SUNDAY 12TH JULY
SUFFOLK CELEBRATION SPORTIVE
New to cycle sportives or getting back into cycling? The Suffolk Celebration Sportive is designed with you in mind — a relaxed, welcoming event focused on enjoyment, not pressure. With clearly signed routes, friendly support on hand, and a great atmosphere from start to finish, it’s the perfect way to take on your first cycling challenge.
ENTRIES CLOSE 8PM FRIDAY
Limited entries available on the day.
Click HERE for rider final instructions.
WHY RIDE WITH TPR EVENTS
Thoughtfully organised events that feel every bit as good as the route itself.
From the first signpost to the finish line, all TPR events are built around inclusivity, quality, atmosphere, value for money and the kind of details riders actually notice on the day.
Properly signed routes
Clear, well-planned routes shaped by local knowledge, so you can focus on the ride rather than second-guessing every turn.
Food, drink & rider support
Well-stocked stops, friendly volunteers, and mechanical support out on the route to keep you fuelled and moving.
Memories worth keeping
Bespoke medals, rider plaques, event photography and those little finishing touches that make the day feel special. Also, courtesy of our friends at Adnams, all riders receive a FREE can of Adnams too!
Great venues and locations
From iconic start locations to scenic countryside routes, the setting is always part of what makes the experience memorable.
Family-run, rider-led
We ride the routes ourselves and care about the details. That hands-on approach creates a genuinely welcoming, rider-first atmosphere.
Not-for-profit, community focused
Every entry helps fund future events and local cycling initiatives, keeping the focus on riders, not shareholders.
Built by riders, backed by volunteers, and designed to leave you already thinking about the next one.
tpr fair pricing
As a long-standing, family-run Community Interest Company, we pride ourselves on delivering not just a great event day experience, but exceptional value for money. Unlike many, we don’t charge admin fees, hydration and feed stops are included, event photography is free, and our medals are always bespoke to each event and year.
We do everything we can to protect you from rising venue and running costs, which is why we’ve kept almost all events at 2025 prices when you enter using our Early-Bird Discount (available up to 6 weeks before the event). At this point we commit to ordering medals and consumables, and all remaining entries will increase by £2.
We don’t offer entries on the day if an event sells out, and we never oversell, so please enter early, secure your place, and help us make this the best event yet for both you and us.
Date
12th July 2026
Location
The Food Museum, Iliffe Way, Stowmarket IP14 1SL
Bike
Any Bike 🙂
Event Village Times
9:00am until 5:00pm
WIN £100 ULTIMATE GIFT VOUCHER
Courtesy of Suffolk County Council, everyone who enters the Suffolk Celebration Sportive will automatically be entered into a prize draw to win a £100 Ultimate Gift Card.
Simply choose your distance, enter the event, and you’ll be in with a chance of winning.
The gift card can be spent at participating JD Group retailers including GO Outdoors, Blacks, Millets, Naylors and JD Sports.
Any distance counts, so whether you’re joining us for the Family ride or taking on the full 100km challenge, your entry puts you in the draw.
The Suffolk Celebration Sportive is all about enjoying the ride, whether it’s your very first event, maiden century or a relaxed day out on the bike with friends.
Set on quiet, scenic Suffolk roads, this is a welcoming and beginner-friendly sportive designed to build confidence, not test your limits. With a choice of family (up to 4 riders), 12, 25, 50 mile or 100 kilometre routes, you can ride at your own pace and choose a distance that suits you.
If you’re new to events, this is the perfect place to start. And if you’re a regular rider, why not bring someone along and help them take on their first sportive or even guide them to their first century!
With a range of distances to choose from, there’s something for everyone, from a relaxed family ride through to a rewarding 100km challenge.
All routes are fully signposted and supported by the friendly TPR Events team, so you can focus on enjoying the ride.
Riders on the 25 and 50 mile routes will enjoy well-stocked drink and snack stations along the way, while those taking on the 100km route will be rewarded with a complimentary lunch.
Whether you’re riding solo, with friends, or introducing someone to their first event, the Suffolk Celebration is all about great riding, good company, and a supportive atmosphere from start to finish.
Part of a Wider Cycling Celebration
Hosted by our friends at Suffolk Council enjoy a day of cycling fun, bringing together 80+ organisations for a countywide collective celebration of active travel and wellbeing!
