Summerhill Cycle Track

Experience Hartlepool’s purpose-built 750-metre closed road cycle circuit, designed to provide safe, traffic-free cycling for all ages and abilities. Whether you're practising skills, building confidence, or training, this dedicated space is perfect for riders at every level.

About the track

  • Smooth, “free‑form” tarmac circuit
  • Fenced and fully floodlit
  • Gentle slopes and varied gradients
  • Corners with different levels of difficulty
  • Ideal for recreational riding, coaching, and club sessions

Please note: The closed road circuit is not for motor sports

Funding

This fantastic facility has been made possible thanks to support from Sport England, British Cycling, and Hartlepool Borough Council.

Young girl using the cycle track

Summerhill Cycle Track Timetable

This is subject to change and current at 1st March 2026
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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

Public use

10am to 4:30pm

Ladies
Public use

10am to 2pm

Public use

10am to 4:30pm

Public use

10am to 4:30pm

Public use

9:30am to 4pm

Private booking

9am to 11am

 

Public use

2pm to 4:30pm

Public use

6pm to 8pm

 

 

 

 

Private booking

6pm to 8:30pm 

 

 

 

 

Opening times may vary during school holidays following consultation. Please check in advance for the latest schedule.

 
Unavailable Cycle Track dates in May due to private bookings and public holidays:
  • Monday 4th May 
  • Monday 25th May 

Learn-to-ride and balance bike area

Younger riders can enjoy our dedicated grassed training zone beside the Visitor Centre, perfect for balance bikes and early cycling skills.

Young child wearing a green helmet cycling at Summerhill

Summerhill Closed Road Circuit - Private Bookings

For more information please call Summerhill Visitor Centre

Telephone: 01429 284584