The Dirty Reiver

30/04/2025

Still coughing up dust but wouldn’t change a thing — Dirty Reiver 2025, you were brutal and brilliant. Kielder delivered the goods: endless gravel, epic climbs, and a buzzing community of riders pushing limits and loving every second. Legs are toast, bike needs therapy, but the grin’s still going strong. Until next year!
Thank you everyone for making this event the best yet!

Stay tuned for the date for next year and the entries open dates.

29/04/2025

27/04/2025

Here is a message from our great friends at .

Yet another successful Dirty Reiver event in Kielder by .events Thanks to everyone who had a hand in organising....it’s a constant slog....well done! To the volunteers....well done! To Kielder Forest team and ......well done!
From our corner of the village we would like to thank all who visited, you made our journey that bit easier by listening and doing what we asked.....you were great.
Thank you!
More thanks to Amy and Hannah from ....Coffee, cake and savouries....don’t forget the landrovers.
[Would you believe the DR is ten years old next year.....has anyone done all nine?]
One year or nine years, it’s great to see familiar and new faces....from all at Kielder Campsite BRAVO!
We’d love to see you again next year - so don’t forget to set the reminder for the 1st December 2025 to book the DR and a pitch.

The Team at Kielder Campsite

26/04/2025

You can now buy our T-shirts and Hoodies online.
Jump on the link below - https://dirtyreiver.deco-apparel.com/

26/04/2025

Timings for the Dirty Reiver are live https://www.timingupnorthresults.co.uk/results.aspx?CId=16576&RId=3405

23/04/2025

Dirty Reiver event clothing is available to purchase this year, in male and female fit.

We’ve got very limited numbers available to purchase at the event - once they’re gone, they’re gone.

But don’t worry—plenty more will be available online soon!
Stay tuned for more details.

23/01/2025

The Dirty Reiver really does put smiles on peoples faces.
What will you look like after 200km of ‘hero’ gravel?

14/01/2025

Panaracer Dirty Reiver update.
We are posting this from Kielder Castle …… as there is currently phone signal👌.

See you all in April, Happy Gravelling.

02/01/2025

As the cold snap sets in, it’s the perfect time to embrace the gravel tracks and winter trails, prepping for big rides ahead. The Dirty Reiver is calling, and there’s no better way to build strength, resilience, and grit than by putting in the winter miles.

Not only do these rides make you tougher, but they also set you up for success when the sun comes out and season kicks off.

Let’s get out there, stay motivated, and keep those wheels spinning. Every mile counts! 💥

27/12/2024

Everyone is celebrating our newest podcast just launched.

The CLIF Bar Edition.

We kick off our new series with some nutritional chat and are joined by Tom Mazzone (Ex-road pro) and Rich Jones (Extra UK/CLIF). The guys share some of their stories and experiences around keeping fuelled. We share tips on fuelling strategies, touch on recovery and explore the CLIF Bar range.

Listen on Spotify. - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3mjMkNExYzb0Lwz3FfUmzW?si=tvyHXSM4TEuZYqopTDLz7g

10/12/2024

200km of gravel riding takes more than just strength—it takes commitment.
Keep your focus, even when the weather turns tough, and know that your hard work will pay off in April. The journey is long, but the rewards are worth every pedal. Stay strong, stay dedicated!

April will be hear before you know it.