Urban Hill Climb 2025

URBAN HILL CLIMB
- Swain’s Lane, Highgate
- Saturday 27 September 2025
- Racing from midday
Take on the challenge of Swain’s Lane on closed roads – the only hill climb within Greater London and an iconic event on the UK circuit. The climb averages 8% and maxes out at 20% over 900m of tarmac.
This event holds a special place in the hearts of London cyclists and always attracts lightning-fast racers. But Urban Hill Climb has something for everyone so why not come along and get involved. Families, cargo bikes, e-bikes, folders, and non-standard cycles are all welcome and absolutely everyone is encouraged to have a go.
Click below to get your tickets. We’ll see you at the top!
BOOK YOUR PLACE
Click the button to head over to the website to book your place for this years Urban Hill Climb! Swain's Lane awaits...
Climb in Style
For years people have been taking on Swain's Lane in some... creative outfits. So this year we decided to reward them. In partnership with Altura, the new Best Dressed category, will be recognising those riders who's costumes have caught the eye the most!
A big thank you to our sponsors this year!

