The Boxford Tornado Sportive

BOOK BEFORE 31/12/2025 AND RECEIVE AN EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

Starting at Boxford Playing Fields, Homefield, Boxford, Suffolk, CO10 5PB.

65 Mile Route - Participants riding the full 65 mile course will set out on a new north loop of 33 miles of the quiet country roads surrounding Boxford. You will pass through several quaint villages including historic Long Melford and Lavenham, and witness some lovely countryside views. With around 1,400ft of elevation, this is a nice undulating route with just the right amount of challenge and speedier sections. On returning to Boxford, cyclists will head out on the south loop of 32 miles with around 1,200ft of elevation, again passing through quaint villages and gorgeous Constable Country. A feed station is approximately ¼ of a mile into the second loop.

32/33 Mile Route - Participants wishing to ride only one loop will have the option of riding either loop 1 or 2. Total elevation is as above, but loop 1 has more challenging hills whilst loop 2 has more gentle climbs.

10 Mile Family Route – New for 2025, a gentle route suitable for family groups wishing to experience the thrill of participating in an organised cycling event. A family group may include up to 2 adults and 2 juniors (under 16). It will be necessary to complete parental consent forms for all juniors who must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. The Family ride is priced at £33 for a maximum of 2 adults and 2 juniors.

Each of the routes will be FULLY SIGNPOSTED.

Each participant agrees follow the British Cycling Regulations for non-competitive cycling events and to the following declarations:

"I agree to abide by the British Cycling Regulations for non-competitive cycling events and understand and agree that I participate in this event entirely at my own risk, that I must rely on my own ability in dealing with all hazards, and that I must ride in a manner which is safe to myself and others. I am aware that when riding on a public highway the function of marshals is only to indicate direction and that I must decide whether any manoeuvre is safe. I agree that no liability whatsoever shall attach to the promoter, promoting club/Organisation, event sponsor, British Cycling or any event official in respect of any injury, loss or damage suffered by me in or by reason of the event however caused. I will participate in cycling events in a loyal and sporting manner. ”