Elite cyclists and corporate members from across the UK are invited to Bournemouth’s first ever Criterium race on Saturday 20 July 2013.

Inspired by the success of the Nocturne races of Smithfield Market place London, Bournemouth will close major roads within the town centre for the first time to host a series of elite races.

Kicking off Bournemouth’s Criterium will be the corporate team race at 7pm, followed by the women’s Cat 2, 3, and 4 at 7.45pm and the men’s National B Cat 1, 2,and 3 at 8.35pm.

Taking in some of Bournemouth’s best sights, the 1.5km course has both technical areas and long straight sections, and should appeal to all types of riders. Starting in the heart of the Town centre, the route flows between ascents and descents and incorporates a number of pinch points where only the toughest will survive. Having jostled and fought for a good position those leading the pack will head onto a downhill straight to the finish. Picking up speed as they go, the route will provide a spectacular for riders and spectators alike.

Info for Riders

This event is open to all to take part, including community groups and those outside of the Bournemouth area. We would recommend all entrants have some group riding experience. Riders are required to form a team of three to race and are encouraged to dress in their workplace attire. The race duration will be 20 minutes plus 5 laps. The entry fee is £10 per team or 3 - only one member of the team needs to make the actual entry, the remaining two members are named at point of entry.