Race the Train - Bury to Rawtenstall

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In partnership with East Lancashire Railway's this race will start from Bury train station on the sound of the steam trains whistle. Runners will then set off North along trail paths running alongside the railway lines and Irwell River. The run is from point to point, starting at Bury and finishing at Rawtenstall Station.
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11 Miles
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Calendar
Sun, 25 Jul 2021
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Bury Saint Edmunds, United Kingdom
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Location
Bury St Edmunds, Bury St Edmunds, Bury Saint Edmunds IP32 6EZ, UK
Start times
Sun, 25 Jul 2021
11 Miles:
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Here's what races are available for Race the Train - Bury to Rawtenstall
Distance
11mi
There will be T-Shirts and Bespoke medals to all finishers. Prizes for the first 3 male/females, also to age category winners.
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Bury St Edmunds, Bury St Edmunds, Bury Saint Edmunds IP32 6EZ, UK
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Registration opens on platform 3 from 09:15
The steam train on the sound of its whistle will travel south to the next station then change tracks, then head north catching the runners as it makes it's way to Rawtenstall Station
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Friends and family can ride the train looking out for runners along the way shouting encouragement, so why not buy a concessionary train ticket.
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Did the race in 2021
Great course, mainly off road on good trails. Really well organised with clear signage all the way and friendly, helpful marshals.Will be back next year!
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