Stone Circle Gravel Festival
ExtremeWeekend gravel festival in southern England with routes passing Stonehenge and the Imber Ranges. The event offers 80, 130, 220 and 340 km routes plus camping and a festival base.
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▌ Weekend gravel festival in southern England with routes passing Stonehenge and the Imber Ranges
Europe gravel event organized by Stone Circle
12 SCORING DIMENSIONS
EFFORT MATRIX
EXPERIENCE MATRIX
GREEN FLAGS
- [+]340 km of extreme gravel through Wiltshire, England
- [+]Organized by Stone Circle
- [+]Varied terrain: Gravel, Military Tracks, Country Roads
- [+]European gravel-festival culture (post-ride food / beer scene)
RED FLAGS
- [!]Ultra distance — needs serious training base
- [!]Extreme rating — only attempt with prior ultra experience
- [!]Peak summer — heat + sun exposure are real
- [!]Details not yet verified — confirm via official site
- [!]Elevation profile not confirmed — assume the worst
RIDER FIT
Built for hours in the saddle — your distance
Limited use for pure climbers
Ultra format = guided adventure with timing chips
Self-supported format suits bikepacking instincts
Smoother surfaces let raw speed talk
Single-day pace suits crit-style riders less here
Distance like this rewards patience. The riders who win the last 30% are the ones who saved matches in the first 60%.
TIRE INTEL
Mixed gravel with no extreme demands — go for rolling speed.
WEATHER PLAYBOOK
Wiltshire, England in mid-summer (June): expect mild conditions — pack for variable weather. Always check 7-day forecast race week and pack a packable shell.
PACING PLAYBOOK
Sit in. Let the start sort itself out. Pace by feel, not by rivals.
Where the field shatters. Stick to your power numbers, not the surge.
Save one match. The last 20% is where placement is decided.
WHAT TO FEAR
- [!01]Mental low point on the long, lonely middle section
INSIDER INTEL
“European gravel has a different rhythm — the long lunch stops, the espresso at km 60, the post-race beer that lasts hours. Stone Circle Gravel Festival captures that perfectly.”
RACE LOGISTICS
Standard aid stations every 30-50 km with food, water, and basic mechanical help.
- +Timing chip + bib
- +Course markings + GPX
- +Aid station nutrition + water
- -Spare tubes / tubeless plugs
- -Lodging
- -Drop bag transport (unless specified)
Book 6+ months ahead for big events. Check the race partner-hotel list for discounts.
Often the best value for groups. Search the wider race region, not just the start town.
Many gravel events offer on-site camping for a small fee. Check race FAQ.
- ▸Carry at least one tube + plug kit even with tubeless. Mechanical bad luck is the #1 DNF cause.
TRAVEL OPS
Stone Circle Gravel Festival is a quality europe event — great if you're nearby or want to explore the region.