However, racing in Guildford goes back further, to when Harold Crooke of Guildford CC won the first Anchor Shield in 1886 at races in Woodbridge Road. This trophy was provided by the landlady of the Anchor in Ripley, a venue for cyclists.
However, cycling in Guildford dates back to earlier times, when Harold Crooke of Guildford CC won the first Anchor Shield in 1886 at races held on Woodbridge Road. This trophy was sponsored by the landlady of the Anchor in Ripley, a venue for cyclists.