Essex Cross Country 10k Series - Hylands Park

The Race Organiser logo

From The Race Organiser

  • Date Sat 11th May 2019
  • Time 09:45
  • Location Chelmsford, Essex
  • Price £14.00 - £16.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 10km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Essex Cross Country 10k Series at Hylands Park in Chelmsford, Essex! Organized by The Race Organiser, this exciting event will take place on Saturday, May 11, 2019. As part of a monthly series running from April to September, this 10K race invites participants to venture off the beaten path and immerse themselves in the beauty of nature through trail running.

Hylands Park, with its stunning landscapes, provides the perfect backdrop for runners looking to challenge themselves and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to the sport, the Essex Cross Country Series offers an exhilarating experience for everyone. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow runners and embrace the joy of trail running this summer!

Organiser's Description

The Essex Cross Country Series is a monthly 10K series that takes place each year from April to September. Taking place in 5 different spectacular country parks in Essex, these races offer an opportunity to get away from the road and experience trail running in the Summer months. Races can be entered individually.

Races

  • 10 Km

    £16.00

    CLOSED
  • 10 Km

    UK Athletics Members

    £14.00

    CLOSED
Location

Hylands Park, Chelmsford, Essex. CM2 8WQ.

What's Included

Chip timed

Bag Drop: You can leave your belongings with us while you race using the tear-off baggage strip on your race number, collecting after you finish by presenting your race number.

Toilets: There are free toilets in Writtle Gate car park (next to Mauros in the Park) for use throughout the event.

Race Marshals: Marshals will be present on the course throughout the race.

Distance Markers: The route will be clearly indicated with arrows, tape and Km markers where necessary.

Water Stations: There will be a water station at the finish, passed on each lap, at which water will be provided in recyclable plastic cups.

Goody Bag: All runners will receive a goody bag on finishing the race.

Refreshments: Refreshments will be available at Mauros in the Park throughout the event.

Medals: All finishers will receive a medal on completing the race.

Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to the top three runners overall and the top runner in each of the veteran categories

Course Details

The course consists of 2 laps on a mixture of gravel pathway, forest ground and grass fields with sections of exposed tree roots and low hanging branches, and is suitable for runners of all abilities. Please always be vigilant of other runners, spectators, dogs, cyclists and other users of public footpaths and rights of way.

Buggies/Pushchairs: This race is not suitable for runners with buggies/pushchairs.

Wheelchair Users: This race is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Reviews

Done this event?

First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.

Add a review

Location

London Road, Chelmsford, Essex. CM2 8WQ

Who's In

See who else did this event

Andrew Campbell

You might like