The Salcey Forest 10k & 5k
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The Salcey Forest 10k & 5k
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Speed through the picturesque Salcey Forest in this wonderful trail race. Ideal for newcomers or seasoned pros, the lapped route meanders through the mixed-terrain tracks within the forest. Come for the beautiful setting and your bespoke finisher's medal.
10k and 5k
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Sun 26th Jun 2022
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Northampton, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Salcey Forest, Wootton Rd, Northampton NN7 2HX, UK
Start times
Sun 26th Jun 2022
10k:
10:00am | 5k:
10:00am Event summary
Here are the distances available for The Salcey Forest 10k & 5k
10k
10km
£18 - £20
5k
5km
£14 - £16
Route information
The beautiful, tree-lined trails make this a memorable race for anyone taking part. The terrain will be hard-packed trails and with the route being naturally flat, it is perfect for those looking for a fast time or those just getting into trail running.
The race takes place entirely within Salcey Forest, the course will be well marshalled and follows a 5k route, with 10k runners completing two laps.
What's included
- Finisher's medal
- Post-race goodies
- Well marshalled course
- Prizes for top finishers overall and in age categories
- Parking
- Toilets
- Bag drop
How to get there
Salcey Forest, Wootton Rd, Northampton NN7 2HX, UK
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Salcey Forest is between Northampton and Milton Keynes and is accessible from the M1.
Parking
There will be parking on site.
Public Transport
There aren't any train stations nearby, however there are bus stops in Hartwell close to the event venue.
Event day logistics
10:00 5k and 10k Race start
Registration
Once you have entered, you will receive an email with all the necessary information for the race.
On race day please arrive early, allowing plenty of time for parking, registration and warm-up.
Age Restrictions
Runners must be at least 11 years of age to run in the 5k, and 15 years for the 10k.
Race Packs
Entrants who have entered in good time will have their race packs sent in the post 10 days before event day.
Those who have entered in the 10 days before race day will collect their race pack at registration on the day of the event.
If your race pack hasn’t arrived, head to the registration desk at race HQ and you can be issued with a new one.
A full set of race instructions will be sent via email before the event.
FAQs
Will there be a bag drop at the The Salcey Forest 10k & 5k?
Baggage facilities will be provided at this event.
When can I access my time for The Salcey Forest 10k & 5k?
Nice Work endeavour to display live results at the Race HQ. Additionally, all times will be uploaded to www.nice-work.org.uk in the aftermath of the race.
Are there toilets at The Salcey Forest 10k & 5k?
There will be toilet facilities at the Race HQ.
Can I bring my dog to race with me at The Salcey Forest 10k & 5k?
Sadly dogs cannot take part in the race, but can be brought along to spectate.
Do I need trail running shoes to take part in The Salcey Forest 10k & 5k?
Normal running trainers are great for this race. However, if there has been lots of rain then you may have to consider trail running shoes.
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