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Norwich 50/25

Sunday 31 May 2015The Forum, Bethel St, Millennium Plain, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1TF50 miles and 25 miles (approx)

This ride has now passed.

Congratulations to all who took part in the Norwich 25 and 50 mile bike rides on Sunday. Pictures taken by the photographer can be viewed online now and are available for purchase. Please follow the link below:

Rider photos

Starting and finishing in the beautiful City of Norwich, this ride takes you through some perfect cycling country with quiet roads and picturesque villages.

From the start in the central Norwich the route first heads north towards Reepham. The short route cuts east towards Coltishall, and the medium route loops back past beautiful Blickling Hall (while the 100-milers head up to the coast) before returning to the Finish in the 'fine city'.

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Ride Details

Start

The Forum, Bethel St, Millennium Plain, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1TF
Map

Finish

Norwich Lower School, Bishopgate, NR1 4AA
Map

Distance

50 miles and 25 miles (approx)

Challenge rating

ELEVATION INFO (TOTAL CLIMB): 50 mile route 1450ft. / 25 mile route 530ft.

Start times

50 mile: 08:30 - 09:30; 25 mile 09:00 - 09:30

Pricing

Entry Pack 25 mile (£18.50)
Entry Pack 50 mile (£19.50)
Team Entry 25 mile (Enter total no. required. Price per person) (£18.00)
Team Entry 50 mile (Enter total no. required. Price per person) (£19.00)

Local info

www.visitnorwich.co.uk
www.norfolkcyclingbandb.co.uk

Other info

Minimum rider age 12 years on the 25 mile route and 14 years on the 50 mile route. All riders under 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult over 18.

All riders are required to wear a helmet. A selection of helmets will be available for purchase on the day.

** We recommend that all riders have both bike and personal liability insurances as we cannot be held responsible for damage, loss or theft of your bike or personal items or personal liability.**
Road bike recommended / hybrid or mountain bike suitable
GPX routes are available after online booking.

Ride Gradings

Suitable for anyone who enjoys a reasonably active life. The pace is gentle and the terrain flat to undulating. Distances no more than 30 miles (50km).

Suitable for those with slightly more cycling experience. the terrain can be a little hillier than grade 1.5 and distances up to 45 miles (70km).

For the regular and reasonably fit cyclist. The terrain may include some challenging hills and distances up to 75 miles (110km).

These routes require a good level of fitness and stamina and feature challenging inclines and/or a longer time in the saddle. Distances can be up to 100 miles (160km).

Getting here by car

Nearest parking: Biggest one is Chapelfield (Chapel Field Road, NR2 1RU) - once parked, wheel your bike into the lifts, go up to UG level and then walk out; bikes are not allowed on vehicle ramp or in The Mall. Smaller car park at The Forum (access via Bethel Street, NR2 1TF). Both car parks open from 6am for the event. These are the closest to the start, but not necessarily the cheapest. For further parking info please visit Parkopedia. Please be aware of height restrictions on all these car parks!
For 'welcoming parties': Please note there is no parking at the Finish itself. Closest (but quite small) car park is near the Adam and Eve pub (NR3 1RZ).

Getting here by train

Nearest station Norwich Central, half a mile from the start. Please check with operator regarding carriage of bikes.
National Rail Enquiries: 08457 484 950
www.nationalrail.co.uk

Ride information

Support Services

As the nation's heart charity, we invest in pioneering research, support and care for heart patients and provide vital information to help reduce the risk of dying prematurely from a heart or circulatory related illness. By taking part in this ride we can beat heart disease together.

THANK YOU