The New Forest Tour 2026
Saturday 19 September 2026 | Gang Warily
Online entry has now closed. As this event is sold out, on the day entries will NOT be available.
All four routes start at Gang Warily recreation ground in the Southeast corner of the Forest and head immediately south to the coast at Lepe. You'll be able to see out to the Isle of Wight before turning back into the heart of the New Forest.
The Long route takes in the whole boundary of the National Park so you'll be in for 160km of charming scenery, magical woodlands and not to mention the possibility of spotting some of the local deer community due to the event taking place during rutting season.
Our New Forest events are always incredibly popular so if you're thinking about taking part, don't leave it too late and enter as soon as possible.
After conquering your chosen route, you'll be rewarded with a finisher's medal and treats from our partners.
Don't Miss Out! The New Forest Tour is a popular event, so register early to secure your spot.
We look forward to welcoming you to the New Forest Tour this September! See You on the Start Line!
DETAILS
Gates open: 07:00
Registration: 07:30
Start times
Long: 08:00 - 09:00
Medium: 08:45 - 09:30
Short: 09:15 - 09:45
Rook: 09:45 - 10:00
Finish time: 17:00
DIFFICULTY: 2/5
Wide forest roads with a few sloping lumps along the way. Just watch out for ponies along the routes!
Entry Price
Long
- $62.79
Middle
- $55.82
Short
- $41.86
Rook
- $20.93
Online entry has now closed. As this event is sold out, on the day entries will NOT be available.
The Routes
Choose your route carefully. The distance and elevation gain should give you some indication as to how easy/hard each route is, as well as showing you where the tougher climbs are.
Elevation Gain: +1231 mWhat you get
New Forest Tour Cycling Jersey
Get ready for your ride with our new event-specific cycling jersey. UKCE and Stolen Goat have joined forces to bring you this high-quality jersey, designed to provide comfort while remaining breathable, quick-wicking and fast-drying. Men's and Women's versions are available in varying sizes. Remember to add one to your cart when entering the event to save £10 over the RRP.
Our UKCE jerseys are made and distributed by Stolen Goat. Your top will be shipped nearer to the event day and will arrive in time for the event if ordered before 27th July 2026. If you want a jersey and have already entered this event, you can buy one separately here:
UKCE x Stolen Goat Jerseys
Essential Items
Helmet (no helmet, no ride). Helmets must comply with the latest US Snell B90/B95 or European CE Standards
Basic tools
Inner tubes
Pump
Drink bottle
First aid kit (recommended)
Mobile phone for emergencies
Lights and high visibility clothing (on days where fog or rain is forecast or where light is likely to be reduced)
Plastic Free
In our quest to make feed stops plastic free, we ask that you bring your own drinks bottle.
New Forest Cycling Code
We ask all riders to read and observe the New Forest Cycling Code: www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/things-to-do/cycling/cycling-code/
The New Forest is a working forest with lots of free-roaming animals. Please respect them, give them space and give way to them at all times. Please respect other road users and people enjoying the New Forest, and practice the highway code at all times. And please, please do not drop any litter.
