Exmoor Trail Running Challenge
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Exmoor Trail Running Challenge
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Take on this great trail run in Exmoor this summer for a fantastic adventure. Starting at the Allerford ground you will head out to the Honicote Estate which offers stunning scenery. Offering a variety of distances this race is perfect for all ability levels.
Ultra, Marathon , Half Marathon , and 1 more
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Sat 30th Jul 2022
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Allerford, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
32 Hare Park, Allerford, Minehead TA24 8HL, UK
Start times
Sat 30th Jul 2022
Ultra:
7:30am | Marathon :
8:30am | Half Marathon :
9:30am | 12k :
10:30am Event summary
Here are the distances available for Exmoor Trail Running Challenge
Ultra
53.9km
£68
Marathon
41.9km
£58
Half Marathon
22.8km
£45
12k
12km
£33
Route information
Distance: 53.9k / 33.5 miles (Ultra)
Elevation: 2447 metres
Terrain: Trails
Route Type: Loop
Elevation: 2447 metres
Terrain: Trails
Route Type: Loop
Distance: 41.9k / 26 miles (Marathon)
Elevation: 1921 metres
Terrain: Trails
Route Type: Loop
Elevation: 1921 metres
Terrain: Trails
Route Type: Loop
Marathon and Ultra runners will explore the Exmoor National park as well as including Dunkery Hill and Horner wood. There will be a significant amount of climbing in both races so make sure to conserve your energy whilst you race as there will be some challenging climbs.
Distance: 22.8k / 14.2 miles (Half Marathon)
Elevation: 1083m
Terrain: Trails
Route Type: Loop
Elevation: 1083m
Terrain: Trails
Route Type: Loop
Distance: 12k / 7.5 miles
Elevation: 769m
Terrain: Trails
Route Type: Loop
Elevation: 769m
Terrain: Trails
Route Type: Loop
The Half marathon and 12k routes will take you along the coast side of the A39, from here you will be able to enjoy some fantastic woodlands as well as the coastal path. These trail runs are perfect for seasoned veterans and beginners alike.
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What's included
- Finisher's Medal
- Trail events co. snood
- Prizes for top finishers
- Chip-timed results
- Fully-marked route
- Aid stations
- First aid
How to get there
32 Hare Park, Allerford, Minehead TA24 8HL, UK
Get full directionsParking
Parking will cost £5 per day and can only be paid in cash. Parking is located at the Allerford Recreational ground.
Camping
Camping will be available at Hare Park and will cost £7 per person per night and £5 for parking. There will be portable toilets and water available - no hookups, barbecues or fire pits allowed.
Event day logistics
Ultra
06:30 Registration opens
07:15 Race Briefing
07:30 Ultra starts
Marathon
07:30 Registration opens
08:15 Race Briefing
08:30 Marathon starts
Half Marathon
08:30 Registration opens
09:15 Race Briefing
09:30 Half Marathon starts
12k
09:30 Registration opens
10:15 Race Briefing
10:30 12k starts
17:30 Event cut-off time
Race packs
Nothing will be posted out, race packs must be collected on the day from registration.
Age Requirements
Age requirements are as follows for the following distances:
- Ultra: Entrants must be 18 years of age or older to participate
- Marathon: Entrants must be 18 years of age or older to participate
- Half Marathon: Entrants must be 17 years of age or older to participate
- 12k: Entrants must be 15 years of age or older to participate
Cupless event
The Exmoor Trail Running Challenge is a cupless event so all participants must bring their own form of the water carrier, whether that be a bottle, a cup or a camel pouch.
Canicross
The Exmoor Trail Running Challenge is dog friendly so why not bring along your four-legged friend.
Aid Stations
There will be a variety of aid stations available throughout each course, these are as follows:
Ultra
- Checkpoint 1: 13k (What 3 Words: CURED.BORING.PLANTING)
- Checkpoint 2: 22k (What 3 Words: REGISTRY.BEAKS.AIRBAG)
- Checkpoint 3: 30.5k (What 3 Words: CROUCHES.SENSES.CHEETAHS)
- Checkpoint 4: 46k (What 3 Words: ENVISAGE.LOUSY.MISTRESS)
Marathon
- Checkpoint 1: 13k (What 3 Words: CURED.BORING.PLANTING)
- Checkpoint 2: 22k (What 3 Words: REGISTRY.BEAKS.AIRBAG)
- Checkpoint 3: 30.5k (What 3 Words: CROUCHES.SENSES.CHEETAHS)
- Checkpoint 4: 35k (What 3 Words: ENVISAGE.LOUSY.MISTRESS)
Half Marathon
- Checkpoint 1: 13k (What 3 Word: HOTSPOTS.SCREAMING.FORMLESS)
12k
There will be no aid stations in the 12k.
FAQs
When will I get my race pack for the Exmoor Trail Running Challenge?
You must collect your race pack on the day of the event from registration at the allotted registration time for the event you have booked.
Where can I park for the Exmoor Trail Running Challenge?
Parking will be available at the Exmoor Trail Running Challenge, it will cost £5 to park for the day at the event location.
Can I run with my dog at the Exmoor Trail Running Challenge?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your four-legged friend along to this event, please ensure your dog is properly trained for the event distance.
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