Greensand Country Ultra Trail 50k
RR
From Runaway Racing
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Greensand Country Ultra Trail 50KM, taking place on Saturday, June 10th, 2023! Organized by Runaway Racing, this exciting event invites participants to tackle a stunning single-loop 50km ultra marathon through the breathtaking countryside of Biggleswade, Central Bedfordshire. As the third edition of this fantastic race, this year promises to be even more special, featuring its first-ever Saturday schedule. Lace up your running shoes and join fellow enthusiasts for a day filled with camaraderie, beautiful scenery, and the thrill of pushing your limits in one of Bedfordshire's finest landscapes. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself and experience the joy of trail running!
Greensand Country Ultra Trail 50k
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Andrew Fowler
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Great race overall. Unusually high temps on race day could have used ice at the aid stations or additional water stop along the route.
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Greensand Country Ultra Trail
50KM
Entries closed£69.50
Event information
Our 50km route starts from the Shuttleworth Estate following a cross country route on private trails.
Runners then complete an anti-clockwise loop passing through Old Warden, Haynes, Clophill, Chicksands, Shefford and Broom.
The terrain and surrounding countryside is varied, eyecatching and undulating throughout. This makes the course extremely runnable and a great choice for anyone aiming to complete their first ultra.
The whole route is marked with orange arrows and ribbons
Runners then complete an anti-clockwise loop passing through Old Warden, Haynes, Clophill, Chicksands, Shefford and Broom.
The terrain and surrounding countryside is varied, eyecatching and undulating throughout. This makes the course extremely runnable and a great choice for anyone aiming to complete their first ultra.
The whole route is marked with orange arrows and ribbons
Free parking is available on site.
Our event base, held at the Shuttleworth, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EP is designed for runners and spectators to enjoy both pre and post-race.
Hot drinks will be on offer throughout the day, along with delicious food and local beer.
Car parking is available on site, along with toilets and a bag drop facility for runners.
Hot drinks will be on offer throughout the day, along with delicious food and local beer.
Car parking is available on site, along with toilets and a bag drop facility for runners.
This race will be fully marked, with our orange arrow markers and ribbons.
Additionally, marshals will be positioned on the route, in locations we deem difficult to maneuver yourself.
We do ask all runners to carry a digital version of the route, either on a watch or phone, just in case you find yourself off route.
*What happens if I get lost?*
Retrace your steps, looking out for a left/right turn that you may have missed.
If you have the GPS track on your watch or phone or are carrying a route map, consult this to help find the correct path.
If this fails, please call the event phone number.
Sometimes signage gets tampered with, if you think this is the case please alert the race director via the event phone number.
Remember, successfully navigating yourself around the route, is part of the challenge in a trail race, keep your head up and look out for signs at all times.
Additionally, marshals will be positioned on the route, in locations we deem difficult to maneuver yourself.
We do ask all runners to carry a digital version of the route, either on a watch or phone, just in case you find yourself off route.
*What happens if I get lost?*
Retrace your steps, looking out for a left/right turn that you may have missed.
If you have the GPS track on your watch or phone or are carrying a route map, consult this to help find the correct path.
If this fails, please call the event phone number.
Sometimes signage gets tampered with, if you think this is the case please alert the race director via the event phone number.
Remember, successfully navigating yourself around the route, is part of the challenge in a trail race, keep your head up and look out for signs at all times.
All three checkpoints will act as both timing points and feed stations. These will contain the following items:
Water
Coke
Mountain fuel electrolyte drink (pre-mixed)
Mountain fuel energy gels
Selection of crisps and sweets
Tribe energy bars
Fresh fruit
Water
Coke
Mountain fuel electrolyte drink (pre-mixed)
Mountain fuel energy gels
Selection of crisps and sweets
Tribe energy bars
Fresh fruit
All runners will be required to carry the following items for the entirety of the run:
Mobile phone (emergency number saved)
Route map on watch/phone or paper map (provided)
Windproof or light jacket
Refillable water/hydration system (0.5L min)
Cash or bank card
Mobile phone (emergency number saved)
Route map on watch/phone or paper map (provided)
Windproof or light jacket
Refillable water/hydration system (0.5L min)
Cash or bank card
Organiser's description
A single loop 50km ultra marathon through Bedfordshire's finest countryside.
The next edition of the Greensand Country Ultra Trail will take place on Saturday 10th June 2023.
We are thrilled to have this race on the calendar for its 3rd year, and now for the first time on a Saturday!
The next edition of the Greensand Country Ultra Trail will take place on Saturday 10th June 2023.
We are thrilled to have this race on the calendar for its 3rd year, and now for the first time on a Saturday!
Location
Shuttleworth House, Biggleswade, UK
Greensand Country Ultra Trail 50k
RR
Runaway Racing
Runaway Racing has been organising trail running events since 2017, including the popular Chiltern Ridge 50K. We are a small team with a focus on creating friendly, inclusive and enjoyable races.
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