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2023 Easter Sunday Criterium Races
2023 Race Results
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All races will be on closed roads round the picturesque North Norfolk town centre.
The circuit is a1km loop. Active Fakenham is able to host this event with the assistance of our local East Coast riders club and others from around Norfolk.
The town centre will be closed to traffic for the day. Events include British Cycling licensed cycle races for various ages and abilities. Local organisations will be running food stalls with plenty of food and activities. This is a great spectacle to watch with pubs and cafes fronting directly onto the course.
Rules, Terms & Conditions
Rider Terms and Conditions
Please note that the closing date for entries to the 2019 Criterium races is Sunday 14 April. We will post successful entrants on the website and social media on Monday. If there are spaces, we will take entries on the day.
Numbers will be limited to 45 per race as the one-kilometre course is challenging with some tight corners, narrow roads and various surfaces, but with some fast straights and slight hills.
Electronic Race Results by Norfolk Cycle Race Judging will ensure that every rider is given a finishing position using the MyLaps Transponder System. A transponder will be attached to the front forks. As a result, even if there are spaces, entries on the day may not be accepted.
REVISED TIMETABLE - We have had to cancel the youth races due to insufficient entries. This is now the timetable for 9th April 2023
8.00am Road Closure (set up)
10.30am Running Race 5k (UK Athletics)
11.30am Town Easter Fun Run 1k (UK Athletics) Fancy dress optional
12.15pm Toddle’n’Trike (under 5s)
1pm Circuit open for riders’ warm up
1.30pm Criterium Senior (16+ ) Cat 4 Regional C+ Cat 3 (40 mins).
2.30pm Criterium Women’s E/1/2/3/4 (45 mins)
3.30pm Criterium Senior (16+) E/1/2/3 National B, (50 mins)
7.00pm Roads reopen.
Both runs and rides are official UK Athletics and British Cycling events and are run under their rules.
8.00am Road Closure (set up)
10.30am Running Race 5k (UK Athletics)
11.30am Town Easter Fun Run 1k (UK Athletics) Fancy dress optional
12.15pm Toddle’n’Trike (under 5s)
1pm Circuit open for riders’ warm up
1.30pm Criterium Senior (16+ ) Cat 4 Regional C+ Cat 3 (40 mins).
2.30pm Criterium Women’s E/1/2/3/4 (45 mins)
3.30pm Criterium Senior (16+) E/1/2/3 National B, (50 mins)
7.00pm Roads reopen.
Both runs and rides are official UK Athletics and British Cycling events and are run under their rules.
When you register a box will pop up asking you to enter your transponder number. Simply enter HIRE if you do not have one. This will need to be paid for on the day.
Transponders can be purchased from www.mylaps.com/en/products/prochip-flex/241 or from norfolkcycleracejudging@yahoo.co.uk up to 7 days prior. They can be hired on the day for £5. Transponders can be used at other race meetings using the MyLaps system.
Youth categories are A, B, which is U16, U14, respectively. Unfortunately, we are unable to run other age groups this year. See the BC rules for details.
Points Band is simply the points that get allocated to that event. Again, the points given to any race are explained in the Tech Regs.
The Criterium marshal plan Marshal Plan v2 RA
(please note public parking will be notified separately)
If you don’t have a membership, you will need to buy a Day Licence (£1.50 for Youth riders/£10 Senior, payable on the day at sign on). More info can be found HERE.
Registration is at the Fakenham Community Centre
Oak St, Fakenham NR21 9SR
Parking is available at Tesco and Aldi - they have kindly agreed to turn off their cameras for the day
Changing and storage facilities:
There are limited changing and storage facilities in the community centre. Bags and other belongings can be left at your own risk in the hall, but we cannot take responsibility for them.
These websites provide information about parking in Fakenham. Please note that there will be limited or no access to some car parks as some roads will be closed. Last year both Tesco and Aldi kindly turned off their cameras (TBC) for the day to allow free parking and we will be talking to them again this year.
