Looks like a Welsh Dragon

Description

214km cycling event starting from Abbey Wood Retail Park, Filton, Bristol. Controls at Abergavenny, Crickhowell, Pontypool and Stoke Gifford., plus 6 information controls.

You can use E-Brevet proof of passage on this event.

Back for 2024 a 215k Severn Bridge Series GOLD GRIMPEUR AAA event.

Includes free finishers' rectangular route map patch for all riders.

An event for experienced Randonneurs, capable of riding long distances in all conditions, carrying all necessary food, clothing, spares, first aid etc

A very audacious but breath-taking ride into the Brecon Beacons National Park climbing up through the Black Mountain ranges.

Highlights include;

1. Descending the 200m from the top of the disused railway line from Blaenavon World Heritage Site / Big Pit National Mine Museum to Pontypool via the National Cycle Path.

2. Passing South through broad-leaf woodland with its splendid old mining and quarrying ruins and offers fantastic views east across the valley of Afon Llwyd.

3. Exploring the Wye Valley along the Symonds Yat to Monmouth Cycle Path.

4. Climbing the world famous Tumble from the little used Govilon track route.

5. An opportunity to visit Symonds Yat Rock and enjoy the amazing views of the Wye Valley.

6. Cycling past the wonder of Llandegueth Reservoir.

7. Enjoy fine views of the New Severn Bridge as you ride through Shirenewton.

Mostly quiet lanes and minor roads with easy navigation

Event Medal available for purchase £4.00

See Route Here - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1617480?units=km

Entry on the Line (EOL) possible - £3 surcharge, payment by card or cash.

This event qualifies as a 200k ride in the Super Rouleur Award - See Details Here - https://audaxwales.com/super-rouleur-award/

FULL EVENT DETAILS AT www.audaxwales.com/events/looks-like-a-welsh-dragon/

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Event Date and Location

Date:

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 Add Event to my Personal Calendar

Distance:

200 km (214 km) in 14h16

Time:

07:30 to finish by 21:46

Starting from:

Abbey Wood Retail Park, Filton, Bristol

Fee:

£10.00

Closing Date:

Enter soon as entries may close early if event is full

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NON-MEMBERS are welcome but need to register first. This is free - we ask you to do this so we can verify your contact details. You only need to register once and can then enter multiple events or in future convert to paid membership.

PARENTAL CONSENT is required for entrants under 18 years of age. This can be declared by the parent/guardian making an online entry on behalf of the under 18 rider. Otherwise, although an entry can be made online, the parent/guardian should complete and sign the parental consent form available here. More information about event entry terms related to under 18 year olds is here.