Sun 14 Jun 2026 Port Talbot, West Glamorgan, UK

Dragon Ride | Cymru Classic charity places

The iconic Welsh cycling sportive is set to take place in 2026, offering participants the chance to tackle some of the most stunning and challenging routes in South Wales.

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  • Sun 14 Jun 2026
Margam Country Park, Port Talbot
Cymru Classic

00:00

Age 16 & over

£70-£299

  • 98 km road cycling + 1354 m ascent

Event overview

Dragon Ride has long been regarded as one of the UK’s toughest and most beautiful cycling events, with routes that traverse the scenic Brecon Beacons and beyond. The 2026 edition promises to uphold this legacy with four thrilling distances: Dragon Devil, Gran Fondo, Medio Fondo and Cymru Classic.

Prefer to enter directly? General entry options are explained on the Cymru Classic page.

Charity places

This charity has places in the event. To secure your charity place, simply find a charity and click 'Get charity place'. To join a charity team with your own place, click 'Join with own place'.

What is 'Quick book'? Save time and secure your place immediately using our simple booking system.

Cancer

Macmillan Cancer Support

No one should have to face cancer alone.

  • Cycling jersey
  • Fundraising support
  • Fundraising materials
  • Bespoke training plan
  • Pro training advice
  • Training guide
  • Online training zone
  • Pre-event training sessions

Sign up
£25

Fundraise
£250

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Newcomers
  • Teams

Route

  • Cut off time
  • Food stations
  • Sweeper

  • Park

Event HQ

Margam Country Park
Port Talbot
West Glamorgan
SA13 2TJ
UK

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Medal
  • Race photo

Sustainability

  • Recycling
  • Sustainability policy

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