Boxford Tornado 2024
Supporting the East anglian Air Ambulance charity
Join us for next year’s Tornado which will be held on Sunday 28th April 2024.
With a new relaxed southern route through the heart of Constable Country and the Stour Vale, and a more challenging Northern route the event gives riders the chance to experience the beautiful countryside and villages that surround our village starting from the village playing field ( Boxford Playing Fields, Homefield, Boxford, Suffolk, CO10 5PB). Also for the first time entrants will be able to choose which one of the two contrasting 30 mile routes* they would like to complete or alternatively you can choose to complete both routes, a distance of 60 miles.*
This year the Tornado promises to be bigger and better than ever so don’t hesitate to join us for what will be a fantastic days cycling, and enjoy a stunning tour of the beautiful area that we are lucky enough to call home.
Rider Instructions
We provide Fully Signposted Routes, Mechanical Support, A MId Point Feed Station, Free Event Photos and Post Ride Food.
* All distances approximate.
Prices:
Standard Price - Jan to event day £25.00
On the day Entry - £30.00
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Current Number of entries
217
Enter now and join the 217 riders already looking forward to what promises to be a fantastic ride and a great day out enjoying the beautiful countryside of South Suffolk and North Essex.
The 2024 Route
Riders cycling the shorter distance will have the option of riding either Route 1 or Route 2. Both have similar elevation. However, Route 1 has three significant climbs whilst Route 2 is gently undulating. Riders completing the full 65 miles will ride both loops with a feed station at the halfway mark.
Route 1 - The Northern Route which takes you through some beautiful countryside and includes the picturesque villages of Chelsworth and Kersey.
Route 2 - The Southern Route which takes you into Constable country and passes through Dedham and the historic wool town of Hadleigh.
Those choosing the full route will be able to enjoy both of these stunning routes.
Some comments about the 2023 Tornado:
Hi, I would just like to say a big thank you to all involved in organising todays event. Well organised, great route, well marshalled and sign posted. Thanks again and good health to all.
My dad, sister, 2 nieces, myself and my sons all completed the 32 miles and my brother and husband (Tristan) 65 miles today. Everyone was so happy despite the rain. A wonderful event. Thanks so much.
It was fantastic to take part in such a well organised and friendly event. I haven't done many big rides but yesterday has made me realise I should do more. Shame about the weather but it held off enough to see your delightful countryside. The signage was excellent by the way. Well done to you all.
Just wanted to convey my thanks for a great sportive Sunday - first time up in Suffolk cycling in that area - will definitely return its a great part of the world. Great roads (far fewer pot holes than Kent!), minimal traffic and beautiful scenery. Everyone at the club was so welcoming and friendly. Very well organised sportive and route signage was spot on. Look forward to seeing the Boxford CC crew down Kent way again for the Hell of The Ashdown 24 and Kentish Killer 24!
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Boxford Tornado is kindly supported by Sunnyday cycles, Simbo’s Gun Dogs and grooming, cafe2u and Buzz power energy Gels
Why is our event called The Tornado?
Our Sportive is named after Tornado Smith who lived in the village and was known as a daredevil motor cyclist and for his pet lion that could often be seen in and around the village of Boxford being walked on a lead. Sadly the lion had to be put down at the outset of the Second World War and is buried in the courtyard of the White Hart Public House where most of our club rides start from.
Tornado Smith with his pet lioness.
