News: National Series calendars announced for 2026 season

British Cycling has unveiled the 2026 calendars for the road and mountain bike cross country and downhill national series.

NEWS (press release from British Cycling) —- First Lloyds National Series calendars announced for 2026 season — British Cycling has unveiled the 2026 calendars for the road and mountain bike cross country and downhill national series.

The calendars across all disciplines promise to deliver thrilling and exciting racing up and down the nation, allowing everyone from experienced riders to hot prospects to show what they can do in front of home crowds. Further national series calendar announcements for British Cycling’s governed disciplines will be made in the next few weeks, including our Track cycling, para-cycling, BMX, Speedway, 4X under-23 road, masters and youth and junior opportunities.

Lloyds National Road Race Women’s Series:
– Round 1: 10th Anexo/CAMS Women’s CiCLE Classic, Rutland – Sunday 22 March 2026
– Round 2: The East Cleveland Classic, Saltburn – Sunday 12 April 2026
– Round 3: Rapha Lincoln Grand Prix – Women, Lincoln – Sunday 10 May 2026
– Round 4: Tour of the Reservoir, Consett – Sunday 7 June 2026
– Round 5: TBA – Sunday 12 July 2026
– Round 6: South Molton GP, South Molton – Sunday 19 July 2026
– Round 7: Curlew Cup, Stamfordham – Sunday 9 August 2026
– Round 8: North Yorkshire Grand Prix, Ampleforth – Sunday 16 August 2026

Lloyds National Road Race Men’s Series:
– Round 1: The East Cleveland Classic, Saltburn – Sunday 12 April 2026
– Round 2 Rapha Lincoln Grand Prix – Open, Lincoln – Sunday 10 May 2026
– Round 3 Tour of the Reservoir, Consett – Sunday 7 June 2026
– Round 4 TBA – Sunday 12 July 2026
– Round 5 South Molton GP, South Molton – Sunday 19 July 2026
– Round 6 Beaumont Trophy, Stamfordham – Sunday 9 August 2026
– Round 7 North Yorkshire Grand Prix, Ampleforth – Sunday 16 August 2026

Lloyds National Circuit Men’s & Women Series:
– Round 1: Fort Vale Colne Grand Prix 2026, Colne – Tuesday 16 June 2026
– Round 2: 2026 LOGCO Otley Cycle Races, Otley – Wednesday 1 July 2026
– Round 3: 2026 Ilkley Cycle Races, Ilkley – Friday 3 July 2026
– Round 4: CANYON Guildford Town Centre Races, Guildford – Wednesday 8 July 2026
– Round 5: Dawlish Grand Prix, Dawlish – Friday 17 July 2026
– Round 6: Sheffield Grand Prix, Sheffield – Wednesday 22 July 2026
Information on the Lloyds National Road Championships will be announced in the new year. Qualification details and further event information will be shared soon.

Lloyds National MTB Cross-Country Series
– Round 1: Newnham Park, Plymouth – 28/29 March 2026
– Round 2: Cannock Chase, Staffordshire – 11/12 April 2026
– Round 3: Tong, Bradford – 9/10 May 2026
– Round 4: Pippingford Park – Sussex 13/14 June 2026
– Round 5: Margam Park, Port Talbot – 4/5 July 2026

Lloyds National Downhill Series Calendar:
– Round 1: Rhyd-Y-Felin, Wales – 18/19 April 2026
– Round 2: Antur Stiniog Bike Park, Wales – 9/10 May 2026
– Round 3: Glencoe, Scotland– 27/28 June 2026
– Round 4: Llangollen, Wales – 8/9 August 2026
– Round 5: Fort William, Scotland – 12/13 September 2026
– Riders will once again have the opportunity to compete for the iconic national champion’s jersey across the same categories as last year.

Lloyds National MTB Cross-Country Championships – Friday 17 July to Sunday 19 July 2026, Ae Forest

Lloyds National Downhill Championships – Saturday 18 July to Sunday 19 July 2026, Revolution Bike Park, Oswestry

Lloyds National Enduro & E-Enduro Championships – Saturday 1 August – Sunday 2 August 2026, Isle of Man

Lloyds National Marathon Championships – Sunday 16 August 2026, Newcastleton

The 2026 season will offer a platform for established riders and emerging talent alike, while giving fans an exhilarating showcase of British mountain biking. British Cycling encourages all mountain biking enthusiasts, from competitors to supporters, to join in the excitement of the 2026 season.

British Cycling’s Head of Talent Development and Sport, Joe Malik said: “As we look ahead to another year of racing, we thank all our host venues and their sponsorships for helping enable some of the best we have to offer to compete in front of home crowds. “Whether you’re a seasoned competitor, an aspiring racer, or a devoted fan, the 2026 calendar offers something for everyone everywhere. New names will be heard, storylines will form and I cannot wait to see the plethora of cycling action on offer.”