Leeds Mercury to organise Otley Town Centre Road Race, June 2008

Leeds Mercury have extended the number of events they are promoting in 2008.  As well as providing events for junior riders from age 10 upwards, and for senior riders to veterans, we shall also be involved in promoting one of the most prestigious events in the North, the Otley Town Centre Road Race which always attracts professional riders. 

The full programme is as follows:

13th April 2008 -  Leeds Mercury Opening Road Race.  LVRC Bishopwood, Selby.  Alistair Cameron runs this race for the second year.  Many thanks to all the volunteers from various clubs who helped to keep the race running smoothly last year.  Thanks also to http://www.kennedyimages.co.uk/  for their generous donation of prizes last year.

April 27th 2008- A1 Classic  -LVRC Road Race Boroughbridge, organiser Alan Edmondson. This race forms part of the LVRC Percy Stallard series and many riders travel from the further reaches of the country to participate.

WHITE ROSE YOUTH LEAGUE, Richard Dunn Sports Centre, Bradford, Wednesdays 11 June and 6th August 2008.   Please contact Phil Norfolk on 0113 2610482.  Series runs throughout the summer, Leeds Mercury organisers for the dates shown.

26th June 2008, Otley Town Centre Road Race.  Graeme Colin takes over as organiser of the most prestigious race in the North.  A truly massive event with up to 100 helpers needed.  Closed roads, professional racers, great atmosphere. Phone 07798 860102, email info@otleycycleraces.co.uk

2nd July 2008 - Cyclo Cross event, Brigshaw High School, Kippax, contact Phil Norfolk, 0113 2610482

CANCELLED 10th August 2008, Leeds Mercury Closing Road Race, LVRC, Selby.  Alistair Cameron rounds out a full season for the club.CANCELLED