Sat 14 Sep 2024 Coleford, Gloucestershire, UK

Forest of Dean Gravel Epic | Short Route

A classic gravel ride in the ancient woodlands of the Forest of Dean.

Shortlist
  • Sat 14 Sep 2024
Worcester Lodge, Coleford

Short Route

08:00

FREE-£59

All ages

  • 53 km gravel riding

Overview

This stunning area right on the Welsh border is packed with pristine, smooth gravel trails and a few punchy climbs to keep you honest. This ride is ideal for newer gravel riders due to the smooth trails and anyone wanting to get off the beaten track. Nearly 85% of the route is off road through woodlands and sections near the beautiful River Wye. Highlights - A classic Forest of Dean loop with over 85% of the route off road on fast flowing, smooth gravel, this is ideal for all riders. Plus, an all new Long Route! Stunning sections through the Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. A real mix of terrain with fast, flowing sections, stretches of flat by the river and three punchy off road climbs.

This event is part of Forest of Dean Gravel Epic.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Newcomers

Location

  • Free parking
  • Toilets

Route

  • Check points
  • Distance markers
  • First aid
  • Food stations

Entries

  • All ages
  • Entries open
  • Enter online

Other races at event

  • Sat 14 Sep
  • #2 of 3
Worcester Lodge, Coleford

Medium Route

08:00

FREE-£59

All ages

  • 72 km gravel riding
  • Sat 14 Sep
  • #3 of 3
Worcester Lodge, Coleford

Long Route

08:00

FREE-£59

All ages

  • 97 km gravel riding