Glorious Gravel – Sherwood Forest Gravel Epic

Glorious Gravel – Sherwood Forest Gravel Epic is a mid-summer gravel sportive taking place around Clipstone in northern Nottinghamshire on 11 July 2026. The event offers three route distances (Long, Medium and Short) that travel across fire roads, forest trails and quiet back roads through Sherwood Forest, with roughly 70–80% off-road on most options. The routes are designed for riders of varying abilities, emphasising rolling terrain with limited long climbs and a single notable punchy ascent on the long route.

The ride village opens early at Sherwood MX with a start window for riders and fully signed routes supported by GPX files issued in advance. On-course support includes staffed checkpoints with food and drink, on-site mechanics and rider support vans, and a relaxed finish area with food trucks and beer; camping is available the night before at Sherwood Farm Park MX. Pre-ride briefings and GPX distribution are scheduled in the days before the event to help riders prepare and plan their chosen route.