Bike Events: Norwich 100

05/06/2016 - Norwich - Sportive

Weeks to go until event: less than 4 weeks

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Starting and finishing in the beautiful City of Norwich, this ride takes you through some perfect cycling country with quiet roads and picturesque villages. And you can test your personal best by choosing a 6, 8 or 10 hour time-band.

Clear here to see a review of the 2013 ride in The Telegraph!
Clear here to see it voted no. 1 in The Independent's 10 Best Cycling Events for 2012!
Click here to read a BBC report on the Norwich 100 event!

"Looking forward to it, my 3rd time if you haven't been on it before it's a lovely ride and the big surprise for all those who don't know the area are the hills!" M. N.

Ride Details
Start	The Forum, Bethel St, Millennium Plain, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1TF Map
Finish	Norwich Lower School, Bishopgate, NR1 4AA Map
Distance	100 miles
Challenge Rating	ELEVATION INFO (TOTAL CLIMB): 3575ft.
Getting There: Car	Nearest parking: Biggest one is Chapelfield (Chapel Field Road, NR2 1RU) - once parked, wheel your bike into the lifts, go up to UG level and then walk out; bikes are not allowed on vehicle ramp or in The Mall. Smaller car park at The Forum (access via Bethel Street, NR2 1TF). Both car parks open from 6am for the event. These are the closest to the start, but not necessarily the cheapest. For further parking info please visit Parkopedia. Please be aware of height restrictions on all these car parks! For 'welcoming parties': Please note there is no parking at the Finish itself. Closest (but quite small) car park is near the Adam and Eve pub (NR3 1RZ).
Getting There: Train	Nearest station Norwich Central, half a mile from the start. Please check with operator regarding carriage of bikes. National Rail Enquiries: 08457 484 950 www.nationalrail.co.uk
Start Times	6.45am - 8.30am - individual start times printed on Entry Pack envelope & Time Card (if you need to change your Start time just come along to the Bike Events tent in advance and we'll hand you a new time card).
Local Info	www.visitnorwich.co.uk www.norfolkcyclingbandb.co.uk
Other Info	Minimum rider age 16 years. Road bike recommended / hybrid or mountain bike suitable with narrow tyres. It is recommended that all riders wear a helmet. A selection of helmets will be available for purchase on the day. We recommend that all riders have both bike and personal liability insurances as we cannot be held responsible for damage, loss or theft of your bike or personal items or personal liability. GPX routes are available after online booking.
Pricing	Entry Pack (£20.00) Team Entry (Enter total no. required. Price per person) (£19.50)