The venue will replace the original venue, Weald Country Park, after a change to the requirements for the sport meant that a more technical and challenging course was needed.

The new 550 acre site includes two major hills separated by a valley, which will be ideal for the technical climbs for the events. Spectators will be able to view the majority of the course.

The new venue has been approved by the International Cycling Union (UCI), British Cycling (BC), the International Olympic Committee, and the British Olympic Association.

Located near the village of Hadleigh in Essex, it includes grassland and woodland of Hadleigh Farm, land owned by the Salvation Army and countryside around Hadleigh Castle Country Park.

Discussions are underway to decide how the venue could be used as a Mountain Bike facility after the Games.