Insurance? The event has £10 million liability insurance. This does not cover damage to your bike or theft of your bike or personal property; you are advised to have your own insurance for this.
What happens if I get an injury? We have taken every step to ensure that the ride is as safe as possible. You are responsible for your personal safety on the public road. We will have MED-PTS
at the site.
Parking is available nearby, some of which is free.
Please be polite to the marshals and other helpers who are volunteering and giving up their time to make this event a success.
at Central Cinema Fakenham
Its great to be back. Organisers of the 2024 Rid North Norfolk are looking forward to the popular non competitive cycle ride on Sunday 25 th August. This is a great opportunity for locals and visitors to get on a bike for a supported fun ride no matter their level of fitness. This popular community organised cycle event is back on Sunday the 25 th of August. The cycle ride is a supported non-competitive ride with the routes clearly marked, emergency back-up and feed stations around the routes. Organiser, Richard Crook said, “This year’s routes range through 15, 25, 36, 51, 64 (100km) and 102 miles. We are aware of the cost of living crisis, and we are proud that we have been able to maintain the low price of entry because we are a community ride. Rides start from just £4. You can enter through the Active Fakenham website. The entry includes, An enjoyable community day out Easy to follow signage on all routes Free drinks and nutrition, including our popular homemade flapjack Free photos A medal when you finish Free draw string goodie bag on arrival Map, GPX /Garmin files Mobile mechanic and breakdown support Rescue service Our local knowledge and experience First aid at the Community Centre A social event at the Community Centre and garden including food, barbecue with local produce, live music and stalls that is open to all including music by Anto Morra and others.. People on the ride may be photographed and/or filmed at this event. You will register through the British Cycling website who provide our insurance, but you do not need to be a member. Entry is now open just search the “Active Fakenham” website or social media. More information from richard@activefakenham.org.uk of on the Active Fakenham website and social media.
at Central Cinema Fakenham
Fakenham is again hosting its annual Easter day of racing for all ages. An exciting day to join in with or to just enjoy the spectacle from one of the local cafes or pubs which adjoin the circuit. The morning is for runners of all ages and abilities and is followed by an afternoon of exciting Criterium cycle road racing. Roads in the town centre are closed for the day as Fakenham plays host to some of the best racing in the region. There is serious racing but also many people join for the personal challenge. The 5 K run is followed by a Fun Run which is particularly popular with children, but also many adults take part. There is even a Toddle’n’Trike for the little ones. Every child participating is given a drawstring goody bag with chocolate and fruit, and of course all runners get a medal for completing the course. There are prizes and trophies for the winners. In the afternoon lightning fast Criterium cycle racing takes place on the one kilometre circuit. Each race lasts forty or fifty minutes so spectators get to see the riders many times. Riders reach speeds of nearly 40mph. Spectators, friends and family can cheer on participants as they ride, sprint, jog or walk round the course. There will be commentary and stalls with food and more. The town centre will be closed to traffic for the day,(8.00am to 6.00pm) The runs and cycle races are official UK Athletics and British Cycling events, and are run under their rules. Richard Crook, from Active Fakenham said, “We are thrilled to bring this popular event back to the town. We try to make it exciting for everyone whether they are joining in or just watching and cheering. This annual event has been going since 2016 and we have had runners in their 80s and cyclists as young as two. Criterium cycle racing is an exciting spectacle as the riders pass close to spectators and because it’s a small circuit can be seen many times during the race. Like all Active Fakenham events we keep prices low and its free to watch. We are particularly proud of our women’s criterium race which has attracted top riders from across the country and beyond but also gives the opportunity for all levels of women riders to take part.” Organisers would like to thank in advance the many people who make this happen and also apologise for any inconvenience for the roads that need to be closed. Registration is now open, and details are on the Active Fakenham website. Numbers of entries are limited but there are likely to be places available on the day. . Notes 1. Photos are available from Active Fakenham richard@activefakenham.org.uk 2. More information from Richard Crook richard@activefakenham.org.uk 07887 803091
