The next life cycle

VELODROME RELAUNCHES AND AIMS TO BE A 'THRIVING HUB' FOR ALL ABILITIES

- By SUE KIRBY

A CYCLING facility is aiming to become one of the best in Britain.

Middlesbrough Velodrome, described as a jewel in the crown of North-East cycling, has had a relaunch, marking a new era under the management of NE Cycling CIC.

Hundreds of people enjoyed a family fun day to mark the relaunch of the seven-year-old facility, at Middlesbrough Sports Village.

It is one of only two outdoor velodromes of its kind in the country.

This vital site has already proven its worth by nurturing world-class talent, epitomised by Darlington’s Matthew Brennan - now a World-Tour rider and widely regarded as one of the most exciting new talents in the professional peloton.