Following the success of last year’s event, closed circuit town centre racing returns to the pretty seaside town of Silloth as part of the Cumberland Cobbler and Solway Cycling Festival.
This year sees a new route with more of the circuit on tarmac but this is still a tight, technically demanding course with a significant stretch of cobbles and a lot of corners to test your skills.
There is five races Mini Cobbler at 10.30am, Youth Cobbler at 11.15am, Regional Cobbler at 12.30pm, Women's Cobbler at 1.25pm and Men's Cobbler at 2.30pm.
All cycling events are organised by Carlisle Cycling Association with support from British Cycling. The deadline to sign up is Saturday 25 May. Apply on the British Cycling website.
Organised by Cumberland Council, the Cumberland Cobbler and Solway Cycling Festival will be held in Silloth on Saturday 8 June, between 10am and 5pm.
This year’s event will also include a Talk Tipi with Q&As with GB cyclist Philip Hines, Crank It cycling activities including jump track, time trail course, skills challenge coaching and balance bike races, BMX showcase, lead cycle rides, fun fairs, live music and a producers market.
If you are interested in being a trader at the event, please contact ellie.jones@cumberland.gov.uk
The event is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The remaining funds have been provided by SIIF and Cumberland Council.
Cumberland Council Cllr Anne Quilter, Portfolio holder for Vibrant and Healthy Places said:
“Our free family event showcases the amazing cycling routes around Silloth including the Hadrian’s Wall route.
“There will be a town centre cycling race along with a producers' market. Sign up soon to take part in the cycle race.
“Thanks to all the partners that have supported the event, including Carlisle Cycling Association, British Cycling and Silloth Town Council.”
This is the fourth time the Solway Coast Cycling Festival has taken place in Silloth, having previously been held in 2021, 2022 and 2023.
For updates on the event, visit www.cumberland.gov.uk and follow Cumberland Council on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Nextdoor.