Top class cycle racing returns to Warwick on Sunday 6th September 2009
Everything is gearing up for another fun packed Warwick Cycle Races this year on Sunday, September 6th.
As well as the top racing action the races will also play host to a range of attractions and entertainment.
This year, Warwick will host the fifth round of the competition for cyclists with disabilities - see all the latest news stories below.
You need to register for this years races by 4th September - click here for more details on how to enter
And there are even more activities for families to enjoy:
- pedal your own smoothie on the Blendavenda
- face painting/ balloon making
- juggling and unicycling
- steel drum band
- children's rides
Look out for postcards of the races (pdf 186 KB)
Cyclists with disabilities to race in Warwick
British Cycling has launched a series of new initiatives for cyclists with a disability at the Manchester Velodrome and the annual races in Warwick will host the fifth round of the competition.
Warwick Cycle Races, organised by Warwickshire County Council in partnership with British Cycling, Warwick District Council, TravelWise and Action 21 takes place again this year on Sunday, 6th September.
Cllr Martin Heatley, Warwickshire County Council’s Portfolio Holder for the Environment today welcomed the addition of the new race for cyclists with a disability.
He said: “I’m delighted to see Warwick has been chosen as one of the venues for this all new race series, specifically designed for cyclists with a disability.
“Each year Warwick Cycle Races grows and grows, proving to be a huge attraction on the day, while also driving home many sustainable messages.”
Commenting on the launch of the new series British Cycling chief executive Ian Drake said: “British Cycling is working hard to make sure everyone can enjoy cycling at all levels. The new road racing series, coach education materials and Go-Ride club all help to achieve this, and I am looking forward to seeing them continue to develop.”
Paralympic gold medallist Anthony Kappes MBE said: “Creating chances for everyone to have a go at and enjoy cycling is really important to developing future talent and for keeping people active. It’s great to see that British Cycling has developed specific coaching resources, a club and a race series for riders with a disability.”
Warwick will be hosting round five of British Cycling’s inaugural National Disability Circuit Race Series. This exciting new series of races will create new opportunities for para-cyclists who want to race, and will be watched closely by British Cycling’s coaches to identify potential Paralympians.
The racing format has been designed to ensure para-cyclists can race on a level playing field and that racing is fun, exciting and fair.
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