When did the Manchester Velodrome open for racing?
Manchester Velodrome. Manchester Velodrome is an indoor Olympic-standard cycle-racing track in Manchester, England, which opened in 1994. Part of the National Cycling Centre, the facility has been home to British Cycling since 1994 and the five time Tour de France -winning UCI ProTeam Team Sky since it formed in 2009.
When did the BMX track in Manchester Open?
Manchester BMX. was established in 2008, just prior to the new BMX track opening at Platt Fields Park, Fallowfield. Since the club was founded, we have held numerous rounds of the British BMX National Series, hosted the 2015 British Championships, held North Region rounds and regular Summer and Winter series club races.
Which is the busiest velodrome in the world?
“Manchester is the busiest velodrome in the world,” continued King. “It’s booked solidly from 8am in the morning until 10pm at night, and its effect on the North West of England has been that there are more cycling clubs, more events and, crucially, more participants than in any other region of England.
Are there any BMX races in the UK?
Since the club was founded, we have held numerous rounds of the British BMX National Series, hosted the 2015 British Championships, held North Region rounds and regular Summer and Winter series club races. The club races are a great way to be introduced to BMX racing, with categories specifically for Novice riders.
Where is the National Cycling Centre in London?
These events are organised by external organisers & promoters, please check their website for futher event information. The Metrolink has been extended to Droylsden and stops at Sportcity and at our own Metrolink Station – Velopark for HSBC UK National Cycling Centre.
Which is the Best Cycling Centre in the UK?
The HSBC UK National Cycling Centre in Manchester is one of the World’s finest sporting venues in the UK and provides an ideal location for most occasions.