Hameldown Hammer Half & Hameldown 7EVEN
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From pureTrail.uk
- Date Sun 23rd February 2020
- Location Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Devon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of trail running at the Hameldown Hammer Half & Hameldown 7EVEN, taking place on Sunday, February 23, 2020, in the stunning Newton Abbot, Devon. Organised by pureTrail.uk, this event promises two exhilarating races that showcase the breathtaking beauty of Dartmoor.
The Hameldown Hammer Half is a demanding half marathon that tests your endurance with 98% of the course on well-defined, grassy, and rocky trails. Runners will tackle a total ascent of over 600 meters, including a challenging double ascent of the iconic Hameldown Ridge, rewarding participants with panoramic views of the moor and tors. For those seeking a slightly shorter challenge, the Hameldown 7EVEN, affectionately dubbed the ‘Long 10k,’ features over 300 meters of ascent and still includes the thrilling double ascent of the Hameldown Ridge.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exhilarating event that combines stunning scenery with a test of physical prowess. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer to the trail, the Hameldown Hammer will be a day to remember!
The Hameldown Hammer Half is a demanding half marathon that tests your endurance with 98% of the course on well-defined, grassy, and rocky trails. Runners will tackle a total ascent of over 600 meters, including a challenging double ascent of the iconic Hameldown Ridge, rewarding participants with panoramic views of the moor and tors. For those seeking a slightly shorter challenge, the Hameldown 7EVEN, affectionately dubbed the ‘Long 10k,’ features over 300 meters of ascent and still includes the thrilling double ascent of the Hameldown Ridge.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exhilarating event that combines stunning scenery with a test of physical prowess. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer to the trail, the Hameldown Hammer will be a day to remember!
Organiser's Description
Two tough but scenic races which start and finish from the iconic Dartmoor village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor, at the foot of the Hameldown ‘massif’. The Hammer is a challenging race, designed to be a serious test of endurance - 98% trail over well defined, grassy, rocky, sometimes muddy tracks, through forestry glades, with a total ascent of over 600m. Most significantly, there is a double ascent of the Hameldown Ridge…. The Hammer rises high and steep; it affords spectacular views of the moor and tors, with some of the best trail running Dartmoor has to offer.
The shorter race, Hameldown 7EVEN - the ‘Long 10k’ - has 300m+ of ascent and still includes a double ascent of the Hameldown Ridge.
The shorter race, Hameldown 7EVEN - the ‘Long 10k’ - has 300m+ of ascent and still includes a double ascent of the Hameldown Ridge.
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