Heart of Darkness - Edale Skyline Guided Run
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Heart of Darkness - Edale Skyline Guided Run
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Immerse yourself in the panoramic peak district with this spectacular guided run. You'll chase the skyline across this undulating route, appreciating the cool warmth of the Winter sun as we approach the shortest day of the year. Enjoy being expertly guided through a truly memorable route.
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Sun, 1 Dec 2024
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Hope, United Kingdom
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Location
Hope Car Park - HPBC, Hope, Hope Valley S33 6RS, UK
Start times
Sunday, 1 Dec 2024
Guided Run: 9:00 am
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Heart of Darkness - Edale Skyline Guided Run
Guided Run
21mi
£40
Route information
Terrain: Gravel, Natural
Participants will run 21 miles over the vast imposing landscape of the Peak District. The ambient lighting of the low sun will provide stunning cinematic views that will have you taking countless mental snapshots.
You will weave the natural terrain on rough paths through the valleys and bends of Edale. You'll chase the skyline across this undulating route, appreciating the cool warmth of the Winter sun.
What's included
- Running guides
- Photographs from the day
- Hot drinks and cake at the end
Mandatory Kit
- Waterproof jacket with hood and waterproof over trousers (note, SuperDry is a brand name, not a guarantee of staying dry! Make sure your coat is waterproof)
- Sweat wicking base layer
- Trail shoes - Good grip to cope with wet sloping ground, mud and rocks is essential
- A well-fitting backpack that can carry the following;
- Long sleeve warm layer such as fleece or Primaloft
- Hat & gloves
- Minimum of 1-litre drinking capacity (flask/bottle)
- Snacks for on the trail (sandwiches, flapjack, dry fruit, nuts, jelly babies, crisps etc)
- Mobile phone (fully charged)
- Head torch & spare batteries
- Small first aid kit inc blister plasters.
- Whistle
How to get there
Hope Car Park - HPBC, Hope, Hope Valley S33 6RS, UK
Get full directionsBy Train
Hope train station is located 15 minutes walk away to the start location, Hope Car Park, making this event easily accessible. This train station has direct train links from mainland cities, Manchester and Sheffield.
Parking
The start location is at Hope Car Park, Hope. Parking is payable by cash only.
Event day logistics
08:45 Meet the group
09:00 21 mile Guided run starts (sunrise)
~16:00 21 mile Guided run ends (sunset)
This challenge is the rescheduled (weather affected) event from December 3rd and allows 7 hours and 50 minutes of daylight to complete the Edale Skyline.
Further information will be updated on this page closer to the day of the event. The route may be amended by the organiser if the weather/ice renders sections of it unsafe.
This guided run is aimed to help people feel comfortable and confident to travel independently through the countryside, in any weather, at any time. There is so much that can be learned from the guides, and from taking part in an event like this.
FAQs
What is the pace of the Heart of Darkness?
The organiser can form different pace groups on the day so that faster people can be finished up to an hour ahead of the “sunsetters”. To finish in 7 hours 50 is brisk walking pace with a photo stops. It will be weather dependent on the day and safety concerns will always dictate pace but assume brisk walking on the steep uphills, jogging or running on the flats and picking your way carefully down the descents. It is a doable challenge.
How long does the Heart of Darkness race last?
The guided run runs from sunrise to sunset, which is estimated to be 7 hours and 50 minutes.
What is included in the Heart of Darkness event?
Guidance and advice on running, certificate for completion and hot drinks and cake at the end.
What kit do I need for the Heart of Darkness event?
There's a mandatory list including a waterproof jacket and backpack to store your items, please view the list above for more information.
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