London Nocturne: Free-to-spectate racing in the heart of London this weekend
The Mr Porter London Nocturne take places this Saturday 9th June in the City of London, and it's free to attend
The Mr Porter London Nocturne returns to the capital's streets with the event taking place on a closed circuit in the shadow of St Paul's Cathedral on this Saturday 9th June. The event was previously sponsored by Rapha and there had even been a suggestion that it wouldn't be going ahead, but thankfully for those racing and spectating it will return this year better than ever.
A full schedule of events runs from 14:00 to 22:20 and every event is free to spectate. Excitement is guaranteed from the penny farthing race, the Brompton event with its -run-and-unfold start, as well as fixed gear crits and professional circuit races.
In years past the London Nocturne centred around Smithfield Market but for the last few years has been run in its current location.
The move to elsewhere in the City of London was met with scepticism in some quarters, but the change of parcours hasn't affected the quality of racing or the excitement of attending.
Mr Porter London Nocturne: Key information
Date: Saturday 9th June
Time: 14:00-22:30
Cost: Free to attend
Location: Cheapside, City of London
Nearest tubes: St Pauls and Bank
The London Nocturne brings a fully barriered race circuit, as well as music, big screens, expo, bars and VIP hospitality area to create a spectacular festival around the racing with plenty of entertainment for all the family.
For those wanting to get involved, there are a number of races open to the public including the folding bike race and Concours d’elegance.
A festival around the circuit will include a range of attractions for all the family. The event is free to attend, see nocturnecycling.com for more information.
Mr Porter London Nocturne: Schedule
As well as the headline women's and men's circuit races, there's plenty for spectators to see during the event, which delivers a packed schedule from 14:00 to 22:20.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 14:00 | London Nocturne event village opens |
| 15:00 | Concours d'elegance |
| 15:05 | Santander Cycles open session |
| 16:00 | Penny farthing race |
| 16:40 | Santander Cycles race |
| 17:10 | Folding bike race |
| 17:50 | Leigh Day open criterium |
| 18:30 | Masters criterium |
| 19:10 | Fixed geared criterium: women |
| 19:45 | Fixed geared criterium: men |
| 20:30 | Elite criterium: women |
| 21:15 | Elite criterium: men |
| 22:10 | Finish - Elite podium |
| 22:20 | Event closes |
Witness riders turning back the decades by racing penny farthings around the historic streets of Cheapside, see the fastest fixed gear racing and even a Brompton race with a Le Mans-style start.
There's also something a bit different with the 'Concours d’élégance'. A race of pageantry and pomp where riders compete for the most elegant entry, best bike and most considerate cycling style.
A fun day out for WorldTour riders, amateurs racers and spectators alike.
Photos: David Powell
