National Cycling Centre - Manchester Velodrome

The National Cycling Centre, located on the Etihad Campus, Manchester, is renowned for hosting major sporting events. It’s the home of British Cycling and training ground to some of the world’s best riders – both past and present – from Sir Chris Hoy MBE, Dame Laura Kenny DBE, and Sir Jason Kenny CBE to Emma Finucane and Bethany Shriever. With seating for 3,400 overlooking the velodrome and 1,800 in the BMX arena, the centre, often referred to as the Medal Factory, has been a major catalyst for Britain’s cycling successes, nurturing world class riders in track, road, BMX and mountain biking disciplines over the last three decades. It is a venue which is open to community grassroots beginner sessions, catering for all abilities and skillsets. At the National Cycling Centre, we’ve hosted many conferences, exhibitions and unforgettable events such as ICE Bike’s Trade Show, SOPHOS Conference Day, to name a few. Our conference and exhibition spaces are truly are unique.