British Cycling unveil 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 Open 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 Open & 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.”
