Greensand Country 50K

Name: Greensand Country 50K
Start: 2024-05-25T23:00:00Z
End: 2024-05-25T23:00:00Z
Location: Shuttleworth, Alder Dr, Biggleswade SG18 9DT, UK
Rating: 4.7

Sun, May 26, 2024

Shuttleworth, Biggleswade

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Greensand Country 50K

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Beginning within the stunning Shuttleworth Estate, this ultra marathon takes runners along the Greensand Ridge Walk and a range of other trails for 50k. Ideal for novice and seasoned ultra runners alike, this is the perfect weekend challenge. Enjoy the scenery and claim your finisher's medal.

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Sun, May 26, 2024

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Biggleswade, United Kingdom

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Location

Shuttleworth, Alder Dr, Biggleswade SG18 9DT, UK

Start times

Sunday, May 26, 2024

50K: 9:00 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for Greensand Country 50K

50K

50km

1 Loop

£60 - £62

Route information

Distance 50.2k

Elevation 430m+

Terrain Trail

The race will start at the picturesque Shuttleworth Estate following private trails around the grounds. Then the route will join the amazing Greensand Ridge Walk which will take you through Warden Great Wood to the first checkpoint.

Runners will then complete an anti-clockwise loop passing through Old Warden, Haynes, Clophill, Chicksands, Shefford and Broom.

The terrain and surrounding countryside are varied, eye-catching and undulating throughout. This makes the course extremely runable and a great choice for anyone aiming to complete their first ultra. There are a total of 3 aid stations along the route, two of which have toilets.

This race will be fully marked, with orange arrow markers and ribbons. There will be several marshals along the route to help along busier sections. All runners must carry a digital version of the route, either on a watch or phone, just in case you find yourself off course.

Difficulty

Many runners use this race to attempt their first ultra marathon, as the Greensand Country route is considered to be a fast, accessible trail.

What's included

Finisher's Medal
Chip-timed results
Fully-marked and signed route
Aid stations with snacks and refreshments
Medical support
Bag drop
Free parking
Prizes for top finishers

How to get there

Shuttleworth, Alder Dr, Biggleswade SG18 9DT, UK

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By Car

The Shuttleworth Estate lies just off the A1 between Sandy and Letchworth Garden City. It is a 30-minute drive from Cambridge via the A603.

There will be free parking available for entrants to use.

By Train

The closest train station is Biggleswade, which is a 13-minute drive from the event base.

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Event day logistics

07:30 Parking opens

07:45 Registration opens

08:45 Registration closes

09:00 Greensand Country Ultra Trail starts

17:30 Cut-off time

Age Requirements

The minimum age to enter this event is 20.

Mandatory Kit

Mobile phone (emergency number saved)
Route map on watch/phone or paper map (provided)
Windproof or waterproof jacket
Refillable water/hydration system (0.5L min)
Cash or bank card

Recommended Kit

Sun Screen
Sunglasses

Aid Stations

There will be 3 aid stations along the route at the following distance markers, where you will find a range of food and drinks:

CP1 - Haynes Village Hall: 15.1k
CP2 - Shefford: 29.7k
CP3 - Broom Village Hall: 39k

Cupless Event

This is a cupless event so please bring your own bottle or refillable cup with you to the aid stations.

Prizes

There will be prizes awarded to the top three male and female finishers, along with age category awards.

Countryside Code

All runners must adhere to the code of conduct at all times:

Fasten all gates behind you
Keep to the public footpath
Guard against all fire risks
Use gates and stiles to cross fences hedges and walls
Leave livestock, crops and machinery alone
Take your litter with you
Help keep the water clean
Protect wildlife, plants and trees
Take care on country roads
Make no unnecessary noise

General Rules

Dogs are not permitted in this race
All competitors must carry a map of the course and will be encouraged to have access to the route via GPS
Runners are required to record a time at each checkpoint using their wristband
Runners must carry all mandatory equipment at all times
Runners are allowed to carry poles
Assistance may only be provided at aid stations
Runners must be courteous to other route users
Competitors must not jostle at stiles or other obstacles or push past slower runners on narrow paths
Runners must offer assistance if they come across an ill or injured competitor
Runners must retire if a race official asks them to