Old Colliery Canter

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Take on 5 mile lapped course through the stunning South Yorkshire Park country park of Rabbit Ings. Set in the gorgeous late spring means the sun will provide memorising views of this natural landscape. Reach the finish to hang your finisher's medal around your neck with pride.
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Ultra, Marathon , 20 miles , and 3 more
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Calendar
9:30am Sat 13th May 2023 - 12:00pm Sat 13th May 2023
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Shafton, United Kingdom
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4.6
(39 Reviews)
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Where and when
Location
Rabbit Ings Country Park, Rabbit Ings Country Park, Lund Hill Lane, Royston, Shafton, Barnsley S71 4BB, UK
Start times
9:30am Sat 13th May 2023
Ultra:
9:30am |
Marathon :
9:30am
10:00am Sat 13th May 2023
20 miles :
10:00am
10:30am Sat 13th May 2023
15 miles:
10:30am
11:00am Sat 13th May 2023
10 Miles :
11:00am
12:00pm Sat 13th May 2023
5 miles:
12:00pm
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Old Colliery Canter
Ultra
Distance
30mi
£53 - £55
Marathon
Distance
26.2mi
£39 - £41
20 miles
Distance
20mi
£35 - £37
15 miles
Distance
15mi
£28 - £30
Route information
Terrain: Trail
Elevation: Undulating
This 5-mile lapped course takes runners through the stunning South Yorkshire Park country park of Rabbit Ings. You'll follow a clear trail path all the way around, before climbing one generous hill. With plenty of wildlife to see along the way, this event will certainly be entertaining.
There will be water and aid stations every 2.5 miles along the route, each stocked with an array of snacks. Homemade cake, a medal and a goody bag will be waiting at the finish line for all participants.
What's included
  • Bespoke Finisher's Medal
  • Toilets
  • Feed stations
  • Free parking
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How to get there
Rabbit Ings Country Park, Rabbit Ings Country Park, Lund Hill Lane, Royston, Shafton, Barnsley S71 4BB, UK
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Parking
There is free parking available on-site.
Event day logistics
09:30 Ultra and Marathon races start
10:00 20 mile race starts
10:30 15 mile race starts
11:00 10 mile race starts
12:00 5 mile race starts
16:00 Cut-off time
*Please arrive with plenty of time before the start of your race, to ensure you have enough time to park, register and warm-up.
Race packs
Race packs must be collected from registration on the day of the event.
Cut-off Time
Yes, the cut off time for this event is 6.5 hours, meaning all runners must finish their race by 16:00.
Plastic Free event
This is a plastic-free event so make sure to bring your own cup or water bottle.
Age Requirements
  • 5 miles: 18 and over
  • 10 miles: 18 and over
  • 15 miles: 18 and over
  • Marathon: 18 and over
  • Ultra: 21 and over
Aid stations
Aid stations will be located at every 2.5 miles.
FAQs
Is there a cut-off time for the Old Colliery Canter?
Yes, the cut off time for this event is 6.5 hours.
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Do I need to be UKA affiliated in order to take part in the Old Colliery Canter?
Everyone is welcome! You can enter without a UKA affiliation by selecting the standard entry ticket at the checkout. Please note, you will be charged £2 more.
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Will there be aid stations on the Old Colliery Canter route?
Yes, there will be water and aid stations throughout the route, each stocked with water and an array of snacks.
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Reviews
4.6
39 reviews
joanne
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Not as many marshalls as the previous year or trophy for 1st male/female, Still a great event, lovely medal and the refreshment/drink stall is amazing!!
james
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2.0
Did the race in 2023
Not enough martials and signs either weren't clear or had been moved. Got lost, didn't finish, disappointing
stephen
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
Some ups, some downs, nice track!
beverly
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4.3
Did the race in 2023
Wonderful marshals, amazing cake, fabulous medals. Thank you
martin
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
Enjoyed it. Friendly atmosphere good freebies after. Only about 2km of the course would have been better in trail shoes
angela
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
Great run, well organised. The Marshalls were great fun and very encouraging. Plenty of food and drinks available around the course.Would definitely recommend Grim up North runs.
sheelagh
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Really enjoyed the route and a lovely friendly atmosphere
claire
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Amazing Marshalls, friendly atmosphere, homemade cake and pop at the end
samuel
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Absolutely fantastic day, ran the loop 3 times for 15 miles.Well organized and signposted
tom
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Very friendly environment staff were awesome! So where the other runners!
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