Destination Gravel 2026
📍 East Sussex, United Kingdom
North York Moors, Yorkshire, United Kingdom · 12 July 2026
Difficulty: 3/5 — Hard
This 49km gravel race features 786m of climbing over three laps on super smooth trails in the North York Moors, presenting a pure test of leg strength with a sharp 1km climb at the start of each lap. It is designed to favor climbers and all-rounders.
Visit official site →The race is aimed at everyone from elite racers to those wanting a tough challenge, especially strong riders newer to gravel due to its smooth surface.
Riders who are not strong climbers or lack endurance for sustained efforts over rolling terrain with sharp inclines will find this race challenging.
Training should focus on developing climbing endurance, repeating short and sharp power efforts, and sustained riding on rolling terrain.
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Riders race in age categories for both Women's and Open races: 19-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. Podiums are awarded for each category.
This race is for everyone from elite racers to those seeking a tough training goal; its smooth gravel makes it particularly well-suited for strong riders new to gravel racing.
Registration and race number collection are open one hour before each race start: 8am-9am (Women's), 11am-12pm (Open 50+), and 2pm-3pm (Open 19-49).
The race is set in Langdale Forest; full details for reaching the race village will be sent to participants two weeks before the event.
There will be a spectator area within the race village where you can watch riders pass by on each lap.
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