Race The Light - Mothecombe
Booked 1 times in the last week
Event summary
This 8.5 mile race through shadowy and meandering estuarine trails through the Flete Estate will be a great change of pace as you attempt to beat the light this december. Come for the bespoke medal and an unusual race.
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pureTRAIL running events have been created by two experienced, passionate, South Devon based Trail and Ultra Distance runners, located on the southern fringes of Dartmoor. We believe that roads are for cars, not runners, so we keep road use to an absolute minimum in our attempt to create the ultimate Trail running experience. We believe that the events should be for runners, not organisers, so we spend our time meticulously planning the routes, and organising simple, pleasurable races over Southern Britain’s last wild place, Dartmoor. We aim to bring experienced and novice Trail runners into the natural Dartmoor environment by offering Trail races varying in distances of between 10 and 100 miles. From the short, sharp, explosive ‘Volcano Race’ of 10 ‘Moorish’ miles with nearly 1800ft of climb, to the Ultra Trail of Dartmoor.. the Dartmoor 100′, a circumnavigation of Dartmoor. The Ultimate test of endurance in Southern England.
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How to enter
Tickets available until Thu Jan 06 2022
What's included:
- Fully marked and marshalled course
- Race memento
- Bespoke medal
- Aid station
- First Aid on course and at the HQ
8.5 Mile
Run 8.5mi
Booked 1 times in the last week
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What are the distances offered by Race the Light?
Race the Light offers one 8.5 mile course.… read moreAt what time does the Race The Light start?
Approximately 3pm - the exact start time will depend on the weather and tide times.… read moreWhat do I need to bring to the Race The Light?
Head torches and your own water bottle/cup are mandatory and as you'll be crossing an estuary on both the outward and return legs, be prepared for some wet feet!… read moreYou may also like
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Route description
Route description
The race is an 8.5 mile escapade, meandering through Flete Estate's secret tracks and trails. You'll be crossing the estuary on the outward and return legs, so be prepared for wet feet from the outset.
The race starts on the sand, moves across the estuary and up into the woods. On your return, you leave the woods to cross the estuary for the second time, up the slipway and continuing to the finish line at the Old Schoolhouse.
Schedule
15:00 Race Starts
The start time may change by 15 minutes give or take, dependent on further calculation of tide times and the weather.
Mandatory Kit
While everyone should make it back by dark, head torches are mandatory. Also as the event is now cup-less, participants are required to bring their own cup.
Schoolhouse Restaurant, Mothecombe, Plymouth PL8 1LB, UK
Get directionsThe event starts and finishes at the SchoolhouseDevon restaurant, so its recommended you park near here.
8.5 Mile
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.
Route description
Route description
The race is an 8.5 mile escapade, meandering through Flete Estate's secret tracks and trails. You'll be crossing the estuary on the outward and return legs, so be prepared for wet feet from the outset.
The race starts on the sand, moves across the estuary and up into the woods. On your return, you leave the woods to cross the estuary for the second time, up the slipway and continuing to the finish line at the Old Schoolhouse.
Schedule
15:00 Race Starts
The start time may change by 15 minutes give or take, dependent on further calculation of tide times and the weather.
Mandatory Kit
While everyone should make it back by dark, head torches are mandatory. Also as the event is now cup-less, participants are required to bring their own cup.
Schoolhouse Restaurant, Mothecombe, Plymouth PL8 1LB, UK
Get directionsThe event starts and finishes at the SchoolhouseDevon restaurant, so its recommended you park near here.
8.5 Mile
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.