Matt Holmes, Xan Crees, Lizzie Hermolle and Jonny Brownlee on Galloway, gravel, and why The Gralloch is the race they want to be at in May.

Every metre of The Gralloch route gets checked before you race it. Warren and Esther Sanders have been with us from day one — local cycling guides, Galloway natives, and a constant presence behind the scenes. Warren shares what a morning route recce actually looks like, and what this landscape holds when you know where to look.

Recognised by the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere, Red On Sports has been awarded the Sustainable Event Charter for 2026, confirming The Gralloch's commitment to responsible event delivery in one of the UK's most significant protected landscapes.

Two brands shaped by real-world riding join the most demanding format on the Gralloch programme.

Introducing the Red Bull Flying 400: a flat-out timed sprint segment, live at The Gralloch for the first time.

The Gralloch announces a partnership with Galloway Distillery, whose owner Sam Heughan grew up on the same Galloway land our riders will cross this May.

From mountain rescue to marshals and recovery vehicles, David McNicol has been at the heart of The Gralloch since the beginning. A story of people, place and getting stuck in.

Route checks, new partners and big plans. Here’s what’s been happening behind the scenes.

They came for a visit and never really left. Jo and Mike share how a chance turn led them to Gatehouse of Fleet, where bikes, community and The Gralloch became part of everyday life.

This year, our friends at World Bicycle Relief reached an incredible milestone: 1,000,000 Buffalo Bicycles distributed worldwide.

International Women’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate the athletes, pioneers and communities that continue to shape our sport.

Harley West is a former military serviceman and cyclist whose journey with the bike has gone far beyond competition.

The Gralloch is proud to continue our partnership with World Bicycle Relief, using the power of gravel riding to create meaningful change.

There’s a certain type of person who looks at a long line across a map and sees possibility. Not just a route, but a journey. A chance to learn something. To test the edges. To come home feeling quietly changed.

Madison is the epitome of ‘the spirit of gravel’, showing up with pure love and commitment for the sport and inspiring others to do so too.

When Tessa Neefjes returns to Gatehouse of Fleet, she won’t just be another rider on the start line. She’ll arrive as the reigning Gralloch champion, back to defend a title earned.

To help demystify the process, we brought together a panel of riders and experts for a Gralloch Ultra webinar. The discussion dug into what The Gralloch Ultra is really about, and how to prepare for it with confidence.

Take a closer look at what forest management actually involves: why trees are felled, how timber is used, and how these landscapes are cared for in ways that often go unnoticed by the people who ride, walk and explore them.

If there’s one thing riders tell us time and again about The Gralloch Sportive, it’s this: the views stay with you long after the legs have recovered.

We have decided to share my experience openly, not for sympathy, but to raise awareness and help normalise conversations around prostate cancer.

January always arrives with good intentions. New kit. Fresh calendars. Quiet promises made on cold mornings. This is the year I ride more. Train smarter. Go further. Stick at it.

Gravel racing in Europe is stepping into a new era and for UK riders, The Gralloch is your gateway to the European stage.

Our two day recce of the full 330 kilometres was not just about gate checks, signal testing and making sure the tracks were ridable.

Ultra cycling has a reputation for being extreme, yet at its core it is one of the most accessible forms of riding. It is not defined by speed or performance. It is defined by exploration.

When it comes to racing The Gralloch, success isn’t just about power and endurance—it’s about preparation. And one of the most important decisions you’ll make before rolling up to the start line is your tyre setup.

Geerike has been immersed in the cycling world since her teenage years, racing professionally across multiple disciplines and teams.

Cameron Mason has made a name for himself over recent seasons, with the last year the standout for the 22 year-old Scotsman.

We caught up with professional gravel cyclist Maddy Nutt to discuss the impact of social media on sponsorship, accessibility in cycling, and finding balance in a world where training and content creation go hand in hand.

Sustainability in cycling events is more important than ever. As gravel cycling continues to grow, so does our responsibility to ensure that our events leave a minimal impact on the environment.