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BigSky
Fordingbridge, Hampshire
SP6 2JD Abbotswell Road, Fordingbridge, United KingdomSun 17th September 2023
Starting at 07:00
2 races
£39.00 - £49.00
Organiser's Description
We have new routes this year, which take you to beautiful little-known parts of the spectacular New Forest. There are 2 distances, 18 miles and marathon, each a fantastic challenge! The Ultra will return for next year!
BigSky is part of our Classic Element Trail Run Series, symbolizing the classic element Air! The series consists of four trail running events based on the 4 classic elements….Air, Fire, Water and Earth. Whether it’s running under never-ending sky (Air), battling over ancient rugged coastline (Water), Pushing yourself on under a relentless sun (Fire) or clawing over muddy hills and rainy valleys (Earth), BigFeat Events have developed a series of races, BigMud, BigSea, BigHeat and BigSky, that will Challenge you, Awaken you and Inspire you!
BigSky is fully marked and marshalled, with 2 aid stations for the 18 mile route and 3 for the marathon. Both routes showcase the best scenery in the New Forest before finishing with a thrilling run along Hampton Ridge back to Hyde Common, where all runners will receive a bespoke event medal and the chance to sit back and look out over the awe-inspiring New Forest National Park.
Races
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18 Mile
£39.00
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Marathon
£49.00
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Book
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18 Mile
£39.00
CLOSED -
Marathon
£49.00
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Course Details
On both routes, runners experience the best of the New Forest National Park. We visit little known parts of the forest to give a unique experience! Route is undulating, the views are spectacular!
The Marathon and Ultra continue on across Fritham Plain to Nomansland, Deadmans Hill and Godshill.
At the 2nd course split, the 62km Ultramarathon will depart Hope Cottage and cross the border into the vast farmlands of Wiltshire, before crossing the River Avon at the weir to the West of Trafalgar Park, following the river to Downton and then returning to the National Park at Godshill Enclosure.
Here the Ultra meets the marathon course and you’ll be treated to a final climb up Cockley Hill, before the thrilling run along Hampton Ridge to the finish back at Hyde Common, where all runners will receive a bespoke event medal and a chance to sit back and look out over the amazing New Forest.
What's Included
Sunrise is spectacular from the viewpoint here. All routes are fully marked and marshalled with yummy feed stations and a bespoke medal at the end. Free parking on site and a welcoming, friendly atmosphere is guaranteed!
- Trail run in the spectacular New Forest
- Incredible views and scenery
- Fully marked courses
- Yummy well stocked aid stations
- Bespoke finishers medal
- Friendly, enthusiastic volunteers
- Energetic and fun atmosphere
- On course photographers
- Excellent value for money
Parking
Location
itinerary
REGISTRATION
6:30am – 7am
*Sunrise is at 6:47am and is spectacular from the viewpoint here.
RACE BRIEFING
7:10am
RACE START TIMES
7:15am – Marathon
7.20am – 18 Mile
CUT OFFS
18 Mile – 4 1/2 Hrs
Marathon – 7 Hrs
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