Cross Country Mountain Bike Series in the South West of England
Racing for all ages and abilities, from young riders and first-time racers to experienced competitors and veterans. Enjoy the chance to tackle outstanding trails and venues that are rarely accessible to the public. Expect challenging cross-country mountain bike racing on some of the region’s finest terrain. With categories for everyone, our calendar features both Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) and Short Track (XCC) events across a selection of premier regional race venues.
2027 Race Calendar
| Round | Date | Venue | Race Access & Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| RD 1 | 18 Apr 2027 | Grammarcombe, Exeter (XCO) (Regional Champs) | |
| RD 2 | 06 Jun 2027 | Gawton Gravity Hub, Tavistock (XCO) | |
| RD 3 | 16 May 2027 | North Devon (XCO) | Entries Open Soon |
| RD 4 | 25 Jul 2027 | Wheal Jane, Truro (XCO) | Enter Now |
| RD 5 | 5 Sep 2027 | Old Hill Bike Park, Bodmin (XCC) | Entries Open Soon |
2026 Series Standings
Showcasing the top 3 final overall rankings across all categories.
Female Categories
Elite
- 1300 ptsCharlotte Gibson
- 2100 ptsLibby HarmanOcean Cycles
Expert
- 1100 ptsHayleigh Wyle Smith
Sport
- 1100 ptsLucy CoxSaint Piran Service Course
Masters 40
- 1400 ptsCharlie Guthrie
- 2280 ptsCat Allen
- 390 ptsFran Mundy
Masters 50
- 1100 ptsJackie Shute
Masters 60
- 1400 ptsSarah MyfordWadebridge Coasters CC
- 2100 ptsCatherine Kilburn
Youth
- 1100 ptsAoife Scawn
Juvenile
- 1360 ptsAyla Wells
- 2290 ptsWillow Peters
- 3250 ptsFaye DoddWheal Velocity
Under 12
- 1400 ptsIndie Skinner
- 2350 ptsRosie EastmondDartmoor Velo
- 3340 ptsCharlie PoppyWheal Velocity
Under 10
- 1251 ptsVienna MiltonNorth Deon Velo
- 2201 ptsTahnee Skinner
- 390 ptsLivi JonesELN Cycling
Under 8
- 1291 ptsMia HarrisWheal Velocity
- 2100 ptsRosie BattyNorth Devon Velo
- 390 ptsRobyn Wiseman
Fun
- 1100 ptsMaddie HortonPilgrim Flyers
- 290 ptsSally Godbear
Open Categories
Elite
- 1390 ptsLuke EggarSouthfork Racing
- 2360 ptsTristan Davies
- 3100 ptsOllie Mant
Expert
- 1360 ptsThomas HockingWheal Velocity
- 2260 ptsSam NancarrowOcean Cycles
- 3180 ptsMatthew Skeats
Sport
- 1328 ptsStuart Harris
- 2309 ptsAaron Lawrence
- 3270 ptsAlex Dawson
Masters 40
- 1306 ptsSimon DoddWheal Velocity
- 2265 ptsPaul Hodgson
- 3263 ptsLee MallenRevo Racing
Masters 50
- 1290 ptsLee Hayward
- 2285 ptsStuart HigginsExeter Wheelers cc
- 3274 ptsPaul Wells
Masters 60
- 1370 ptsRichard HouseWar Vena
- 2330 ptsAnthony JenningsTe bicycle chain
- 3300 ptsChris Seavell
Masters 70
- 1200 ptsDave PooleThe Bicycle Chain/ BCC
Youth
- 1300 ptsJames AllenMid Devon CC
- 2280 ptsNoah CampsWheal Velocity
- 390 ptsWilliam Evans
Juvenile
- 1350 ptsZachary Moore
- 2330 ptsCharlie RobinsonWheal Velocity
- 3300 ptsSamuel MedlandDartmoor Velo
Under 12
- 1400 ptsLeo ThorneNorth Devon Velo
- 2340 ptsHarry TothamDartmoor Velo
- 3300 ptsSebastian Wells
Under 10
- 1400 ptsHenry ChristieWheal Velocity
- 2360 ptsHarrison CollinsDartmoor Velo
- 3330 ptsCaue BruzzoneMDCC
Under 8
- 1400 ptsMonty HigginsExeter Wheelers cc
- 2360 ptsHerbie ChinaMid Devon CC
- 3289 ptsRhys Johns
Fun
- 1300 ptsColin MilhenchNorth Devon Velo
- 2250 ptsCraig Robinson
- 3149 ptsJoseph DimelowNorth Devon Velo
Frequently Asked Questions
A race licence is not compulsory, except for Elite and Expert categories, where your current British Cycling licence states Elite or Expert beside the discipline MTB XC. The British Cycling website is the platform for entering the event and you will have to create yourself a login to enter.
In line with UCI / BC regulations, lap length for XCO is limited to 6km and where possible will form a cloverleaf shape, giving spectators multiple viewing opportunities. What is important is the target lap time for the leading riders allowing us to hit the optimum winning time. For example, a hilly course will generally be shorter than a course that offers a flatter lap to ensure the target lap times remain consistent.
The SWXC series is organised by a core group of people and volunteers, with local clubs presenting each round. If you’d like to give something back to the sport then get in touch – these races are for you and can’t happen without you!
Sign-on opens at 08:30 and closes exactly 30 minutes before your specific event. Give yourself plenty of time to register and securely attach your number board. You can only pre-ride the track during official course practice blocks once your number board is visible on your bike. If you are racing the full course, you must be present at the starting grid area for the mandatory race briefing at 11:50. Podiums take place at approximately 14:00.
Time
Event Schedule
08:30
Sign-On Registration Desk Opens (Closes 30 mins before your race)
08:45 - 09:20
Children's Course Practice (Under 8s, 10s & 12s only)
09:30
🏁 Under 8s Race (15 mins)
10:00
🏁 Under 10s & Under 12s Race (20 mins)
10:45 - 11:50
Main Full Course Practice
11:50
Mandatory Race Briefing All full course riders must attend at the start line area
12:00
🏁 Full Course Mass Start
- Juvenile, Youth & Fun Categories (45 mins)
- Junior Categories (1 hr 15 mins)
- Elite, Expert, Sport & Vet Classes (1 hr 30 mins)
14:00 approx
Podium Presentations 🏆
Cross country MTB racing is about finding out who is the quickest from point A to point B. It’s about pushing yourself harder than you ever could in training, going faster than you ever could on your own, and having fun! As the saying goes: 'You can’t win the race on your first lap, but you can lose it.' You’ll start at the same time as everyone else in your category, so get warmed up and ready to go from 0 to 180 bpm in the blink of an eye as you sprint off. You’ll race until you have completed all of your laps or if you get lapped by the leader of your category.
Cross-country racing is about racing – it’s not a time trial. It’s about overtaking and being overtaken, trying to keep up with someone else’s pace and adapting yours. It is tactical, and different riders have different skill sets. Learn where your strengths lie and use them to your advantage on the track.
Absolutely! These races simply cannot happen without our incredible community of volunteers. We are always looking for extra hands to help out with track marshalling, course building, number board distribution, and event breakdown. If you want to give back to the sport and get close to the action, get in touch with the crew!