The PENN HOUSE CLASSIQUE HILL CLIMB is two races in one with riders competing initially over an individually timed coarse and progressing to a 2 up knock out event based on fastest times. Featuring the King of the Chilterns competition the race is open to all , The race will be the climax of the Chiltern Cycling Festival so bring your cow bells, clip in tight and enjoy all the action and atmosphere of this great climbing challenge. There's a full Prize list. across Senior, Woman and Junior categories. Always popular with spectators with a maximum gradient of just 10% the climb is a great place to test your climbing skills whether you're a seasoned racer or a first timer you'll love the atmosphere and good natured encouragement!.

This event is run using British Cycling rules, A current racing licence will be required.

Non members and provisional licence holders will require a "Day licence" available on the day for £6, Remember you will have to fill in the appropriate details at sign on.

With the Hill Climb taking place as the Grand Finale of the Festival if you want to "warm up" earlier in the day with one of our SPORTIVES ENTER HERE

Results and times! http://www.resultsbase.net/Results/IndividualResults.aspx?Id=3062

Well done each and everyone of you - some great times & stories to tell already

Info for Riders

Always a crowd pleaser, The final race of the Chiltern Cycling Festival is The Penn House CLASSIQUE HILL CLIMB its a mile bottom to top and starts just inside the entrance gates to Penn House estate. Following the long drive through beech woods the climb twists and turns with cambered corners. Gradients only reach a maximum of 10% but the undulating nature (there is even a small dip at halfway) will challenge your climbing skills...and later your tactical knowledge! With the first timed round providing your chance to progress to the second round where riders are paired in two for a head to head ride... culminating in a third round ride off for the fastest four riders deciding the Podium for the King of the Chilterns. Expect a noisy reception up the slopes.