online entries closed on the day entries + £10 on below prices
Autumn Classic Sportive
The Autumn Classic is our last event of 2023.
Back at Hethersett Village Hall for the 2nd year after a very successful 1st event.
The Autumn Classic will again be ran at the end of September, The conditions we far better than when we ran the pervious Autumn Classic event in October
This event starts and finishes in the South Norfolk village of Hethersett . The routes consists of 2 x 30 mile loops which are designed to end up back at Hethersett either for the finish line or the feed-zone.
For younger legs, those new to cycling or families we have our 10 mile route
Distances to choose from 30 /60 / 90 / or 10 miles.
We have changed the format to 30/60/90 miles to mix up the routes and to give everyone a challenge. The routes has been chosen to be free flowing and take in some beautiful countryside around South Norfolk. the routes will be 2 different 30 mile loops. For the 90 miles you can pick either the 1st or 2nd loop it's up to you. For the 100 you add on the family 9 miles.
With Autumn just beginning and the trees showing off their beautiful colours. Come and join us at our final sportive of the year.
Car Parking:
Car Parking; We have secured the use of the Park & Ride at Thickthorn which is Short 1.5 mile from the event centre. There will be signage from the Car-
park to event centre. - Family riders only (10 mile riders) will be allowed to park at the event centre. When cycling to the event centre please use the cycle path not the main road.
What You Get:
Full route signing, finishers medal, feed-zone with water, bananas, sweets, biscuits and crisps and mechanical support. Garmin & GPX downloads with Strava segments.
Optional extras:
* Car-Parking £3.00 Per Car to be paid on the gate. - PARKING AT THICKTORN PARK AND RIDE
* Tea and Fresh Coffees
* Home Made Cakes
* Hot food
* Cold Drinks
Terms and Conditions
Reviews form 2022
1: "Did 3 out of the 4 this year and loved them! Had a long drive up from kent each time, but was worth it".
2: "I have all 4 medals from this year and loved every ride to get them. Thank you for fantastic sportives".
3: "Thank you and your team for everything. I needed to be collected by your mechanic so thank you for that. Wonderful help just a phone call away".
4: "Fantastic ride and so well organised by lovely people. Thank you to all involved".
5: "Another brilliant event and the medals look lovely. Looking forwards to next year.
Routes - Now Available
Route distances and elevations are approximate and subject to change. Changes can be due to road closures or for safety reasons. Any changes will be kept to a minimum where possible.
Event Information
Online Entries Close
Thursday 21st September at 9:00pm
Cost:
10 miles: £10.00*
30 miles: £18.00*
60 miles: £24.00*
90 miles: £28.00*
100 miles: £30.00*
AGES 10 - 16 (max 25 miles) £7.00*^
AGES 10 - 16 (25 - 50 miles) £11.00*^
Under 10's (max 25 miles) £7.00*^
*Please note there is a £1.50 booking fee per rider.
^Must have 1 fully paid adult riding per child
Date:
Sunday 24th September 2023
Location:
Hethersett Village Hall, Back Ln, Hethersett, Norfolk, NR9 3JJ
Registration
7:30am - 10:30am
Start Time:
07:45am - 08:15am (100 Miles)
07:45am - 08:15am (90 Miles)
08:15am - 09:00am (60 Miles)
09:00am - 09:45am (30 Miles)
9:45am - 10:15am (9 Miles)
Event Closes
17:00hrs
Entry on Day:
Yes if not sold out + £10 extra
Pre Event Info Pack
Will be emailed when online entries close.
This Event Includes:
• Event Centre Facilities
• Event Specific Finishers Medal
• Event Photography
• Free Drinks and Snacks
• Full Route Marking• Garmin + GPX Downloads
• Event Catering
• Mechanical Support
• First Aid at Event Centre