SSSCCRRL

race jerseys sponsored by Jacob Tipper Performance Coaching

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  • 2026 League Affiliation Now Open

    Affiliation for the SSSCCRRL season is now officially open.

    As always, the league is built around one simple idea: make road racing more accessible, less intimidating, and better value, while still delivering a proper racing experience week in, week out.

    Whether you’re new to racing, returning after time away, or just looking for a more welcoming environment, SSSCCRRL is designed to be a genuine entry point into the sport.

    Affiliate here:
    https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/club/profile/3040/sssccrrl-road-race-league

    What your affiliation supports

    Affordable racing

    We keep costs as low as realistically possible. Affiliated riders can access racing from £18.50 for Open riders and £10 for women, helping remove one of the biggest barriers to getting on the start line.

    Inclusive, confidence-building racing

    Our handicap format creates competitive “races within races”, reducing the fear of being dropped and giving every rider something to aim for.

    Support for new riders

    We actively welcome first-time racers and those stepping up into road racing, with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere that makes it easier to get involved.

    Commitment to women’s racing

    We continue to prioritise women’s participation, with dedicated pricing and a supportive environment that encourages riders to return week after week.

    Masters-focused racing

    We recognise the importance of masters riders within the league and aim to create competitive, enjoyable racing that suits a wide range of experience and ability.

    JTP Coaching–sponsored HUUB race categories

    These create clear “races within races” across the field, helping keep riders engaged and motivated throughout the event.

    Bringing road racing to life

    We’re continuing to lead on media and coverage across the league. The aim is simple: give riders something to be proud of and help showcase the reality of grassroots road racing.

    You might not always see yourself crossing the line at a National-level event, but you will see the finish of a Thursday night in the West Midlands — and that matters just as much. Through photos, video and regular storytelling, we want every rider to feel part of something and have moments they can look back on and share.

    Calendar

    • 21 May – Charlton
    • 28 May – Shipton
    • 4 June – Leighton
    • 11 June – Pattingham
    • 18 June – Bobbington
    • 9 July – Charlton

    We’ll confirm details for the final round as soon as everything is fully locked in.

    Full & Half Squirrel

    We’ve kept things simple again this year:

    Full Squirrel (don’t ask)

    • Best value for regular racers
    • Open riders: £111 for all 6 rounds
    • Women: £60 for the full series

    Half Squirrel (also don’t ask)

    • Flexible option
    • Open riders: £10 affiliation + £20 per race
    • Women: £10 affiliation + £10 per race

    Both options help us plan and deliver a consistent, well-supported league while keeping racing affordable for everyone.

    SSSCCRRL remains focused on delivering proper grassroots road racing in a barrier-free environment — welcoming, competitive, and built for the community that supports it.

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    A rider on the runway at Cosford

  • In the peloton

    Here’s some on-bike footage from @YaarMateJosh inside the race from the final round of the 2025 season at Charlton. Check out his YouTube channel for more of this and also, have a look at the WestMidsRoadRacing Instagram for pics and off-bike footage of racing all around the West Midlands.

  • SSSCCRRL ’25

    SSSCCRRL 2025

    That’s a wrap for the 2025 season. The results of the final round and all the final league tables are on the results page.

    Champions crowned. Stories told

    Our champions across General, Women’s, Vet 40, Vet 50 & Vet 60. To everyone who raced, cheered, volunteered – we hope we gave you even half of what you gave us.

    @josh_horsfield13 @reflex_nopinz
    Solo hit out in Round 1, jersey on his back from start to finish. Faced a challenge from the legendary Ian Gilkes (now of Insta fame!) but stayed cool, bagged 2 wins, and never looked under pressure. Class act.
    @_becca_9 @teamboompods
    Local powerhouse 💥 Starting in Group 2, she tore through the field. “That Becca is an animal — she ripped my legs off!” said one rider. Outsprinted a stacked women’s field to take the win from @leah_dixie . Beast mode activated.
    @jackwilsun (Vet 40)
    Took the jersey from @nickymorris1590 at Bobbington and never let go. A tight GC battle all series, with both riders trading blows and staying within a few spots of each other. Jack sealed it with a strong Top 10 at Leighton. Grit and consistency!
    @fenton4697 @aerologic_rt (Vet 50)
    Took the jersey early and held off a fierce challenge from Stacey Morgan – separated by just 1 point after 4 rounds! After Stacey’s crash at Leighton, Mark powered through to take the title. Recently back from serious illness – Mark, we salute your courage and commitment.
    @kevin920336 @stourbridge_cycling_club (Vet 60)
    Regional legend and leader of the orange train 🚂. Took the win with style and support. Huge shout to runner-up @neil86474 racer, volunteer, and all-round top bloke. Always smiling, always giving back. You’re what this league is all about.

