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Dragon Ride

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Briton Ferry, Wales, United Kingdom

calendar_today 14 Jun, 2026

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About the Event

Conquer the legendary climbs of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) at the Dragon Ride on Sunday, 14th June 2026. As the UK's largest and most challenging sportive, this iconic Welsh event offers four epic, fully-supported routes through stunning National Park landscapes, attracting thousands of cyclists from first-timers to seasoned dragon slayers. Choose your challenge on sweeping mountain roads, with professional feed stations, mechanical support, and a rewarding finisher's celebration. In partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support, many riders also pedal to raise vital funds, adding profound purpose to the personal achievement. With its unmatched atmosphere and breathtaking scenery, the Dragon Ride is a true bucket-list experience. Secure your entry for the ultimate 2026 cycling sportive in Wales and test your legs against the dragon's fire.

Races Offered

Cymru Classic

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 98K

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Dragon Devil

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 296K

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Gran Fondo

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 215K

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Medio Fondo

Jun 14, 2026

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Distance — 156K

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Briton Ferry.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 11.5° / 18.9°

wb_sunny 9.4° / 16.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.1 /

water_drop 75.8%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 11.5° / 18.9°

wb_sunny 9.4° / 16.8°

air 13.1 km/h

water_drop 75.8%

About Briton Ferry

Learn more about the host city, Briton Ferry.

Briton Ferry is a town and community in the county borough of Neath Port Talbot, Wales. The Welsh name may indicate that the church, llan, is protected from the wind, awel. Alternatively, Sawel may be a derivative of Saul, St Paul's earlier name, who, supposedly, once landed at Briton Ferry. An alternative Welsh name unused today is Rhyd y Brython, a direct translation of Briton Ferry. The Normans referred to the River crossing as La Brittonne and Leland in 1540 as Britanne Fery.