Wessex Gravel Epic
GG
From Glorious Gravel
Saturday 10th May 2025
Past event
08:00
Frome, Frome
£62.72 · 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for the Wessex Gravel Epic, an exhilarating cycling event organized by Glorious Gravel, taking place on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, in the picturesque town of Frome, Somerset. This exciting adventure showcases the stunning landscapes of Somerset and Wiltshire, offering participants a unique opportunity to explore relatively uncharted territory while cycling through breathtaking bluebell woods and along smooth gravel trails. With three route options available—short, medium, and long—cyclists can choose their own adventure, with the long route covering a challenging distance that promises to be a thrilling 5-7 hours of varied terrain, including climbs and descents that will leave you in awe of the countryside views.
Join fellow cycling enthusiasts at the ride village located at the Frome Cheese Show, where you can collect your ride number and soak up the vibrant atmosphere before setting off on your journey. Expect a day filled with epic climbs, sharp descents, and a plethora of scenic trails, all while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow riders. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event—mark your calendars for May 10th and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!
Join fellow cycling enthusiasts at the ride village located at the Frome Cheese Show, where you can collect your ride number and soak up the vibrant atmosphere before setting off on your journey. Expect a day filled with epic climbs, sharp descents, and a plethora of scenic trails, all while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow riders. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event—mark your calendars for May 10th and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime!
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Wessex Gravel Epic - Long Route
Entries closed08:00
£62.72
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Wessex Gravel Epic - Medium Route
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Wessex Gravel Epic - Short Route
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£62.72
Event information
LONG ROUTE
An epic west country ride!
The first off road section comes quick, and it gradually climbs you up to the first vista over White Sheet Castle. The route then works it’s way directly through farm and forest tracks (watch out for the cows).
The middle half of the route provides some respite with some rolling hills and some quiet lanes on the road. The final climb leads to some of the best views of the route before a fast descent back to HQ.
MEDIUM ROUTE
A punchy medium route but suitable for most riders.
Leaving the start at the Frome Cheese Show, the 66km medium route follows the long route for the first 28km.
At the split, we stay on the ridgeway for another 5km before a fast and fun off road descent before 10km on the flat tarmac to get your legs ready for one final gravel climb taking in some of the best views on the ride and a quick last 10km home
SHORT ROUTE
The short route follows the medium route for the first 25km and then branches off missing 16km and a couple of small climbs making this an ideal route through the bluebell woods and ridges of this part of South England.
An epic west country ride!
The first off road section comes quick, and it gradually climbs you up to the first vista over White Sheet Castle. The route then works it’s way directly through farm and forest tracks (watch out for the cows).
The middle half of the route provides some respite with some rolling hills and some quiet lanes on the road. The final climb leads to some of the best views of the route before a fast descent back to HQ.
MEDIUM ROUTE
A punchy medium route but suitable for most riders.
Leaving the start at the Frome Cheese Show, the 66km medium route follows the long route for the first 28km.
At the split, we stay on the ridgeway for another 5km before a fast and fun off road descent before 10km on the flat tarmac to get your legs ready for one final gravel climb taking in some of the best views on the ride and a quick last 10km home
SHORT ROUTE
The short route follows the medium route for the first 25km and then branches off missing 16km and a couple of small climbs making this an ideal route through the bluebell woods and ridges of this part of South England.
Fully Signed Route
Our team work tirelessly to create the best gravel routes in the UK. All courses are fully signed so you can just enjoy the ride.
Checkpoints with proper food
An epic ride deserves proper support. We have tea, coffee and cake at the first feed and sandwiches & crisps at the main feed. Checkpoints are approx every 30-35km
Accurate GPX Files
A few days before the ride, we will send GPX files for all of the route options so you can follow the course on your GPS as well as the signs.
Mechanics Available
At the rider village & at selected feed stops we have mechanics available to help with any bike issues. We also have spare inner tubes, CO2 & more.
Rider Support Vans
We are here to make sure you have a great day on the gravel. If you have any major mechanicals or need collecting, support vehicles are a phone call away.
Beer at Finish Line
You will be greeted at the finish line with a beer & food available from our food truck. Perfect to chat about your day with fellow riders.
Our team work tirelessly to create the best gravel routes in the UK. All courses are fully signed so you can just enjoy the ride.
Checkpoints with proper food
An epic ride deserves proper support. We have tea, coffee and cake at the first feed and sandwiches & crisps at the main feed. Checkpoints are approx every 30-35km
Accurate GPX Files
A few days before the ride, we will send GPX files for all of the route options so you can follow the course on your GPS as well as the signs.
