bikes: You can ride just about any bike. We don't care. Just leave the motor at home. Most people ride cyclocross or gravel bikes with 700x33mm tires or larger. Mountain bikes are totally fine.
BC Membership: This event is held under British Cycling Rules. If you are not a member… don't worry. For the price of a pint you can take out a day licence.
Helmets: Wear a helmet at all times.
Pre-riding: We encourage you to pre-ride the course! The course will be open from 9:30am
Sign On: Our friendly volunteers will be in position from 9am
Chips and numbers: We aren't talking Doritos, we are talking about timing chips. D3Racetec will be issuing ankle timing chips that placed on your left ankle - OVER YOUR SOCK. Pin your race number onto your left side back. Always the left.
Results: Results will be available from D3Racetec.
Start: It will be a mass start.
Neutral support & pits: You can keep a spare bike, spare wheels or fuel here. If you have an issue with your bike, you can only progress forward to the pits (no running upstream). People can help you get your bike working again in the pits or anywhere on the course if you have a problem.
Sail Flags & Tents: Teams are welcome to set up tents along the
