World Series of Running - South Africa

Name: World Series of Running - South Africa
Start: 2022-08-24T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-08-24T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Cyclopark, The Tollgate, Watling St, Gravesend, Istead Rise, Gravesend DA11 7NP, UK

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Wind down your summer season with another instalment from the World Series of Running and see how far your running has come along this season. Complete as many 3.74 mile laps as you can within the 6 hour time limit on this mostly flat course and you might just set a new PB.

Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, and 1 more

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9:00am Thu 25th Aug 2022

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Gravesend, United Kingdom

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Where and when

Location

Cyclopark, The Tollgate, Watling St, Gravesend, Istead Rise, Gravesend DA11 7NP, UK

Start times

9:00am Thu 25th Aug 2022

Ultra:

9:00am |

Marathon:

9:00am |

Half Marathon:

9:00am |

10k:

9:00am

Event summary

Here are the distances available for World Series of Running - South Africa

Ultra

50km

£34.95

Marathon

42km

£34.95

Half Marathon

21km

£34.95

10k

10km

£34.95

Route information

The 3.74 mile out and back route will entirely be along mostly flat and smooth cycle paths. There will be 2 small road crossing so please be sure to look out for traffic.

You can complete as many or as little laps as you can within the 6 hours.

Please remember that the Cyclopark will be open to the public and you will be sharing the surrounding paths and trails with the public, that includes dog walkers, ramblers and cyclists so you will need to be aware of your surroundings.

Half Marathon - 3.5 laps
Marathon - 7 laps
Ultra - 8+ laps

What's included

Bespoke South Africa themed Finisher's Medal
Well stocked base camp & aid station
Refreshments
Toilets

How to get there

Cyclopark, The Tollgate, Watling St, Gravesend, Istead Rise, Gravesend DA11 7NP, UK

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Parking

There is parking available on-site in the Main Car Park and the Overflow Parking. Please note that all car parks are Pay & Display costing £3.60 per day.

By Car

The Cyclopark is just off the A2 at Gravesend making it easily accessible by car.

Event day logistics

08:00 Cyclopark opens to the public

08:15 Registration opens

08:50 Mandatory race briefing

09:00 Event starts

15:00 Event finishes

Race Numbers

You'll pick up your race number on the morning of the event from the registration desk at the race base camp.

Age Requirements

Children over the age of 11 are permitted to take part in this event so long as they are accompanied by an adult at all times and do not exceed the following distances.

Aged 11-12 can run a maximum of 5k
Aged 13-14 can run a maximum of 6k
Aged 15 can run a maximum of 10k
Aged 16 can run a maximum of 15k
Aged 17 can run a maximum of 25k

Aid Station

You'll visit the aid station after every 3.74 mile lap. This will be fully stocked by the event organiser but you are welcome to leave your own on the table for runner's supplies.

On-site Facilities

There will be toilets, changing rooms, showers and a cafe available from 09:00 to 18:00 at the Cyclopark cafe.

Headphones and Earphones

You will be able to use headphones and earphones during the 6 Hour Challenge. Please have the volume low and be aware of others you are sharing the space with.

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1st September 2022 - Canada
2nd September 2022 - Germany
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FAQs

Can I listen to music whilst I run the World Series of Running - South Africa?

Yes. Please keep the volume low so you're aware of your surroundings as the space is shared with the public.

What kind of shoes will I need to wear for the World Series of Running - South Africa?

Road shoes should be fine for this course. The majority of the route will be along cycle paths and pavement.

Will there be toilets at the World Series of Running - South Africa?

Yes, there are toilets, showers and changing facilities on-site.

Will there be a bag drop at the World Series of Running - South Africa?

No, there won't be an official bag drop area but you are welcome to leave your bag at the start/finish area. Someone will always be around however all items are left at their own risk.

When will I get my race number for the World Series of Running - South Africa?

All race numbers will be picked up on the day from the race base camp.

Is there somewhere to park for the World Series of Running - South Africa?

Yes, there is plenty of parking on-site. The cost to park for all day is £3.60.

Do I have to run for the whole 6 hours of the World Series of Running - South Africa?

Not at all! You can run as many or as little laps as you can or want to. You will have to complete a minimum of 1 lap in order to get a bespoke finisher's medal.

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