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NRC 1925 – 2025
Throughout 2025, we celebrated 100 years! That’s a century of continuous cycling in West Berkshire, from one of the oldest Clubs in the country.
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Scroll back in time to discover a rich history (and pre-history) of the Club from its earliest roots to its present day. Relive tales of epic rides and feats of ‘daring do’ by cyclist from days of old…!
Newbury Road Club 1990 – 1999
In this chapter of NRC history, authors Dave Portwood and Brian Tate chart a dynamic decade for Newbury Road Club from 1990-1999. It captures a thriving era of racing, record-breaking and community spirit — from explosive growth in road racing and a strong reputation in time trialling, to landmark events such as Cycling Sunday in Newbury’s car-free town centre. The story features standout achievements from riders across all ages, the rise of the Club newsletter and early digi
Dave Portwood
Dec 1, 20251 min read
NRC marks 100 Years with a Big Bash to remember
Fun in the Sun at Hermitage Village Hall...
John Murrell
Jun 27, 20252 min read
NRC looks to the future in its 100th year, focussing on youth development and opportunities.
Alastair Masson speaks on leading the Club’s Youth Development initiative
Newbury Road Club
Mar 21, 20253 min read
NRC Centenary celebrations kick off in style.
Newbury Town Hall Chamber hosts the initial 100th Birthday celebration.
Newbury Road Club
Mar 16, 20252 min read
Happy 100th Newbury Road Club!
100 years in the saddle heralds centenary celebrations for Newbury cycling club
Newbury Road Club
Feb 12, 20253 min read
Newbury Road Club 1980 – 1989
A busy decade for Dave Jones and the great Beryl Burton comes to town ...
Dave Portwood
Jan 29, 202539 min read
Dave Jones: A lifetime in the saddle pays dividends
Dave Jones, a brief history of a long life in the saddle...
Dave Portwood
Jan 16, 20254 min read
Newbury Road Club 1970 – 1979
The 1970s sees NRC stage Road Races and Club Runs become a 'thing'...
Dave Portwood
Jan 2, 202554 min read
Newbury Road Club -1960 – 1969
Less traffic, better roads, quicker bikes. Was the 1960s the golden age of Road Racing ?
Dave Portwood
Dec 16, 202458 min read
Newbury Road Club 1947 – 1959
Club rides restart after WWII and herald the era of Arthur Frost and Dave Jones ...
Dave Portwood
Dec 3, 202469 min read
Newbury Road Club 1936 – 1946
The 1930s sees the arrival of a clubhouse, competition and ladies!
Dave Portwood
Nov 11, 202438 min read
Newbury Road Club – The Early Years 1925 – 1935
1925. Newbury Road Club is established … thanks to a seventeen year old boy!
Dave Portwood
Oct 16, 202433 min read
The ‘Guildhallites’ – 1890 to 1903
Dave Portwood looks back to where it all began with the Guildhall Club...
Dave Portwood
Jul 16, 202430 min read
The Victorians - 1890 to1897
David Portwood recounts the formation of two early cycling clubs
Dave Portwood
May 7, 202415 min read
The Newbury Bicycle Club – 1877 to 1887
David Portwood charts the pre-NRC origins of cycling in Newbury...
Dave Portwood
Feb 15, 202430 min read
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