Forestry 100 Running Series Forest of Dean
- Date Sun 8th September 2019
- Location Coleford, Gloucestershire
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Forestry 100 Running Series on Sunday, September 8th, 2019, held in the stunning Forest of Dean, Coleford, Gloucestershire. This vibrant event celebrates 100 years of the Forestry Commission England with a unique 10k running series that takes you through some of the most picturesque forests in the country. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting, you can choose to participate in any individual 10k event or take on the ultimate challenge by completing the Forestry 100 and running 100k across ten events in the series.
Each 10k trail in this series offers its own distinctive charm, with routes that range from flat and fast to challenging yet breathtakingly beautiful. The adventure begins at the hidden gem of Mallard's Pike Lake, where you'll navigate through a mix of hard stone paths, forest tracks, and singletrack sections. As you run, keep an eye out for the incredible wildlife that calls these expansive woodlands home. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a fantastic day of running and camaraderie!
Each 10k trail in this series offers its own distinctive charm, with routes that range from flat and fast to challenging yet breathtakingly beautiful. The adventure begins at the hidden gem of Mallard's Pike Lake, where you'll navigate through a mix of hard stone paths, forest tracks, and singletrack sections. As you run, keep an eye out for the incredible wildlife that calls these expansive woodlands home. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a fantastic day of running and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
Celebrate 100 years of Forestry Commission England, with a unique 10k running series through the forests of England. Enter any individual 10k event, or conquer the nation's forests and complete the Forestry 100 Challenge and run 100k of forest trails across any ten events in the series. Set in 16 beautiful forest sites around the Country, each 10k trail has its own individual characteristics. Will it be flat and fast, picturesque but punishing, or steady with stunning scenery?
The hidden gem, veiled in the heart of the Forest of Dean - Mallard's Pike Lake, kicks off this 10k trail, which then undulates its way through the Forest on a mixture of hard stone paths, forest tracks and singletrack sections. Keep your eyes peeled for the abundance of wildlife in the expansive woodland.
The hidden gem, veiled in the heart of the Forest of Dean - Mallard's Pike Lake, kicks off this 10k trail, which then undulates its way through the Forest on a mixture of hard stone paths, forest tracks and singletrack sections. Keep your eyes peeled for the abundance of wildlife in the expansive woodland.
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Jonny
·6 years ago
Well organised and picturesque run. Loved it, tough 1st half to race followed by a fast end
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Forest of Dean, Coleford, UK
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