What to expect:
– Interactive stands and retailers
– Inclusive cycling
– Free bike repairs
– TPR Events Sportive rides from 12 miles to 100km
– Family-friendly activities & more!
Stay tuned on our socials for more information – coming soon!
routes
At TPR Events, we’re dedicated to creating the best routes for riders to enjoy. Every route is carefully plotted, analysed, risk-assessed, tested, and fully signposted, giving you the confidence to ride with peace of mind.
Plus, all routes will be available to download as GPX files, providing turn-by-turn directions on your phone or GPS device. GPX files will be available a few days before the event, after our final checks for road closures and obstructions.
At TPR Events, we’re dedicated to creating the best routes for riders to enjoy. Every route is carefully plotted, analysed, risk-assessed, tested, and fully signposted, giving you the confidence to ride with peace of mind. Plus, all routes will be available to download as GPX files, providing turn-by-turn directions on your phone or GPS device. GPX files will be available a few days before the event, after our final checks for road closures and obstructions.
For the Suffolk Celeberation Sportive 2026, we are crafting 5 exciting routes to offer something for every rider:
100 Kilometre – Riders start from 9:30am
50 Mile – Riders start from 9:30am
25 Mile – Riders start from 10:30am
12 Mile – Riders start from 10:30am
- Family Distance (up to 4 riders) – Riders start between 10:30am-12pm
what bike is suitable?
The Suffolk Celebration Sportive is an inclusive, beginner friendly event that welcomes all riders, regardless of bike.
Any serviceable bike, eBike hand-cycle, adapted cycle or road legal pedal powered machine is welcome at this event.
Event Day Support, Every Step of the Way
Your first sportive should feel exciting, not intimidating, and that’s exactly why we’ve built Suffolk Celebration with support at its core.
On event day, Ben and Chris will be out on the route as roaming mechanics and support drivers, making sure help is never far away. Whether it’s a quick mechanical fix, advice, encouragement, or simply a helping hand, we’re here to keep your day running smoothly.
If you run into a bigger issue or just need a lift back to event HQ, our support vehicles are there to make sure your experience stays positive and stress-free. For many riders, knowing that backup is available provides the confidence to push themselves further and enjoy the day.
This is a beginner-friendly sportive, not a race, and no one gets left behind. From start line to finish line, you’ll have experienced support on hand so you can focus on enjoying the ride, building confidence, and celebrating your achievement.
FAQs
Entries are non-refundable. You may transfer your place to another event up to 4 weeks before event day. After this point, we are unable to offer transfers or deferrals as we will have committed to rider-specific costs such as medals, catering, and event logistics.
We have no age requirement to ride; however, all under-16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times and will not recieve a complimentary Adnams.
AT ENTRY: Order confirmation email
3 WEEKS BEFORE EVENT: Event welcome and information email, plus WhatsApp group invitation.
1 WEEK BEFORE EVENT: Final instructions email (including final route, parking information and safety brief).
FINALS DAYS BEFORE: Final information, including last-minute road closures, weather information and announcements via WhatsApp.
Please check your spam folders if you do not receive your order confirmation, as you’ll likely also miss important event info too!
Please remain subscribed to our rider list to ensure you receive event and route updates.
We have multiple rider and mechanical support vehicles available to help you on the road – as well as first aiders at HQ. The emergency contact number will be on your souvenir rider number.
All riders get free drinks and snacks at all stops.
- Tea & coffee
- Water
- Selection of squash
- Homemade flapjacks
- Wide variety of fruit
On longer routes, there is also an additional lunch stop. In addition to the above;
- Sandwiches
- Crisps
- Haribo
Gravel races:
- Electrolyte drinks
- Homemade flapjacks
- Energy gels
Yes, eBikes are allowed and very welcome on all of our sportives. Anything that gets you riding is great :)
eBikes must conform to UK law on all TPR Events.
We do not provide charging points along the route, so make sure you’re economical with the range!
Yes, all types of bikes are encouraged on our events.
We often have riders on tricycles, hand cycles and tandems at our sportives!
We recommend that TT extensions are removed before our events due to safety concerns and the potential for liability in a group setting.
If you have any further questions, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
If your question isn’t convered in our Ts&Cs, please contact us.
