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Join thousands of riders in the King’s Forest taking part in the ultimate gravel festival. Host to the inaugural British Gravel Championships as well as live music and camping, this weekend is the ultimate celebration of all-things gravel.
Men's Gravel Race (U60), Men's Gravel Race (60+), Women's Gravel Race (U60), and 3 more
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Sun, 19 Sept 2021
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West Stow, United Kingdom
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Location
Wideham Farm, Icklingham Rd, West Stow, Bury Saint Edmunds IP28 6HE, UK
Start times
Sunday, 19 Sept 2021
Men's Gravel Race (U60): 9:00 amMen's Gravel Race (60+): 9:00 amWomen's Gravel Race (U60): 9:00 amWomen's Gravel Race (60+): 9:00 amGravel Fondo (Long Course): 2:00 pmGravel Fondo (Short Course): 2:00 pm
Event summary
Here are the distances available for King's Cup Gravel Festival
Men's Gravel Race (U60)
78km
£65
Men's Gravel Race (60+)
52km
£65
Women's Gravel Race (U60)
78km
£65
Gravel Fondo (Long Course)
78km
£55
Route information
Tackle multiple surfaces including hard packed gravel, loose chipping gravel, grass, dirt and sand.
The routes are 100% off road and take in a beautiful route around King’s Forest. The tracks allow for bunch racing and overtaking, which makes the whole race exciting from start to finish.
The number of laps determines race length with each lap equalling 26km, each lap ends with a Pit Stop with both food and mechanical support available.
King’s Cup Gravel Festival and British Gravel Championships
Full route details will be published closer to the event date.
Gravel Race & Gran Fondo
Both routes start the off taking the same route, with riders enjoying fast, hard-packed pebble gravel and some loose chippings for the first 4k. The next 1k will see riders taken through the woodland where the track enjoys the benefit of vehicle tracks with a grassy surface between.
After 5k, the route deviates from the TT route. For 4k riders are taken through the woodlands over a mix of pea gravel, grass, and hard-packed sand. The route rejoins the TT route for a fast and furious stint on hard-packed chippings again.
The route turns left onto wide, grass tracks a bit, taking riders to the 15k mark, after which riders get back onto the TT route. The final stretch of the Icknield Way has a predominance of loose sand on its uneven surface. There is a change of surface from sand to grass as riders re-enter the arena.
Depending on the event category and age group riders will complete this lap 2-3 times.
- Gravel Race - Women = 2 laps
- Gravel Race - Men U60 = 3 laps, 60+ = 2 laps
- Gravel Fondo - Short Course = 2 laps, Long Course = 3 laps
*Detailed route maps will be available closer to the event date.
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What's included
- Fully-marked and marshalled route
- Finishers medal
- Electronic chip timing and results service
- Number board
- Event programme & route map
- Water/Food station
- Mechanical support
- Event photography (provided by Sportograf)
- Emergency support
- Officiating team
- On-site catering and bar tent
- Live Music
- Parking
- Podium presentations (for category winners)
- Professional commentary
How to get there
Wideham Farm, Icklingham Rd, West Stow, Bury Saint Edmunds IP28 6HE, UK
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Official Event Parking will be available for cash only (£5 per day). There is no extra charge if you are camping.
Camping Information
Stay locally or within the Event Camping throughout the weekend and take advantage of the whole festival experience. Come and watch other events, bring the kids to join in or even take part in multiple events.
The Camping area is perfectly situated within the heart of the festival. Staying within Event Camping makes you just a stone throw away from the Event HQ. Soak up the atmosphere throughout the whole weekend, get up fresh and avoid early morning travelling.
Join us in your caravan, tent or even campervan and enjoy a weekend away with friends and family. Within the campsite, you’ll find showers and toilet facilities, drinking water.
Camping will be bookable as part of your event registration.
Event day logistics
09:00 Men's & Women's Gravel Races Starts
14:00 Gravel Fondo Starts
Final Event Information will be available approximately 2 weeks before the Festival.
Age Requirements
The minimum ages for entry to each race are listed below:
- Men's & Women's Gravel race - 19 years old
- Gravel Fondo - 14 years old (riders U18 must ride with an adult)
Start Gates
Start gate opening times will be available in the rider manual. Start gates are filled on a first come first served basis (arrive early and you’ll be at the front of your start gate).
Cut-Off Time
There will be a cut-off time for the final lap, in which riders will be offered support. More information will be available in the Rider Manual.
Kit List
- All bikes are permitted and welcomed.
- In the Time Trial (and Team Relay) tri-bars are permitted, E-bikes are not
- Tri-bars are not permitted in the Gravel Race and Gravel Fondo events.
- E-bikes are permitted in the Gravel Fondo, but not in the Gravel Race.
FAQs
Do I need a race license or to be associated with a club to enter the King's Cup Gravel Festival?
No. You do not need a race licence or to be associated with a club to take part in any of the King's Cup Gravel Festival Events.
Will there be specific COVID-19 health and safety measures in place at the King's Cup Gravel Festival
Yes. There will be COVID-19 health and social-distancing measures in place, consistent with government regulations at the time of the event. Face masks, temperature checks, and COVID-19 symptom questionnaires are all required.
Detailed regulations and information regarding COVID-19 procedures will be published shortly before the event date.
What is available at the Pit Stops at the King's Cup Gravel Festival?
Energy products, fruit, sweet and savoury baked goods are all available within the Pit Stops. Pit Stops cater for Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free. There is also water, toilet facilities, and medical services available.
What are the Masters age groups for the King's Cup Gravel Festival?
Ages groups are split into 19-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ and are defined by riders’ age on December 31st of the year of the event.
How are the Gravel Race podium positions determined?
The first three riders over the finish line in each age group determine Gravel Race podium positions.
Which event should I enter to compete in the British Gravel Championships at the King's Cup Gravel Festival?
Both Men's and Women's Gravel race are part of the British Gravel Championships. The Men’s and Women’s Gravel Race is split into individual Masters age group races. Each have their own start pen, start time and officiating team. Each age group has a specific distance, which must be completed to be included in the results and also be in with the chance of winning the British Gravel Champion title.
Can a group attending the King's Cup Gravel Festival together, all ride together?
The Gravel Race gates are split into Masters age group pens so you will have to start in separate pens if in different age groups. If you’re riding in the Gravel Fondo, all you need to do is add a Team / Club Name in to your entry and all riders with you will be grouped together in the start waves.
What should I do if I get a mechanical fault during a race at the King's Cup Gravel Festival?
Riders must be self-sufficient while on the course, but assistance will be available at the official Pit Stop.
When will I have to pay my entry fee for the King's Cup Gravel Festival?
Registration will open approx. 3-4 weeks before the event. If you have pre-registered (and are eligible for a discount) you will receive an email before entries go live.
What happens with pre-registrations for the King's Cup Gravel Festival?
If you have pre-registered for the 2020 event, this pre-registration will carry over and remain valid for 2021.
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