The New Forest Classic 2026
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The New Forest Classic 2026
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About
Take on the roads of the New Forest in this fantastic Classic cycling event. Offering distances for all abilities, this event is perfect for those looking to explore the New Forest at its finest. There will be plenty of wide-flowing roads with sloping ascents and descents to keep your legs moving.
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Sat, Apr 11, 2026
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Fawley, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Gang Warily Recreation Centre, Newlands Rd, Fawley, Southampton SO45 1GA, UK
Start times
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026
Long: 8:00 AMMedium: 8:45 AMShort: 9:30 AMRook: 9:45 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for The New Forest Classic 2026
Long
127km
1 Loop
£45
Medium
92km
1 Loop
£40
Short
53km
1 Loop
£30
Rook
17km
1 Loop
£15
Long
127km
1 Loop
£45
Medium
92km
1 Loop
£40
Short
53km
1 Loop
£30
Rook
17km
1 Loop
£15
Route information
Long Route
Distance: 127k Terrain: Roads Elevation Gain: +913m
Middle Route
Distance: 92k Terrain: Roads Elevation Gain: +695m
Short Route
Distance: 53k Terrain: Roads Elevation Gain: +353m
Rook Route
Distance: 17k Terrain: Roads Elevation Gain: +79m
Experience the best springtime scenery that the New Forest has to offer with this event in UKCE's Classic Series. With a choice of four distances all starting at Gang Warily Recreation Ground, riders of all experience levels and abilities will be spoilt for choice.
The 17k Rook Route is perfect for those new to the discipline. The Short, Middle and Long Routes all take in the coast surrounding Lepe Beach, the stunning woodlands of the New Forest National Park and plenty of British countryside. If you're lucky, you'll be able to glimpse some of the New Forest's famous ponies as you go.
What's included
- Finisher's Medal
- Free Event Photography
- Free Parking
- Feed Stops
- Chip-timed results
- Online results & certificate
- Medical support
- Mechanical Support
- Fully marked route
- Massage Available
How to get there
Gang Warily Recreation Centre, Newlands Rd, Fawley, Southampton SO45 1GA, UK
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There will be free on-site parking, which will be available from 7:00 am.
Event day logistics
07:00 Gates open
07:30 Registration opens
08:00 - 09:00 Long starts
08:45 - 09:30 Middle starts
09:30 - 10:00 Short starts
09:45 - 10:00 Rook starts
15:30 Cut-off time
Age Requirements
- Riders under the age of 12 will be granted free entry as long as they book alongside a full paying adult
- All riders under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for them at all times
Plastic-Free Event
This event is plastic free so please make sure to bring your own drink bottle to refill during the event.
Mandatory Kit
- Helmet (must comply with the latest US Snell B90/B95 or European CE Standards
- Basic tools
- Inner tubes
- Pump
- Drink bottle
- First Aid Kit
- Mobile phone for emergencies
- Lights and high visibility clothing (on days where its foggy or rain is forecast or where light is likely to be reduced)
Cut-Off Time
This event has a cut-off time of 15:30.
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