East Cleveland Classic 2026 returns to Saltburn

The popular race, part of the British Cycling Open National Road Series, saw professional riders take on a challenging circuit through Saltburn, Skelton, Guisborough, Charltons, Boosbeck, Lingdale and Brotton.

Crowds gathered early this morning (April 12), to watch the competition take place, with the women’s race setting off at 9am over four laps of the circuit, totalling 68 miles.

East Cleveland Classic competition (Image: Andy Futers)

East Cleveland Classic competition (Image: Andy Futers)

East Cleveland Classic competition (Image: Andy Futers)

Pictures from the event show riders powering through the difficult route with spectators lining the streets.

East Cleveland Classic competition (Image: Andy Futers)

Katie Scott, riding for Paralloy RT, claimed first place in the women’s race with an impressive time of 2:56:49.

East Cleveland Classic competition (Image: Andy Futers)

East Cleveland Classic competition (Image: Andy Futers)

She was followed by Anna Flynn of Handsling Alba Development Road Team in second, and her teammate Beth Morrow secured third place.

Photos show the top three riders beaming as they stood on the podium to receive their awards.

East Cleveland Classic competition (Image: Andy Futers)

East Cleveland Classic competition (Image: Andy Futers)

A road closure was in place as the event passed through the region, which saw brief delays of around 15 minutes as police escorted the cyclists through.

The free event once again proved to be a hit bringing elite-level cycling to the North East.

Carrie Richardson, deputy leader of Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council and cabinet member for climate and culture, said: “This is a wonderful sporting event, a chance to see truly elite sportsmen and women.

“It’s also a chance to have fun and show off the beauty of East Cleveland on television to cycling fans across the country and the world.”