Bill Higson Memorial Cyclo-Cross
Forest runs in United Kingdom, Reading
About
The Bill Higson Memorial Cyclo-Cross is the club’s annual memorial event held in remembrance of Bill Higson. It is one of the oldest continuously-run cyclo-cross events in the south of England, first held in 1947 and promoted by Reading Cycling Club as part of the Wessex Cyclo-Cross League.
Catering & aid stations
Hot and cold refreshments available at the finish; on-course drink stations in the park.
Pacers
Pacer groups will be set on the race-day start wave according to target times published on the 'Renntag für Laufende' page; pacers display race flag identifiers to help runners stay with their intended pace group.
Results
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Route maps
What's included in entry
- Event participation in the Bill Higson Memorial Cyclo-Cross
- Hot and cold refreshments at the finish
FAQ
What categories are available on the day?
Race categories include Under-10’s, Under-12’s, Youths, Women, Veterans (40+), Veterans (50+), and Senior men.
Where does the event take place?
Since 2008 the event has been held in Prospect Park, Reading; previous venues include Burghfield Common, Wokefield Common and Newbury Showground.
Do I need to pre-book?
Yes — entry is managed via the club’s Strava booking page; please do not turn up without checking in advance as numbers are limited.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:16:50 AM
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