Hamsterley Forest Runner
From Forestry England
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Hamsterley Forest Runner
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Races
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5k
Age 12+ yrs
Entries closed£22.00
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10k
Age 16+ yrs
Entries closed£24.75
Event information
The challenging 10k follows a short, downhill gravel section before swiftly moving into a sharp uphill, passing through mature pine trees. The route levels out and offers breathtaking views of Weardale and the North Pennines. The highest point of the route is quickly left behind as a right hand junction takes you onto a trail surface with loose stone and sand. The descent, adjacent to a picturesque burn, is renowned for spotting deer. The trail descends, gradually hugging the burn and meeting the finish line.
The 5km route is a beautiful circuit north of the Euden Beck. This takes in some of the highest points in this part of the valley, offering plenty of challenge for the shorter distance.
Not only that, you’re helping us to plant more trees; all profits go back into your local forest so that we can keep growing, shaping and caring for our forests across the nation.
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Organiser's description
Hamsterley’s extensive network of trails and paths provides the perfect venue for this 5k and 10k. Take in the beautiful valley views during your run in County Durham’s largest forest.
Location
Hamsterley Forest, Hamsterley, Bedburn, County Durham DL13 3NL
Hamsterley Forest Runner
Forestry England
Forest Runner returns for 2022-23! Our forests are the perfect place to run and this autumn we are excited to bring you Forest Runner, our series of 5k and 10k events. Hosted at twelve of our beautiful forests across England, you can choose to run either a 5k or a 10k event and feel inspired to be a forest runner! The profits from Forest Runner sales help us grow, shape and care for your local forest, now and for future generations.
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