    Thanks for the memories. Here’s a couple of videos to remind you to come back next year when we hope to do it all again – check out @YaarMateJosh’s on-bike camera work as well.

  • 2025 Season Launch

    2025 SEASON ANNOUNCED
    AFFILIATE NOW!


    The 2025 season is here, bringing exciting opportunities for racers of all ages and abilities. Our inclusive racing offer expands on previous years with categories for Junior, Senior, Women, Vet40, Vet50, and Vet60+, ensuring there’s a race for everyone.

    Cost-Effective Racing

    Affiliation to the league is just £10, giving you access to £20 race entries, meaning the full six-race series costs an unbeatable £130 – on par with circuit racing prices! Alternatively, affiliate and pre-enter for £130, which guarantees entry to all six races.

    Unaffiliated riders are also welcome to join individual rounds, with pre-entry priced at £25 and £30 on the night if not pre-registered.

    Balanced Racing Calendar

    This year’s calendar features six fantastic road racing opportunities, with a focus on fair and balanced courses. While the “tougher” courses are still included, the schedule prioritises rider-friendly terrain. With racing categories in place, there’s always something to compete for – even if you find yourself dropped!

    2025 Race Calendar

    • 15th May – Charlton (Newport CC)
    • 22nd May – Shipton (Ludlow Clubs)
    • 29th May – Charlton (Dudley CC / Black Country Racing Team)
    • 5th June – Bobbington (Stourbridge CC)
    • 12th June – Leighton (Paramount CC)
    • 19th June – Pattingham (Bridgnorth CC)

    Affiliate Now at https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/club/profile/3040/sssccrrl-road-race-league

  • The 2024 season ends…

    After a season much disrupted by weather and other events, the sun finally came out for the last round of the series. The race, organised by Bridgnorth Cycling Club, was held on the newly re-activated Pattingham course, last used almost 30 years ago, a tough course for the climbers and puncheurs of the league.

    Photographs by Rich Smith

    Our jersey sponsor, Jacob Tipper, of Jacob Tipper Performance Coaching, was invited to present the winners with their medals and jerseys. He was also invited to race if he wished, an opportunity which he took. Despite protestations of lack of form and training, he then proceeded to win the race showing that whatever his form, he retained his class.

    Jacob Tipper wins the race. Photograph by David Perry

    We were then welcomed by the landlord of the Pigot Arms for the presentations and speeches which took place in the beer garden in the late evening sunshine. Unfortunately, the race finished too late for us to be able to sample their menu but we were all able to quench our thirst with a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

    Waiting for the speeches. Photograph by Jimmy Naudi

    After a speech of thanks from our chairman, John Ireson, to all involved with the league for enabling it to happen and a special vote of thanks to the league organiser, Mike Jackson, for all his hard work in promoting and organising the league over the years on the occasion of his stepping down from this role, the top three riders in each category (Overall, Veteran, Junior and 4th Cat) were presented with their medals by Jacob Tipper with the winner of each category also being awarded the winner’s jersey.

    Medals awaiting being awarded with Mike Jackson (L) and John Ireson (R). Photograph by Jimmy Naudi

    The winners in each category were:-

    Overall – Aidan Wade

    Veteran – Ian Gilkes, HUUB BCC Race Team

    Junior – Benjamin Southgate, Wrekinsport

    4th Cat – Benjamin Southgate, Wrekinsport

    L-R Jacob Tipper, Ian Gilkes (Vet winner), Aidan Wade (Overall winner), Benjamin Southgate (Junior and 4th cat winner). Photograph by Jimmy Naudi

    The full results of the race and the final league standings can be found here

    More photographs of the race can be found here, with thanks to Rich Smith.

    More photographs of the presentations can be found here, with thanks to Jimmy Naudi.

  • End of an era

    L-R John Ireson (Chairman), Mike Jackson (Organiser), Cheryl Jackson (Treasurer), Sean Byatt (Handicapper), Simon Fielding (Timing & Judging)

    After many years of support for the league, John, Mike and Sean are standing down from their roles.

    On behalf of everyone involved with the league over its long lifetime, riders past and present, clubs, organisers and officials, we wish to offer our great thanks to all of them for the part they have played in making this league into what it is and for ensuring its survival throughout the years.

    We particularly wish to thank Mike and Cheryl who have been involved with the league pretty much from its beginning. We hope that they will now be able to relax and just watch the racing without the stress and pressures of organising and maintaining the league.

    If you would like to help give the league a future by taking on one of these rôles or by assisting, please contact us.