Date: May, 2026
Location: Cambrian Mountains & Elan Valley, Wales
Event Type: Gravel Adventure & Campout
Event Description
Wild Wales Gravel Campout is a gravel cycling experience and outdoor gathering set deep in the Cambrian Mountains and Elan Valley — one of the UK’s most untamed and scenic landscapes. Part gravel ride, part wilderness retreat, this event brings riders into the heart of central Wales for a weekend of exploration, campfire camaraderie, and unforgettable two-wheeled adventure.
Riders of all levels are invited to discover the diverse terrain that defines Welsh gravel: quiet backroads, sweeping fire trails, forest tracks, and rugged flow lines that are as remote as they are rewarding. The region’s characteristic hills and valleys create a series of dynamic rides that blend climbing with fast, flowing gravel sections, framed by open moorland, hidden forests, and vast reservoir views.
True to its name, the Wild Wales Gravel Campout is as much about community and connection as it is about the ride. Participants set up camp in a beautiful, secluded location that becomes home base for the weekend. Evenings are spent around the campfire, sharing stories, food, and the simple joys of outdoor life. At sunrise, riders head out together — or at their own pace — into terrain that feels both ancient and alive.
This event is ideal for riders seeking an immersive bikepacking-style experience without the pressure of racing. There are no strict time limits or finish-line results; the focus is on exploration, challenge, and shared experiences with fellow riders under Wales’s wide skies.
Wild Wales Gravel Campout also features workshops, social sessions, and optional guided rides that help participants learn new skills, discover the local landscape, and connect on and off the bike. Whether tackling a long ride through remote valleys or enjoying a gentle pedal through forested trails, the event delivers a weekend of gravel riding that feels both wild and welcoming.
Wild Wales Gravel Campout — camp under stars, ride remote terrain, and discover the raw beauty of Welsh gravel.
