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Category: N.C.U. (London Centre) 25 mile Tandem-Paced Championship

1930s, 1950s, Claud Butler, Memorabilia, N.C.U. (London Centre) 25 mile Tandem-Paced Championship

MEMORABILIA: Programme reveals stellar roll of honour for Balham CC promoted London championship


A newly acquired programme for the 1952 London Centre 25 mile tandem-paced championship reveals a stellar cast of previous winners. Continue reading MEMORABILIA: Programme reveals stellar roll of honour for Balham CC promoted London championship

Pauld802April 1, 2019April 1, 20196 Comments
1930s, Club Championships, Memorabilia, N.C.U. (London Centre) 25 mile Tandem-Paced Championship

MEMORABILIA: 1932 Poster for “London’s most thrilling race of the season”


We’ve just got our hands on an original 86-year-old poster for a famous track meet promoted by Balham CC. Continue reading MEMORABILIA: 1932 Poster for “London’s most thrilling race of the season”

Pauld802June 13, 2018June 13, 20183 Comments
1930s, Balham CC 2017, Memorabilia, N.C.U. (London Centre) 25 mile Tandem-Paced Championship

Balham CC return to Herne Hill Velodrome


A Balham CC contingent travelled to Herne Hill Velodrome for a taste of fixed wheel, single-speed, no brakes velodrome cycling. The iconic South London venue has a strong connection with the club. Continue reading Balham CC return to Herne Hill Velodrome

Pauld802October 8, 2017October 12, 20173 Comments
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  • Wills on Fire: South Londoner smashes coveted 60-in-60 motor-paced world record
  • MEMORABILIA: 1958 Diamond Jubilee Dinner Menu with Club History 1897-1957
  • MEMORABILIA: 10 Trophies, Club Newsletters, Jersey and Committee Regalia
  • Club member’s collection shines light on Balham’s cycling past
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  • 70-year-old club trophy comes home as 'The Balham' gets ready to ride again
  • The Trophy Cabinet
  • TROPHY CABINET: Counsellor Cusden and the 12-Hour Championship Cup
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