Welsh Ruins
Abbey Wood Retail Park, Filton, Bristol
Oliver Iles
200 km
Summary
215Km cycling event starting from Abbey Wood Retail Park, Filton, Bristol.
Controls at
- Abbey Wood Retail Park
- Goytre Wharf
- Abergavenny
- Abergavenny
- Stoke Gifford - Fox Den PH
- Plus 6 information controls
E-Brevet permitted.
Description
Back for 2026, a 200k Severn Bridge Series GOLD GRIMPEUR AAA-rated event with complimentary refreshments food at the start and a Pub location finish.
Its a very audacious route with 3,750 m of climbing, but breathtaking as it takes you exploring the southern edges of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Its a stunning but lumpy route with plenty of excellent views, exploring some of South Waless less well-known roads.
In the northeast section of the route, you can see 4 Welsh castles to stop, view, and enjoy.
You will stop at the Castles of Abergavenny, Grosmont, Skenfrith Whitecastle.
You can also ride past the entrance to Usk Castle a 100m detour will take you to Clytha Castle if you fancy stopping there.
While the Western Section allows you to climb The Tyla, the least known way up the Blorenge mountain made famous by the Tumble climb. With its 400m of ascent on the little-used traffic-free single track - part of the World Heritage site offering amazing views and scenery - Not to be missed !!!
The South Eastern Loop explores some of the quiet, remote lanes Wales has to offer.
Youll have aáCanal Side Coffee Stop at Goytre Wharf to enjoy before you tackle the first of the two 20% segment climbs in the Lanes of Wales on the day.
The northern section allows you to explore some of the National Cycle Networks traffic-free tarmac routes.
It is an event for experienced Randonneurs, capable of riding long distances in all conditions.
Free finishers patch for all finishers an Event Medal available for purchase £5.00
Full Route Details - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1667207unitskm
Entry on the Line EOL is available - £3 surcharge, payable by card or cash.
This event qualifies as a 200k ride in the Super Rouleur Award - See Details Here - https://audaxwales.com/super-rouleur-award/
FULL EVENT DETAILS AT www.audaxwales.com/events/welsh-ruins/
For updates on all my events this season, follow me on Facebook and Strava via the links below.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/741802059633752/
https://www.strava.com/clubs/576108
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Its a very audacious route with 3,750 m of climbing, but breathtaking as it takes you exploring the southern edges of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Its a stunning but lumpy route with plenty of excellent views, exploring some of South Waless less well-known roads.
In the northeast section of the route, you can see 4 Welsh castles to stop, view, and enjoy.
You will stop at the Castles of Abergavenny, Grosmont, Skenfrith Whitecastle.
You can also ride past the entrance to Usk Castle a 100m detour will take you to Clytha Castle if you fancy stopping there.
While the Western Section allows you to climb The Tyla, the least known way up the Blorenge mountain made famous by the Tumble climb. With its 400m of ascent on the little-used traffic-free single track - part of the World Heritage site offering amazing views and scenery - Not to be missed !!!
The South Eastern Loop explores some of the quiet, remote lanes Wales has to offer.
Youll have aáCanal Side Coffee Stop at Goytre Wharf to enjoy before you tackle the first of the two 20% segment climbs in the Lanes of Wales on the day.
The northern section allows you to explore some of the National Cycle Networks traffic-free tarmac routes.
It is an event for experienced Randonneurs, capable of riding long distances in all conditions.
Free finishers patch for all finishers an Event Medal available for purchase £5.00
Full Route Details - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1667207unitskm
Entry on the Line EOL is available - £3 surcharge, payable by card or cash.
This event qualifies as a 200k ride in the Super Rouleur Award - See Details Here - https://audaxwales.com/super-rouleur-award/
FULL EVENT DETAILS AT www.audaxwales.com/events/welsh-ruins/
For updates on all my events this season, follow me on Facebook and Strava via the links below.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/741802059633752/
https://www.strava.com/clubs/576108
Event Date and Location
This event is now closed
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Date: Sat, 23 May 2026 Add Event to my Personal Calendar
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Time: 07:45 to finish by 22:05
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Distance: 200 km (215 km) in 14h20
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Starting from: Abbey Wood Retail Park, Filton, Bristol
Event Information
Speed:
15-30 km/h
Climb:
3720m
AAA:
3.75
Category:
BR
Body:
Severn Bridge Randonneurs
Audax Points:
2
Event No:
26-851
Facilities
Toilets at Start
GPS files available from organiser
Mudguards not required
Secur(ish) luggage storage at start
Free or reasonably priced refreshments at start &/or finish
Downloads
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