HSBC UK | National Cyclo-cross Championships 2022

8/9TH JANUARY 2022
South of England Showground, Ardingly

THE AFTERMATH

WHAT A WEEKEND!

We're still buzzing from an incredible weekend's racing. Thanks to everyone who raced, pitted, jet washed, repaired stuff, refreshed people, marshalled, helped out, dinosaured and turned up to yell and ring a bell!

Congratulations to all the new National Champs and all the other riders who took on the tough conditions to provide entertainment for everyone, you are all stars!

We look forward to seeing you again sometime, until then Crawley Wheelers out!

RESULTS

PHOTOS

RACE SCHEDULE

SATURDAY 8th JAN

09:45
09:47
Veteran Men 50-59
Veteran Men 60+
40 mins
11:00
Veteran Men 40-49
40 mins
12:00
12:02
Veteran Women 40-49
Vet Women 50-59, 60+
40 mins
13:45
13:47
Under 16 Girls
Under 14 Girls
30 mins
14:30
Under 14 Boys
30 mins
15:15
Under 16 Boys
30 mins

SUNDAY 9th JAN

10:00
Junior Women
40 mins
11:15
Junior Men
40 mins
13:00
Senior/U23 Women
40 mins
14:45
Senior/U23 Men
60 mins

COURSE

This year we have taken our legendary National Trophy course and spiced it up! There's something for everyone: Fast tarmac and gravel straights, grassy chicanes and hot dog turns, the Quarry off camber and steep hills, the camber descent, hurdles, sand school and new big bridge.

There's a double pit just after the start/finish straight and then about halfway through the lap. Jet wash is just a short sprint away.

Ardingly Cyclo-Cross
Ardingly Cyclo-Cross
Ardingly Cyclo-Cross
Ardingly Cyclo-Cross

INFO

PARTNERS & SPONSORS

GET IN TOUCH

If you have any questions about the event then please get in touch dougt595@gmail.com

Getting Here

Conveniently situated in the heart of the South East, accessible by car, bus or rail. We're 36 miles from London and 20 miles from Brighton, with direct access from the M23 and M25 motorways.

South of England Showground
Selsfield Road
Ardingly
West Sussex
RH17 6TL

By Road

The main entrance to the South of England Event Centre is on the B2028 Selsfield Road close to the centre of Ardingly village. For Sat Nav use RH17 6TL.

From the M25, exit at junction 7 and follow the M23 towards Brighton. Leave at junction 10 and take the A264 towards East Grinstead. After approximately two miles turn right onto the B2028. After passing through the villages of Turners Hill and Selsfield Common you will arrive at the South of England Event Centre on your right.

Approximate journey times:

25 minutes from Crawley
40 minutes from Brighton
40 minutes from Tunbridge Wells
45 minutes from Croydon
55 minutes from Guildford
90 minutes from London

By Bus

There is a bus stop situated close to the main entrance to the Showground with a very limited bus service on the 272 Metrobus route.

By Rail

The nearest railway station is Haywards Heath which is on the main line between London Victoria and Brighton. Journey times are 45 minutes from London Victoria and 20 minutes from Brighton followed by a 10-minute journey by bus to the Event Centre. Visit National Rail Enquiries (T: 03457 48 49 50) or Trainline to find timetables and book tickets.

Camping on site and places to stay

Camping is available at the South of England Showground for one or two nights. Toilets and shower blocks will be open.

We are asking for an event donation per vehicle of:

1 night £15

2 nights £25

Dogs on leads are welcome.

Click here to book camping

Alternatively there are plenty of places to stay in the area. Click here for more information.

Facilities

The South of England Showground has plenty of facilities and space to play with.

Parking

There is plenty of parking in the car park and roads withing the showground. Please don't park on the grass.

Camping

Camping is available at the South of England Showground for one or two nights. Toilets and shower blocks will be open.

We are asking for an event donation per vehicle of: 1 night £15 or 2 nights £25

Click here to book camping

Dogs on leads are welcome.

Toilets

There are plenty of toilets

Showers

There are showers for men (Red block) and women (Eco block).

First Aid

Hopefully you won't need it, but if you do we have a first aid post by the Blue Gate with trained first aiders on hand to provide support.

Event Village

The event village is where it's at - when you're not watching the racing - we are pleased to welcome plenty of vendors this year inclusing: Big Bobble Hats...

Media

You can keep up to date via the following channels:

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Dave Hayward's photos from the 2019 National Trophy 

Sunday Muddy Sunday by Geoff Waugh

Q&A

Where can I find my results?

Results are available from Smart Timing here:

http://results.smartiming.co.uk/

Do I need a race licence?

Yes, to race in National events you require a full racing licence. These can be bought in additon to a Silver or Gold Britsh Cycling Membership.

What if I have Covid symptoms?

You may only attend the event if you can confirm the following:

  1. That you have not developed, or have any Covid-19 symptoms in the run-up to the event
  2. That you have not been advised to self-isolate due to any possible contact with another individual who has developed symptoms, or having returned from countries on the current restricted list

Every competitor and supporter travelling to the event should undertake a self-assessment based on these criteria and only attend if the answer to all questions is NO

Can I bring my dog?

We love dogs, so yes they are welcome. For competitor and K9 safety they must be kept on a lead at all times.

Is there an entry fee for spectators?

Entry for spectators is free. How many top sports events can you watch live for free, not many?

When do entries close?

Entries closed on 19/12/2021

NO LATE ENTRIES, SO PLEASE DON'T ASK.

Can I bring my camper van?

Yes you can, for over night parking/camping tickets click here

What entrance do we get to the event?

Spectators via the North Gate car park and Competitors via the Princes Gate.

Will there be food available?

Yes, we have plenty of varied food available from Belgian Fries to hot Chilli and of course the famous Crawley Wheelers catering with Rolls and cake all home made.

I have heard that the event may be televised?

Yes we are working with a TV company and British Cycling to get the event live streamed on the British Cycling YouTube channel, keep a look out for further details.

Are there disabled facilities?

There is good disabled access to parts of the course with the start finish areas close to the disabled toilet facilities. Other parts of the course may be more difficult to access.

Where can I get a program for the event?

We will have programs available at the event HQ in the NFU barn, there is no charge for these.

I have heard that some of the sponsors may have some free Cow Bells for us to rattle at the competitors, how do we get these?

Yes the fabulous event sponsors will all have some Cow Bells to give away, talk to them and you may be rewarded.