After the overwhelming success of Black Rat's event in 2017, they are delighted to bring the 9th edition of the Black Rat to you. 

Black Rat have kept the very popular start / finish location at Marlwood School in Alveston. With excellent facilities including a huge parking area, the school is perfectly located on the route away from busy roads.

Black Rat Challenge will have three NEW routes to choose from, a Piccolofondo route of 86km, a Mediofondo route of 112km or a Granfondo route of 166km. The Granfondo route this year climbs Gospel Pass (550m) in the Black Mountains.

At a Glance
  • 20 May 2018 7:30am
  • Tickets On Sale
  • Black Rat ChallengeBlack Rat ChallengeAlveston, Bristol, UK
  • Up to 166 km (103 miles)
  • From 29.00 GBP
  • 500 Riders