The Tom Simpson Cycling Festival is a celebration of cycling taking place each September in Harworth, North Nottinghamshire. The event kicks off with a multi-distance sportive, with plenty of free community events throughout the week, and ends with the ever-popular Simpson Retro.
Date tbc - Simpson Sportive
A programme of Community Events
Dates tbc - Simpson Retro
Click on the links below to find out more and get involved.
Simpson Sportive
Ride the roads Tom trained on in this friendly and scenic sportive
Multiple route options
Quiet roads across Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire & South Yorkshire
Event Photography, Feed Zones and Race Pack
Finishers Medal and a supportive, welcoming atmosphere
Community Events
A week of events to celebrate the life and legacy of Tom Simpson - open to all and rooted in local pride
Bike maintenance and Coaching workshop
Perfect for bikes needing a quick fix or some TLC. And bring your kids along for some expert coaching by British Cycling Level 2 coaches.
Community Ride
An easy, no drop ride for the whole family.
Kids Grass Track Cycling
Ages 4 - 13, join us for free kids grass track cycling at Harworth Sports Pavilion
School visits
Chris will tour local primary schools, sharing how a miner’s son from the town became champion of the world
Simpson Retro
A full weekend of retro cycling themed fun - bikes, stories, racing, and good food, all in celebration of Tom Simpson.
Friday
Live Cycling Legends Podcast recording with a special guest, and social evening
Saturday
Cycle market, group ride, talks from legends of cycling, retro bike and equipment display, junior grass track racing, adult hill climb competition and more!
Sunday
The Simpson Retro Ride and best in show competition on classic local routes
the Tom Simpson Cycling Festival
Dates TBC
Harworth, Nottinghamshire, DN11 8JN
Event Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring the Tom Simpson Cycling Festival? Get in touch via our contact form or email team@cyclinglegends.co.uk
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