Sun 24 May 2026 Swanage, Dorset, UK

Dorset Gravel Dash

100 miles in one go, or a shorter, one-day challenge. You can expect every variation of terrain Dorset has, from fast rolling back roads, dusty heathlands, woodland singletrack, and lots of gravel.

2 races

  • Sun 24 May
  • #1 of 2
The Square & Compass, Swanage

1 Day Kinesis Dorset Gravel Dash 100 Mile

07:00

Age 18 & over

£50

  • 100 miles gravel riding
  • Sun 24 May
  • #2 of 2
The Square & Compass, Swanage

1 Day Kinesis Dorset Gravel Dash 100km

07:00

Age 18 & over

£50

  • 100 km gravel riding

Event overview

This is the original gravel challenge. The Dorset Gravel Dash was the first Gravel specific event in the UK, now in its 14th year.

Your epic day out concludes with a hearty cheer as you roll into the garden of a charming coastal pub. In fact, the Square & Compass has a worldwide reputation and has appeared in every CAMRA Good Beer Guide ever published!

Event details

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Free venue entry
  • Spectators

Location

  • Bar
  • BBQ
  • Paid parking
  • Rural
  • Toilets

Races at event

  • Sun 24 May
  • #1 of 2
The Square & Compass, Swanage
1 Day Kinesis Dorset Gravel Dash 100 Mile

07:00

Age 18 & over

£50

  • 100 miles gravel riding
  • Sun 24 May
  • #2 of 2
The Square & Compass, Swanage
1 Day Kinesis Dorset Gravel Dash 100km

07:00

Age 18 & over

£50

  • 100 km gravel riding

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