NWCX League 2025-26 Round 2: Eirias Park Colwyn Bay- 26th October 2019 LL29 7SP

Round 2 of the 2025-26 North Wales Cyclocross League: Eirias Park LL29 7SP

 Sunday 26 October 2025

Eirias Park  was built in the 1920s and retains its quintessential charm a century later.  Originally called  “The Park by the Sea,” it nowadays  hosts RGC North Wales Rugby Academy,  domestic rugby international matches,  championship athletics, rock and classical concerts. It is home to impressive football complex and thriving leisure centre.

This predominantly grassy course incorporates rolling parkland, mature woodland  and even a small brook.  In wet conditions, Eirias can be amongst the muddiest of venues.  In the dry it presents tight turns and negative cambers.

Parking instructions: Follow “Cycle Event” signs and park in the car park in front of the stadium.

For all League scoring competitor categories, online entry in advance is mandatory via    www.niftyentries.com

Age categories (junior & senior) will be determined by riders’ age on 1st January 2025.

10:50 Kids’ Fun Race – duration 10 mins (entry on the day)

• Childrens fun race is aimed at under 6 and inexperienced riders under 8
• On the day entry only – £2 per child
• Fun race only – no official timings or league classification

11:20 Race 1 – duration 25 mins (www.niftyentries.com)

• Boys and Girls – Under 12s, Under 10s & Under 8s
• Online NIFTY entry only -£3 (+£1 admin fee)

12:00 midday – Race 2 – duration 45 mins +1lap

• Under 14s & Under 16s (Male & Famale) – NIFTY -£5 (+£1 admin fee)
• Under 18 Female NIFTY -£5 (+£1 admin fee)
• All female categories incl.  Female 18-39 (F), Vet 40 (F), Vet 50 (F), Vet 60 (F) & Vet 70 (F) – NIFTY £12 (+£1 admin fee)
• Male Vets 60+ & Male Vets 70+ NIFTY £12 (+£1 admin fee)
• Fun race category – open to anyone over 12, no race timings or positions – £7 entry on the day
• Student Rate £7 entry on the day (applies to students aged under 22 attending Wrexham Glyn Dwr University, Bangor University or University of Chester plus students of Grŵp Llandrillo Menai & Coleg Cambria)
• Female League categories are open to female competitors only

13:30 Race 3 OPEN duration 60 mins+1lap

• Under 18 Males NIFTY £5 (+£1 admin fee)
• Senior Males: Open 18-39, Male Vet 40 & Male Vet 50, NIFTY £15 (+£1 admin fee)
• Student Rate £7 entry on the day (applies to students aged under 22 attending Wrexham Glyn Dwr University, Bangor University or University of Chester   PLUS students of Grŵp Llandrillo Menai & Coleg Cambria)
• Female competitors have the option to enter in the Open race on the basis that their results will not count towards female junior & female senior league rankings
• RACE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AT 1230 PROMPT

Riders may purchase an entry season ticket via Nifty covering all rounds.  Season Ticket Entry is withdrawn after Round 3.  NWCX aims for 8-12 rounds per season. Season tickets are not refundable if rounds are cancelled or rescheduled due to bad weather or other circumstances beyond the control of NWCX.

League Tables NWCX League standings will be based on best 6 results from 9 races – riders must race a minimum of 4 races to qualify for awards. Round 10 will ordinarily be a non-championship fun race to accompany prize-giving. In the event of bad weather cancellation or other disruption, NWCXG reserves the right to make Round 10 a qualifying round and/or adjust league scoring criteria in the event of cancellations.

(Vets will be classified V40, V50, V60, V70+ subject to participant numbers)

NWCX welcomes ALL riders regardless of age, gender or ability.  NWCX expects respect and good manners at all times.   You can race on a cyclocross, gravel or mountain bike. You can try the beginners race for 30mins.

New riders are made very welcome. If unsure, don’t be afraid to ask at HQ. The North Wales series prioritises racing for children with most making rapid progress over the course of a season.

Single frameset rule: to limit costs and entry barriers NWCX operates a single frameset rule. You must use the bike you start with. No spare bikes are permitted once the race is underway.

Knobbly tyres rule: cyclocross takes place on grass, mud and gravel surfaces. It is essential for competitor safety that knobbly tyres are fitted. Riders with inappropriate tyres will be asked to withdraw on safety grounds. This applies equally to children.

Competitors retain race numbers for their body and handlebars. Numbers are issued to competitors at initial registration.  Riders are instructed to retain and re-use their numbers all season therefore simplifying registration. Please keep your number safe between races. Replacement numbers will be charged £5 per set.

Return of timing chips. Competitors hand back their race chips at the finish. Each chip cost NWCX £44+vat.  You will be billed if you fail to return your chip immediately post-race.

Venue address:  Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay, LL29 7SP