Beast to the East
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About
This hugely popular sportive is a spectacular yet challenging cycle event across the Meon Valley. With four distances on offer, come and enjoy some of the best cycling in the South.
Epic, Long, Medium, and 1 more
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Sun, 21 May 2023
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Swanmore, United Kingdom
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Elevation
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Where and when
Location
Swanmore College, New Rd, Swanmore, Southampton SO32 2RB, UK
Start times
Sun, 21 May 2023
Epic:
8:00am | Long:
8:00am | Medium:
8:00am | Short:
8:00am Races summary
Here's what races are available for Beast to the East
Epic
100mi
£39.00
Long
82mi
£34.00
Medium
57mi
£29.00
Short
28mi
£24.00
Route information
All routes start from Swanmore and head out towards Hampton Hill, Beacon Hill and Old Winchester Hill, where you can enjoy spectacular views across the beautiful rolling countryside.
The medium, long and epic routes then head up the renowned Butser Hill, lots of out-the-saddle climbing here but the sight of the sea and the panoramic views at the top make this totally worth it!
You then head over to Rowlands Castle with the medium route looping back via South Harting and the long and epic routes heading on towards Glorious Goodwood, returning via the South Downs National Park.
What's included
- Bespoke Medal
- Fully stocked aid stations
- Chip-timed event
- Fully marked and marshalled event
- Free parking
- On course photographers
How to get there
Swanmore College, New Rd, Swanmore, Southampton SO32 2RB, UK
Get full directionsParking
Free parking is available at Swanmore Village Hall.
By Train & Bus
Botley train station is the closest railway station to the start location. You can ride the x9 bus from Botley station straight to Swanmore Village Hall, by alighting at the stop named Technology College.
Event day logistics
07:30 - 08:15 Registration
08:00 - 08:30 Start window for all races
Waves
Competitors will be set off in start waves within their distance. Information regarding specific start times will be emailed to registered participants before event-day.
Cut Offs
- 28 mile (Short) – no cut off
- 56 mile (Medium) – Reach the course split at 14.6 miles by 10am (then follow on short route)
- 82 mile (Long) – Reach the course split at 27 miles by 10:45am (then follow the medium route)
- 100 mile (Epic) – Reach the course split at 78 miles by 3pm (then follow the long route)
BigFeat Events
We are a new and exciting UK based trail running and multisport event specialist. Whatever your ability or experience, we have a race that will test both to the limit, giving you an amazing adventure, that will definitely be hard to forget. Whether it's a half marathon, marathon, ultramarathon, sportive or swim, we encourage you to set your sights BIG!
Kit List
You must have with you:
- Helmet
- Spare inner tube(s)
- Small pump/gas
- Tyre levers
We also strongly advise you have a working rear light and a jacket so you’re prepared for all conditions. Please download the GPX of the route onto a wearable watch or mobile device. Although this is a marked course event, arrows have been known to be tampered with, so a good understanding of the route is advisable.
FAQs
Is there somewhere I can park at the Beast to the East?
Yes, there will be free parking at the village hall for participants to use.
Will there be aid stations along the way at the Beast to the East?
Yes, there will be fully-stocked aid stations along each route.
Where does the Beast to the East start?
The event starts at Swanmore Village Hall, where there will be a Race HQ and parking.
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