Stone Circle Weekender

Cruise over American-style hero gravel on the Imber Ranges and gasp in awe at famous ancient historical sites you only find on this side of the Atlantic. Our route setter Dan doesn’t just design the routes, he obsesses over them! For 2025, he’s created the perfect challenge for everyone…

THE JESTER – NEW ROUTE FOR 2025

80 km | 1,000m | 70% Gravel and Singletrack | 1 Feed Station

For those lifting the mood and bringing maximum fun. Named after the vital court jesters who kept the spirits high at Old Sarum fort in Medieval times. It’s not all fun and games for the jesters however, as they were also brought into battle whether they liked it or not!

THE REBEL – NEW ROUTE FOR 2025

130 km | 1,800m | 80% Gravel and Singletrack | 3 Feed Stations

For the adventure seekers who don’t play by the rules. Eleanor of Aquitaine was said to have been held prisoner at Old Sarum fort by Henry II for her involvement in rebellions by their sons. Break out of the fort and embark on your own personal power struggle, but be sure to make it back before sundown!

THE BASTARD – THE ROUTE OF LEGENDS

220 km | 2,500m | 75% Gravel and Singletrack | 4 Feed Stations

It was at Old Sarum in 1086, that William the Conqueror received oaths of fealty, solidifying his control over England. Illegitimate William was also known by his legitimate nickname… can you conquer ‘The Bastard’?

Exact route info and GPX files will be shared with entrants within two sunrises of the event (48 hours).

SHAKEDOWN RIDE

Get into the festival spirit by warming your legs up on our shakedown ride.

Take in some views of Salisbury Plain on an easy short loop, returning to the Festival Fort with plenty of time to relax with a beer before getting ready for the Friday Night Hill Climb.

FRIDAY NIGHT (FANCY DRESS) HILLCLIMB

Fun fun fun! This was a big favourite in 2024. With a Le Mans style start, the fun begins even before you’ve mounted your bike. Then it’s a short sharp climb back up to the Festival Fort where our winners will be crowned – but they won’t necessarily be the fastest riders up the hill. We’ll have prizes for best costume and more.

Entry is included with your ticket, but don’t worry if hill climbs or costumes are not your thing – it’s totally optional.

REGISTRATION, EXPO, BEER, PIZZA & DJ

Dance if you want to. Drink if you want to. Eat pizza if you want to. Hang out in the Festival Fort with friends old and new. Check out some of the very best gravel bling from our carefully selected partners. Grab your rider number at registration and get your head down at either our convenient on-site camping option, local accommodation or head home if you’re a local and prefer your own bed.

HANGOVER RIDE

The day after the night before. A short leg loosener where you can relive fables, stories and lessons learnt on your epic ride through history with your fellow riders. Refuel for your journey home with coffee and breakfast available at the Festival Fort, and start making plans for next year.

SUNRISE YOGA*

Yoga is about 5,000 years old, which is the same age as Stonehenge. If the gap year had been invented in Neolithic times, perhaps yoga would have made it to these shores before the 1960’s. If after a long Saturday in the saddle, the last thing on your mind is more bike riding (we don’t blame you), then join us at the Festival Fort as we praise the sunrise with a guided yoga session. Very demure, very mindful.

*Not actually at sunrise. We’re not that cruel.

NOW GO HOME!

No, seriously. We need to clear the site by 10am so please, read the title of this section. Thanks, love you, see you next year.

FESTIVAL FORT
This is what we call our event HQ at the ancient English Heritage site of Old Sarum Hill Fort. With stunning views over the Wiltshire landscape, you can see why we chose this as our festival headquarters. Here you’ll find everything you need from camping and parking to event registration and the start and finish line. There’s lots to do all weekend long, so get down and make a weekend of it. Family and friends who don’t ride bikes can join us for group-led local walks and runs. There’s activities for kids (and big kids too), hot food available and cold beer aplenty with party vibes from our resident DJ Lisame.

SECURE BIKE PARKING – NEW FOR 2025
New for 2025, we’re introducing a dedicated secure bike parking compound. Keep your wheels under wraps with ticketed entry and exit, our new secure bike parking is monitored around the clock by a team of security humans. More details to follow.

There’s plenty of local accommodation options for those who prefer four walls, or keep the vibes going all weekend by staying onsite at the Festival Fort in Old Sarum with our brilliant on-site camping options.

Campsite access wristbands are purchased per person and are required for each camping option, giving you access to facilities including toilets, hot showers, and water for both Friday and Saturday night.