Broom House Farm - Gravel Rides 14th March 2027

Gravel Rides · Broom House Farm, Witton Gilbert

Ride the farm tracks and valley lanes of the Browney Valley from an organic farm above Durham City. Broom House Farm's forest tracks and the surrounding bridleways and quiet lanes make for rewarding gravel riding, with real gradient and long views back over the city.

Choose Your Distance

Short Route: approx. 50 km

A single loop taking in the valley tracks and quiet lanes with one long climb before the descent back to the farm. A mix of compacted gravel, farm track and short technical sections. Suitable for a gravel or hybrid bike with tyres 35 mm or wider.

Long Route: approx. 100 km

The full day out, extending west into the Durham dales before looping back to Broom House Farm. Longer exposed sections, loose descents and a sustained climb in the final third. A gravel bike with tyres 38 mm or wider is strongly recommended.

Mandatory Kit: All Riders

• Helmet (mandatory)
• Spare tube and basic tools, there is no mechanical support on course
• Mobile phone with emergency contact number saved
• Windproof or waterproof layer

What Is Included

• GPX file sent ahead of the event
• Marked and marshalled route on the day
• Feed station(s) on the long route
• Start and finish at Broom House Farm
• Finisher T-shirt
• Hot food and drink at the farm coffee shop after your ride

Date: Sunday 14th March 2027
Start time: 08:00
Start location: Broom House Farm, Witton Gilbert, Durham, DH7 6TR

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