ESSEX GRAVEL X
From Glorious Gravel
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 08:00
- Location Brentwood, Kelvedon Hatch, Essex
- Price £62.72
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the ESSEX GRAVEL X, organized by Glorious Gravel! Taking place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in the picturesque setting of Brentwood, Kelvedon Hatch, Essex, this event promises a fantastic escape into the lush countryside just outside of London. Riders will enjoy a well-designed route that features a delightful mix of small country lanes, hidden bridleways, and beautiful sections of The Essex Way.
The ESSEX GRAVEL X offers two fantastic race distances, catering to gravel riders of all abilities. With a long route estimated to take between 3.5 to 5.5 hours and a medium route designed for ease, participants can expect a rolling terrain that flows smoothly without any major climbs. Approximately 40% of the ride will be off-road, showcasing a blend of smooth gravel and farm tracks, ensuring a thrilling experience while soaking in the stunning surroundings. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to gravel biking, this event is the perfect opportunity to explore the serene beauty of Essex. Don't miss out on this exciting day of cycling camaraderie and adventure!
The ESSEX GRAVEL X offers two fantastic race distances, catering to gravel riders of all abilities. With a long route estimated to take between 3.5 to 5.5 hours and a medium route designed for ease, participants can expect a rolling terrain that flows smoothly without any major climbs. Approximately 40% of the ride will be off-road, showcasing a blend of smooth gravel and farm tracks, ensuring a thrilling experience while soaking in the stunning surroundings. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to gravel biking, this event is the perfect opportunity to explore the serene beauty of Essex. Don't miss out on this exciting day of cycling camaraderie and adventure!
ESSEX GRAVEL X
Sat 17th May 2025
Organiser's Description
Given its proximity to London’s urban sprawl the Essex countryside offers a surprising escape into quiet countryside and wide open green spaces that are ideal for exploring on a gravel bike.
Our route takes in a mixture of small country lanes interspersed with hidden bridleways and byways as we ride on sections of The Essex Way. With its relatively flat terrain and an even mix of road and off road sections this is one of our easier gravel rides in terms of technical difficulty and is suitable for riders of all abilities.
RIDE HIGHLIGHTS:
Just outside London but very quiet backroads and trails through picturesque villages and lovely countryside.
Ride parts of the Essex Way & local gravel trails.
A fast course suitable for gravel riders of all abilities with a balance of backroads and gravel sections.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The route is on rolling terrain but no major climbs. 40% of the ride is off road on a mix of smooth gravel and farm tracks, suitable for riders of all abilities. Expect the long route to take 3.5 to 5.5 hours.
RIDE DIFFICULTY
Out of all our rides, this is one of the most straight forward with no major climbs. The route is rolling and flows well in this lovely corner of Essex.
Long Route **
Medium Route *
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY
60% of the route is on tarmac on some great back roads. The off road sections are a mix of gravel & hard packed mud. When wet, this could have big puddles and sections may be slippy but in the dry this is a route with few terrain challenges.
Long Route **
Medium Route **
TYRE & BIKE RECOMMENDATIONS
This route is designed for gravel bikes but you will be fine on a hardtail MTB. We do send out tyre recommendations closer to the time. Unless it’s very wet, a standard gravel all-rounder tyre (35-45mm) will be ideal.
EVENT PROGRAM
15th May: GPX files and pre ride briefing sent by email to each rider.
17th May: 7.45am: Ride village at the Secret Nuclear Bunker opens. Collecting your ride number takes approx 10 mins.
17th May: 8am to 8,45amm: Ride start. We will give you a short ride briefing and set you off in small groups.
17th May: 6pm: Rider village closes.
17th May: 7pm: Link to ride times & rider photos sent to each participant by email.
Our route takes in a mixture of small country lanes interspersed with hidden bridleways and byways as we ride on sections of The Essex Way. With its relatively flat terrain and an even mix of road and off road sections this is one of our easier gravel rides in terms of technical difficulty and is suitable for riders of all abilities.
RIDE HIGHLIGHTS:
Just outside London but very quiet backroads and trails through picturesque villages and lovely countryside.
Ride parts of the Essex Way & local gravel trails.
A fast course suitable for gravel riders of all abilities with a balance of backroads and gravel sections.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The route is on rolling terrain but no major climbs. 40% of the ride is off road on a mix of smooth gravel and farm tracks, suitable for riders of all abilities. Expect the long route to take 3.5 to 5.5 hours.
RIDE DIFFICULTY
Out of all our rides, this is one of the most straight forward with no major climbs. The route is rolling and flows well in this lovely corner of Essex.
Long Route **
Medium Route *
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY
60% of the route is on tarmac on some great back roads. The off road sections are a mix of gravel & hard packed mud. When wet, this could have big puddles and sections may be slippy but in the dry this is a route with few terrain challenges.
Long Route **
Medium Route **
TYRE & BIKE RECOMMENDATIONS
This route is designed for gravel bikes but you will be fine on a hardtail MTB. We do send out tyre recommendations closer to the time. Unless it’s very wet, a standard gravel all-rounder tyre (35-45mm) will be ideal.
EVENT PROGRAM
15th May: GPX files and pre ride briefing sent by email to each rider.
17th May: 7.45am: Ride village at the Secret Nuclear Bunker opens. Collecting your ride number takes approx 10 mins.
17th May: 8am to 8,45amm: Ride start. We will give you a short ride briefing and set you off in small groups.
17th May: 6pm: Rider village closes.
17th May: 7pm: Link to ride times & rider photos sent to each participant by email.
Races
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Essex Gravel X - Long Route
Sat 17th May 2025 (08:00)
£62.72
Booking for more than 1? -
Essex Gravel X - Medium Route
Sat 17th May 2025 (08:00)
£62.72
Booking for more than 1?
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