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2024 Ride North Norfolk

 Ride North Norfolk 2024

We are accepting people on the day – Just turn up!


    
Choose from our great routes of approximate lengths:
15 miles, 25 miles or 36 miles, 66 (106k) miles or 102 miles


Distance Online Post On Day
102 miles £20 £21 £25
66 miles (106 Km) £16 £18 £20
36 miles (58 KM) £12 £13 £15
15 and 25 miles £8 £9 £10
Under 16 years old (15 and 25 miles only) £4 £4 £5 (must be accompanied by responsible adult)
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What will I get for entering?
At this friendly event you will be provided with:
• signage
• free drinks and nutrition, including our respected homemade flapjack
• advice and information
• free photos
• a trophy/medal when you finish
• free draw string goodie bag on arrival
• Map
• GPX /Garmin files
• mobile mechanics
• support and information
• rescue service
• our local knowledge and experience
• first aid at the Community Centre
• a social event at the Community Centre and garden including food, music and stalls that is open to all

We take photos and videos throughout the event. When you sign up you agree to these being uploaded to our media channels for you to download and also for us to use for publicity. We will remove any photos you do not want us to use if you inform us.
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More Information & FAQ

Registration on the day from 8.00 am (7.30 for 100 milers)
Depart between 9.00 am and 11.00
100-mile riders: We will be opening registration for riders doing the 100-mile route at 7.30 with a ride start time for you from 8.00am
Register from 8 to leave between 9 and 11. 
100 milers register from 7.30 to leave at 8

Parking is available nearby, some of which is free. This year we have event free parking at Olivet Way, FakenhaNR21 9TD thanks to James Beck Auctions. Vehicles are left at your own risk.  Please visit the link to help locate more parking locations. .  http://en.parkopedia.co.uk/parking/fakenham/

Family and friends are welcome to wait at the Community Centre where there is food, fresh coffee etc. all day and entertainment in the afternoon; the town and river Wensum are a short walk away. You will be contacted in the run up to the ride with more information and registration details. You should report to the HQ (that’s what we call the Community Centre for the day) on arrival to collect your number, useful drawstring bag with Fakenham 50 bottle and other extras.

Accommodation and things going on in Fakenham: There are B&Bs, hotels, 2 campsites and 2 caravan sites. Fakenham is ten miles from the North Norfolk coast and Active Fakenham hosts a week of activities prior to the ride. There is plenty of parking, some of it free, and buses from Norwich, Kings Lynn and the Coast. Why not come for a longer break over the Bank Holiday weekend? You can learn more about some places to stay at  http://fakenhamfairways.uk/caravan-camping/, https://www.visitnorthnorfolk.com/ and http://www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk/caravan-camping-at-fakenham-racecourse-norfolk/

You do NOT have to be a member of British Cycling to join the ride or to register online. We are working with British Cycling who are providing online entry systems and insurance, but you do not need to be a member. You will need to register with British Cycling as part of the online sign up process.

    
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What do I do when I arrive?

You must report to the Community Centre, register and receive your welcome pack. Don’t forget to report back at the end of your ride or we will be looking for you.

What can the mechanic help me with?

Every rider will be given an emergency number to contact the mechanic at any stage of the race, should there be any mechanical difficulty. Please try to sort out your own minor problems. Riders should bring their own puncture repair kit and pump, as the mechanic will not be doing this. There will be experienced cyclists going around the route with you who will be happy to help.

What if I haven’t got a bike?

We can help you to hire a bike and some local people may be able to lend bikes on the understanding that if you damage it you get it repaired.

Am I insured, do I need a helmet, can I use TriBars and what happens if I am injured?

The event has £10 million liability insurance through British Cycling. 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. 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 community centre. It is a requirement of our insurance and British Cycling that you wear a helmet. If you would like to buy (or possibly borrow) one on the day, please get in touch. TriBars are forbidden by British Cycling and our insurance company.

Can I change the distance/ride I have signed up for?

Yes, this is not a problem. You can sort this out at registration on the day.

I have a food allergy; will this be a problem at the ‘feed stations’?

It may be depending on your allergy. There may be traces of nuts in the flapjack and other snacks (although we have not added them). If you are concerned, please get in touch.

Child Trailer Bikes

I have been asked about child trailers on the Fakenham 50. These are ok and are covered by our British Cycling insurance, but you need to make sure they are in good working order and be aware our breakdown rescue service may not be able to carry them back to HQ. As with all riders you need to ensure you ride safely and stick to the guidelines and rules – and, of course have a fun time.

Can I use an electric bike?

Yes but make sure you have a fully charged battery. We will not be able to sort out electrical issues.

December 18, 2024
Join us for the Giant Duck Race Active Fakenham, in partnership the Fakenham and District Rotary Club, is thrilled to be putting on this event. Join us to watch these ducks. Why your business should join in We hope your business decides to support this community project. We will aim to make the event as much fun as possible and encourage participation and attendance. We will also help promote your duck (and therefore your business). Any money raised will go towards community events in Fakenham and a contribution is also being made to Fakenham First Focus. We will aim to do this by: • listing entries on our website • posting on social media (we do Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) • distributing press and media releases • the event will be photographed and filmed (tbc) and these will be available to you as well as shared on social media and websites - we will arrange a photo shoot at the Bridge in Goggs Mill Road at Goggs Mill Bridge prior to the event. This will go in the local paper. Winners prizes include 1. First Prize TBC 2. A bottle of Champagne For more information and to download the entry form as a PDF HERE or as a WORD Doc HERE Active Fakenham would like to thank the following businesses for sponsoring a duck in the 2022 Corporate Duck Race. Any funds raised will go to local events and local charities Aldiss Butcher Andrews Solicitors Carben Construction Dempsey Heating Des Cooper Hairdressers Eastern Daily Press Fakenham & District Rotary Club Fakenham and Wells Times Fakenham Garden Centre Fakenham Infant School Fakenham Junior School First Focus GJL animal feeds Grove Veterinary hospital and clinics H Banham Ltd Hayes and Storr Larking Gowan M D Williamson Carpets Ltd Nod Butcher and Son Original Factory Shop Ploegor UK Soil Fertility Services? Sports & Fitness Centre Stephenson Smart ✿ ☀ ♫
November 26, 2024
Active Fakenham Criterium Races 20 April 2025 Enter HERE
November 19, 2024
mostly at Central Cinema Fakenham
August 6, 2024
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.
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