Lloyds National Gravel Championships
Key facts
- Date:
- 22 ago 2026
- Type:
- One-day (XC / race)
- Dumfries (Bosque de Ae) · Dumfries & Galloway, Escocia · United Kingdom
- Distances:
- 86 km
- Elevation:
- Por confirmar
About
The Lloyds National Gravel Championships mark a landmark moment for British cycling: the first-ever national gravel title awarded by British Cycling, hosted in Ae Forest near Dumfries in southwest Scotland. The 86 km course through this working conifer forest combines fast gravel roads with more technical trail sections that suit a true high-intensity race dynamic. Taking place in August, the event draws the top names in British gravel racing competing for the national jersey. At national championship level, race strategy and pacing matter as much as raw watts — Push Training 360 develops both through weekly coach reviews during the specificity phase and a precision tapering block leading into August.
Frequently asked questions
When do the Lloyds National Gravel Championships 2026 take place?
The Lloyds National Gravel Championships 2026 take place on 22 August 2026 in Dumfries, Ae Forest, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.
What is the distance of the Lloyds National Gravel Championships?
The distance is 86 km. Elevation gain is yet to be confirmed by the organizers.
Where is the start of the Lloyds National Gravel Championships?
The start is in Ae Forest, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.
What is the significance of the Lloyds National Gravel Championships?
They are the first National Gravel Championships organized by British Cycling, making them the benchmark for competitive gravel racing in the United Kingdom.
How to prepare for the Lloyds National Gravel Championships with PUSH TRAINING 360?
PUSH TRAINING 360 provides a 12-week plan with weekly review tailored to a one-day national championship format over 86 km. Phase 1 (aerobic base) develops the endurance needed to compete at a high level across the distance. Phase 2 (threshold building) is critical for a competitive event where pace will be high from the start in Ae Forest. Phase 3 (specificity load) includes race simulations with pace variations and fast starts. Phase 4 (tapering) ensures maximum freshness on race day. Nutrition follows three phases: pre-race carbohydrate loading, 60-90 g per hour during the race, and protein recovery. Race strategy in a national championship requires starting without energy debt to respond to attacks from the top specialists in the final kilometres.
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