Mechanics Available
At the rider village & at selected feed stops we have mechanics available to help with any bike issues. We also have spare inner tubes, CO2 & more.
Rider Support Vans
We are here to make sure you have a great day on the gravel. If you have any major mechanicals or need collecting, support vehicles are a phone call away.
Beer at Finish Line
You will be greeted at the finish line with a beer & food available from our food truck. Perfect to chat about your day with fellow riders.
The Wessex Gravel Epic starts at the Frome Cheese Show in Frome – about 30 mins south of Bath or 45 mins West of Salisbury.
The nearest town is Frome but Warminster is also nearby. These towns have plenty of accommodation options.
There is a train station in Frome approx 3.5 miles away.
The nearest town is Frome but Warminster is also nearby. These towns have plenty of accommodation options.
There is a train station in Frome approx 3.5 miles away.
Organiser's description
A west country epic! This relatively unexplored area of Somerset and Wiltshire is a must visit. The route is full of climbs that lead to long ridgeways & stunning views across Cranbourne Chase.
This ride takes places during bluebell season and we have a great section through flower filled woods & some glorious flowy sections along the ridges. A few of the climbs are challenging but the descents make it more than worthwhile.
Camping available on Friday night at the ride village.
RIDE HIGHLIGHTS:
Ride through bluebell woods on smooth gravel trails.
Take on some punchy climbs with epic views over the best countryside in Hampshire & Wiltshire.
Finish on the private gravel roads of Frome Cheese Show.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect a lot of variety on this ride – smooth gravel, hard packed mud in the woods, tough climbs, sharp descents & long flowing sections.
You can choose which route you do on the day with three distances available. The long route should take 5-7 hours so it’s a big day on the bike.
RIDE DIFFICULTY
All three route options are fairly punchy with a number of climbs to get over. The short & medium routes have one flat section to recover, the long route has two flat sections (both about 10km). Other than that, it’s up and down for the rest of the day.
Long Route ****
Medium Route ***
Short Route **
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY
The long route is 55% off road on a real mix of surfaces from smooth gravel, lumpier gravel, grass, singletrack & hard packed mud in the woods.
Long Route ***
Medium Route ***
Short 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. Even though there is a fair amount of tarmac, we would suggest a wider all-rounder gravel tyre (40-50mm will be ideal).
EVENT PROGRAM
8th May: GPX files and pre ride briefing sent by email to each rider.
10th May: 7.45am: Ride village at Frome Cheese Show opens. Collecting your ride number takes approx 10 mins.
10th May: 8am to 8,45amm: Ride start. We will give you a short ride briefing and set you off in small groups.
10th May: 6pm: Rider village closes.
10th May: 7pm: Link to ride times & rider photos sent to each participant by email
This ride takes places during bluebell season and we have a great section through flower filled woods & some glorious flowy sections along the ridges. A few of the climbs are challenging but the descents make it more than worthwhile.
Camping available on Friday night at the ride village.
RIDE HIGHLIGHTS:
Ride through bluebell woods on smooth gravel trails.
Take on some punchy climbs with epic views over the best countryside in Hampshire & Wiltshire.
Finish on the private gravel roads of Frome Cheese Show.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect a lot of variety on this ride – smooth gravel, hard packed mud in the woods, tough climbs, sharp descents & long flowing sections.
You can choose which route you do on the day with three distances available. The long route should take 5-7 hours so it’s a big day on the bike.
RIDE DIFFICULTY
All three route options are fairly punchy with a number of climbs to get over. The short & medium routes have one flat section to recover, the long route has two flat sections (both about 10km). Other than that, it’s up and down for the rest of the day.
Long Route ****
Medium Route ***
Short Route **
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY
The long route is 55% off road on a real mix of surfaces from smooth gravel, lumpier gravel, grass, singletrack & hard packed mud in the woods.
Long Route ***
Medium Route ***
Short 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. Even though there is a fair amount of tarmac, we would suggest a wider all-rounder gravel tyre (40-50mm will be ideal).
EVENT PROGRAM
8th May: GPX files and pre ride briefing sent by email to each rider.
10th May: 7.45am: Ride village at Frome Cheese Show opens. Collecting your ride number takes approx 10 mins.
10th May: 8am to 8,45amm: Ride start. We will give you a short ride briefing and set you off in small groups.
10th May: 6pm: Rider village closes.
10th May: 7pm: Link to ride times & rider photos sent to each participant by email
Location
BA11 5ES
The Old Cheese Show Field Orchard, Frome, UK
Wessex Gravel Epic
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