The Gravel Rally 2026

Eryri Natl Park
May 1st–4th 2026

#THEGRAVELRALLY2026

The Gravel Rally is a brutal micro-adventure that grounds you in the raw, untamed landscapes and the historic terrain of the Eryri National Park in North Wales, famed for its pristine beauty and wild nature. Inspired by over 80 years of rallying heritage that has reverberated through the mountains and forests, this rally is a true tribute to tradition.Riders are faced with two route options and an optional Night Stage.


Choose World Class to enter the Night Stage paired with either our Long or Short Day Stages.


Choose Continental for Long or Short Day Stages only.


The Night Stage is an 11 mile Time Trial through the dark forest of Gwydir, where you and your navigational skills will be tested by gravel access roads and technical single track, accompanied by your fellow riders and their lights through the night sky.


The Long Route sees you faced with 85 miles of the most breathtaking riding this country has to offer along with 8 timed Sectors and Transitional Stages inbetween. Rally the Sectors, recover and catch up with mates on the Transitions. A day to be remembered for years to come.

The Short Route sees you faced with 59 miles of the most breathtaking riding this country has to offer along with 6 timed Sectors and Transitional Stages inbetween. Rally the Sectors, recover and catch up with mates on the Transitions. Make no mistake, the Short Route is no easy feat.

Whether you choose the Full or Short Route, prepare to dig deep and embrace a journey that’s as hearty as it is unforgettable. Nothing worth doing is ever easy.

 

LONG ROUTE

84 mi • 10,210 ft

136 km • 3,122 m
8 timed sectors

SHORT ROUTE

58 mi • 6,939 ft

94 km • 2,115 m
6 timed sectors

NIGHT STAGE

11 mi • 1,276 ft

18 km • 389 m


Schedule

FRIDAY 1st MAY 2026

Optional Arrive and chill

SATURDAY 2nd MAY 2026

10am - 6pm Sign On and Rider Briefing
9pm - Night Stage Start

SUNDAY 3rd MAY 2026

8am - Long and Short Day Stages Start
5pm - Beers and Stories

6:30pm - Award Presentation followed by our resident DJ playing music into the evening. Time to sit back and bask in the afterglow of your achievements!

MONDAY 4th May 2026

Either head home or give us a hand packing up, your choice!


Route Choices

WORLD CLASS

Tackle The Night Stage plus the Long Course and all 8 timed sectors within, or The Night Stage plus the Short Course and its 6 timed sectors within.

CONTINENTAL CLASS

Ride the Day Stages only and pick between the Long Course or the Short Course and their respective sectors within.


Location

Rally HQ Location

Clwb Rygbi Nant Conwy, Pant Y Carw, Llanrwst LL26 0PW.

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Camping

We offer bookable camping spots on-site at the Clwb Rygbi Nant Conwy. Weekend passes for tents, campervans, and motorhomes are available on a first come first served basis with limited spots available. Booking can be found on the entry page.

There are plenty of camp sites and hotels in the local area, but remember to book in advance as peak season and bank holidays in the National Park can be very busy.


Exposure Light Hire

The Night Stage will pit you against a fast paced time trail around parts of Gwydir Forest Park, where rallying echoes through the trees. A test of navigation and skill awaits. Grab yourself a set of the finest cycling lights on the market and #OWNTHENIGHT

Details TBC


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