Flying Scotsman Challenge

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Flying Scotsman Challenge
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To celebrate 100 years since the famous Flying Scotsman came in to service, come down for this fantastic running event. Held at the awesome Cyclopark, Gravesend, see how far you can run in the 6 hour time limit. Awesome medals and yummy treats will be up for grabs.
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10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, and 1 more
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Calendar
Sun 30th Apr 2023
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Gravesend, United Kingdom
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4.6
(3 Reviews)
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Where and when
Location
Cyclopark, The Tollgate, Watling St, Gravesend, Istead Rise, Gravesend DA11 7NP, UK
Start times
Sun 30th Apr 2023
10k:
9:00am |
Half Marathon:
9:00am |
Marathon:
9:00am |
Ultra:
9:00am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Flying Scotsman Challenge
10k
Distance
360min
£39.95
Half Marathon
Distance
360min
£39.95
Marathon
Distance
360min
£39.95
Ultra
Distance
360min
£39.95
Route information
The event will be a six hour timed challenge event based out of the Cyclopark Complex at Gravesend. The route will be a mixture of trail, bike paths and tarmac and will be slightly undulating.
You can complete as many or as few laps as you like within the 6 hours. Plus, if you set off on a final lap before 5:59:59 it will count towards your total distance.
What's included
  • Bespoke medal
  • Goody bags
  • Aid stations
  • Marked route
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How to get there
Cyclopark, The Tollgate, Watling St, Gravesend, Istead Rise, Gravesend DA11 7NP, UK
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Public Transport
The nearest train station is Gravesend and that's 2.0 miles away.
Event day logistics
08:00 Location Opens
08:15 Registration Opens
08:50 Race Briefing
09:00 Event Start
15:00 Event End
Cut Off Time
This is a 6 hour event. However if you leave the aid station for a final lap before 5:59:59 that loop will count towards your final distance.
Race Pack
You must collect your race pack from registration on the day of the event.
Age Requirements
Children over the age of 11 are permitted to take part in this event so long as they are accompanied by an adult at all times and do not exceed the following distances.
  • Aged 11-12 can run a maximum of 5k
  • Aged 13-14 can run a maximum of 6k
  • Aged 15 can run a maximum of 10k
  • Aged 16 can run a maximum of 15k
  • Aged 17 can run a maximum of 25k
FAQs
How far do I have to run at Flying Scotsman Challenge?
You can run as many laps as you like within the 6 hours, meaning you choose your distance. You must complete at least one lap to be considered a finisher.
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Will there be aid stations at Flying Scotsman Challenge?
Yes there will be a well stocked aid station at the start/finish of each loop.
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When should I arrive at Flying Scotsman Challenge?
You should aim to arrive 45 minutes before the start of the race to allow time to register and warm up before the race briefing at 08:50.
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Reviews
4.6
3 reviews
jamie
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3.7
Did the race in 2023
Really enjoyed the chilled, friendly atmosphere
gary
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
No nonsense ,no fuss and no pressure .
gary
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
No nonsense ,no fuss and no pressure .
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