Ceredigion is gearing up to welcome the Lloyds National Road Championships this week, with an action-packed weekend of elite cycling, and activities for all ages.
Taking place from Thursday to Sunday, the championships will feature a full programme of racing across the county. The time trial on Thursday will be based in Lampeter, followed by the circuit race on Friday in Aberystwyth and the road race on Sunday, both in Aberystwyth.
In addition to the main races, Aberystwyth Promenade will feature a packed afternoon of activity on Friday, including children’s cycle races at 1.30pm and The King’s Baton Relay at 3.45pm, starting on Marine Terrace, as it makes its way through the town ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Alongside the thrilling races, taking place across the county, visitors can enjoy a vibrant Expo Area on Aberystwyth Promenade, which will be open on Friday and Sunday, offering entertainment, activities and the chance to connect with local organisations and businesses.
A large screen will also be located on the Promenade, giving spectators the chance to follow all the racing live across the weekend while enjoying the festival atmosphere.
For those watching from elsewhere, the championships can also be followed on mobile devices via the British Cycling YouTube channel, as well as being broadcast and streamed on TNT Sports, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.
The Expo will feature BMX demonstration displays by local company Shin-Dig on Friday and Sunday, bringing high-energy performances and eye-catching stunts to the seafront.
Visitors to the Expo Area can explore a range of stalls from supporting organisations. See the full list of businesses at https://www.ceredigion.gov.uk/resident/tourism-leisure/cycling-championships/
For those travelling to watch the races, a number of parking options are available. In Lampeter, all car parks will be open and accessible for visitors.
In Aberystwyth, visitors are advised to use Maesyrafon, Park Avenue and Lower Park Avenue car parks on Friday and Sunday. North Road Car Park will remain open but will only be accessible from the North Road approach – no access via Queen’s Road.
