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Are you ready to embark on a breathtaking adventure? Step into the world of the Corfe Castle Conquest, a race like no other! Join us on this extraordinary journey where trail running and orienteering combine to push you to your limits. Whether you choose to enter solo or as part of a team, strategise, endure, and conquer multiple checkpoints before time slips away. Don't let this opportunity pass you by to experience the exhilarating thrill of the Corfe Castle Conquest!
Solo Checkpoint Race, Pairs Checkpoint Race, Team of 3 Checkpoint Race, and 1 more
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Sat 9th Sep 2023
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Wareham, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Rd, Wareham BH20 5AR, UK
Start times
Sat 9th Sep 2023
Solo Checkpoint Race:
9:30am | Pairs Checkpoint Race:
9:30am | Team of 3 Checkpoint Race:
9:30am | Team of 4 Checkpoint Race:
9:30am Event summary
Here are the distances available for Corfe Castle Conquest
Solo Checkpoint Race
240min
£49
Pairs Checkpoint Race
240min
£90
Team of 3 Checkpoint Race
240min
£126
Team of 4 Checkpoint Race
240min
£156
Route information
- Checkpoints: 8
- Time-Limit: 4 hours
- Distance: You decide - reach all the checkpoints in ~42km
Welcome to the Corfe Castle Conquest, the ultimate self-navigated trail race that challenges runners to visit multiple checkpoints within the allotted time. Starting at the Blue Pool nature reserve next to the iconic Corfe Castle, this race takes you through a variety of terrains, including heathland, woodland, rocky outcrops, and rolling hills.
Each checkpoint has a fixed value of 100 points. However, the available points for each checkpoint are equally distributed among the visitors who reach it. The more visitors a checkpoint has, the lower the points each individual receives. You'll need to strategise and decide which checkpoints to aim for, as it's unlikely you'll be able to visit all of them within the time limit. With steep ascents and descents, rocky terrain, and muddy trails, this race will test your endurance, strength, and trail-running skills.
The course offers breathtaking views of the Purbeck Hills and the Jurassic Coast, making you feel like you're running in a postcard. Fuel up, grab your trail shoes, and get ready to conquer the epic terrain of the Corfe Castle Conquest while taking in the natural beauty of the region. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will leave you breathless. Adventure awaits!
What's included
- Winners Prizes
- Discounted race day entry to the Blue Pool Nature Reserve for each runner's friends and family
- Discount codes for future races for top finishers in all race categories
- Points in the Epic Trail Race Series
- A tree planted through our charity partner + a donation made on your behalf
How to get there
The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Rd, Wareham BH20 5AR, UK
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Free parking is available at Race HQ.
Event day logistics
08:30 - Registration
09:15 - Race briefing
09:30 - Earliest start time
13:30 - Latest finish time
14:00 - Results & prize giving
Scoring Format
How many checkpoints can you visit in the time limit? The available points for each checkpoint are divided equally among the visitors who reach it. The more visitors a checkpoint has, the fewer points each person or team will get.
Reaching Checkpoints
Keep your eyes peeled for our bright and cheery marshal in a hi-vis Epic Trail checkpoint jersey as you approach each checkpoint. They'll be handing out checkpoint tokens, which are like gold nuggets on this adventure. These tokens are an essential part of the scoring system, so make sure you hold onto them tightly! Each token you collect shows which checkpoint you reached, and when you hand them over at the end of the race, we'll tally up your final score.
Checkpoint locations, including a GPX checkpoint file download can be found here.
*** Note *** This is a self-supported race and no refreshments are offered at checkpoints. It is your responsibility to bring and carry suitable food and water for your time out on the course.
Race Distance
With this running challenge, the distance is entirely up to you! You have the freedom to handpick the checkpoints and decide how many to conquer. So, lace up those running shoes and push yourself as far as you want to go!
Solos & Teams
You can take part:
- on your own
- with another person
- in a team of 3 or 4 people
Pairs and teams must remain together for the duration of the race i.e. all team members arrive at checkpoints together.
Race Packs
All race packs will need to be collected from registration on the day of the event. This will contain your race number(s).
Age Requirements
- All runners must be aged 17 or older on the day of the event
FAQs
If I enter as part of a pair or a team, do we have to stay together on race day?
Yes, pairs and teams must remain together for the duration of the race i.e. all team members must arrive at checkpoints together.
Do I have to stay for the results and prize giving?
No, it is entirely up to you whether you stay for the results and prize giving after the race. Due to the nature of the scoring format, it's difficult to tell whether you will or won't be receiving a prize, so we would recommend staying if you can.
When should I arrive at Race HQ?
Registration opens at 08:30, you should aim to arrive before this time. Race briefing is at 09:15, and the race starts at 09:30.
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