A full entry of 120 for Minehead Cycling Club’s Porlock Toll Road Hill Climb on Sunday confirms the event’s importance in the national hill climb calendar.

Entries include past and reigning men’s and women’s national champions, promising juniors and a sprinkling of pro road men who fancy their chances against the specialists on this unique 4.2 mile six per cent closed road climb.

Following the main event, will be the children’s competitions organised by children’s cycling club Minehead Merlins.

Event secretary Louise Crossman said: “Everything is set for a terrific tussle for glory on the day.

“There won’t be much time difference between the fastest 20, so riders will need to fight for every second.

“I fully expect a new hill record will be needed to win in both the men’s and women’s categories.

“I’m pleased to see such a strong local entry, hours of hard miles will pay off.

“Minehead CC and Merlins would like to thank local firm Tanks Direct for their terrific support.”

Spectators are welcome - to access the start you should park in the recreation ground and follow the signs to the bottom of the toll road. To see the finish, you can park at the top of the toll road and walk down.

The toll road will be closed to all traffic for the day.

The event an individual time trial with the riders going off at one-minute intervals. The first rider goes at 9.30am and the last at 11.30am, with the children’s races starting at 11.45am.

For full details go to www.porlockhillclimb. co.uk