EVENT DETAILS
RUN SUMMARY/FINAL RUN INFORMATION + GPX
Duncombe Park – Helmsley
10th – 12th JULY 2026
Gravel Rocks: A Trail Run Extravaganza for All!
Gravel Rocks welcomes runners of all levels to experience the thrill of trail running amidst the stunning landscapes of Duncombe Park and the North York Moors National Park.
Much of the event route is on private land within Duncombe Park Estate. It is important that there is no running prior to or after the event as this can effect the livelihood of the local community.
FRIDAY NIGHT’S ‘GRAVEL ROCKS IN THE DARK’
- 6km total distance
- 2 short timed segments
- Fully signed route
- Start approx 9:30pm with lights
SATURDAY: THE BIG DAY WITH BIG VIEW AND BIG COUNTRY
- Your selected route 10km, 25km or 35km
- Timed segments on each route – dependent on distance
- Fully signed with course arrows
- Start from 10:00am (final schedule tbc)
- Feed station on route
Both Friday and Saturday’s routes will be signed and timed segment locations will be clearly marked as you approach. Combined times will inform our podium.
RIUNNER CLASSES
Event categories and podium presentations for:
Remember its your combined time from the Timed Segments which count towards your overall podium position
Age Categories (taken from actual age on the day of the Friday event)
18-24 – Open/Female (min age 18)
25-39 – Open/Female
40-49 – Open/Female
50-59 – Open/Female
60 and above – Open/Female
In categories with less than 5 runners we may take the decision to combine with the next lowest age group.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Entry for the weekend includes:
Friday night stage – fully marked
Saturday stage – fully marked
Fully timed segments along the route with splits
Access to bar and catering throughout the weekend – variety of choices and prices
Camping/ Campervan for 2 nights
On site and on course medical cover
Parking for the weekend
Limited edition event sponsor goods – supplied by brands
Access to Event Village and Sponsor Activations and Athlete Talks
Saturday fully stocked on course Feed Station
Toilets/Showers/Fresh Water
Free supporter activities and guide
ACCOMMODATION
The event venue is fully serviced and has plenty of room for riders to remain on site. Fresh water, showers, full catering/ bar and toilets are all on hand.
Campervan/Roof Tent/ Caravans/ Tents etc all welcome at no extra cost.
If you fancy a little more luxury we are also providing the option to stay in your own Teepee in the ‘Gravel Rocks Teepee Village.’ Each unit has carpeting, bedding, lighting, beds etc. More details to follow soon.
Full detail and booking, for accommodation only, link to follow here.
REQUIRED KIT
All runners should carry/wear:
- Trail/Gravel running shoes
- Clothing appropriate to the conditions – you may need a spare top as our ride takes you onto the moors
- Fully charged mobile phone
- Small first aid kit
- GPS of the Friday and Saturday routes (if you have a watch)
- Lights for the Friday – hire options available from Exposure Lights. Link here soon
- Hydration system
- Trail snacks
SUPPORTERS
Why not bring the family along to support?
Supporters come along for free and have access to the event village, entertainment and the full range of facilities plus free activities and activity pack.
Our Supporters Guide will give details of all the things to see and do in the area plus the best locations to cheer on your riders. Free activities will be outlined nearer the time to include a family trail/treasure hunt and suggested easy rides/runs and walks within the estate.
FOOD/ENTERTAINMENT
A full range of catering will be available throughout the weekend with most dietary requirements covered. Please get in touch with us if you have very specific requirements.
Meals will be available to purchase from our caterer throughout the weekend from Friday afternoon until Sunday morning.
Both Friday and Saturday evening will have live entertainment in the main event village plus brand activities.
FINAL RUNNER INFORMATION/GPX
Final Runner Information will be downloadable here prior to the event date and will be sent out, with gpx links, via the event newsletter.
Much of the event route is on private land within Duncombe Park Estate. It is important that there is no riding prior to or after the event, as this can affect the livelihood of the local community.
FINAL RUNNER INFORMATION, FINAL GPX AND BRIEFING AVAILABLE HERE 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT
TIMING AND RESULTS
Runners will be issued with a timing chip at registration alongside their rider number, both should remain on the bike for the full weekend. Timing chips will be collected on Saturday after the finish.
Runners are responsible for returning the timing chips at the end of Saturday’s stage or earlier if they retire. Loss or damage to timing chips will incur a cost to the rider.
Results will be displayed by class a short time after the last runner crosses the line.
EVENT SCHEDULE
FRIDAY (to be confirmed):
12:00 – Event Village Opens
13:00 – Registration Opens
13:00 – Catering/Bar Opens
17:00 – Warm Up Loop Opens
19:30 – Music
20:00 – Warm Up Loop Closes
21:30 approx – Night Stage Starts
22:30 – Night Stage Closes
23:00 – All Quiet
SATURDAY (to be confirmed):
07:30 – Registration/Catering Opens
10:00 – 11:00 – Stage Start Opens (depending on route)
EVENT SCHEDULE – CONT
SATURDAY – cont:
12:00 – Catering/Bar Opens
18:00 – Saturday Stage Closes
19:00 – Prize Giving
20:00 – Music from DJ, socialising and celebrating
21:00 – Live Music
00:00 – All Quiet
SUNDAY:
07:30 – Food vendors open
09:30 – Social Rides and Runs
13:00 – Event Village Closes