LOCATION DETAILS
Gravel Rocks will be based in the iconic grounds around Duncombe Park Estate near to Helmsley.
Directions from the South:
Follow the A1 (North) to junction 49, then the A168 to Thirsk. From here the A170 leads to Sutton Bank and Helmsley – these should be signed. The event will be signed once you enter Helmsley.
Please note that Sutton Bank is notorious for its steep gradient. Anyone in a large vehicle should follow alternative signed routes.
Anyone approaching from the east coast should look for the A170 to Pickering and continue along this road to Helmsley.
Directions from the North:
Follow the A1 (South) from Newcastle/Darlington to junction 49 – signed Thirsk. The A168 then leads to Thirsk.
From here the A170 leads to Sutton Bank and Helmsley – these should be signed. The event will be signed once you enter Helmsley.
Please note that Sutton Bank is notorious for its steep gradient. Anyone in a large vehicle should follow alternative signed routes.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS:
The nearest airport is Newcastle or Leeds Bradford.
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DUNCOMBE PARK
Duncombe Park Estate is the perfect setting for a Gravel Bike Festival.The event village is a couple of minutes outside of Helmsley on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park.
For those non-cyclists who wish to come along to support there is plenty to do within easy reach of the event village. Duncombe Park has a Bird of Prey Centre, riverside/parkland walks and is adjacent to Helmsley Castle and walled gardens.
Helmsley has all facilities including a good range of shops, some great cafes as well as hotels and pubs. Nearby Thirsk has all the major supermarkets, fuel stations and local bike shops.
More information will be available in the Supporters Guide.