Loseley Park 10K & 5K

You’ve stumbled across a mind-gripping, leg-burning, heart-racing and thrilling trail run in the heart of Surrey at Loseley Park, perhaps better known as ‘Broadlands’ in Netflix’s The Crown.

 

The Loseley Park 10K and 5K trail run is set against the stunning backdrop of Loseley House, which has hardly changed since it was built in the 16th century using reclaimed stone from Waverley Abbey.

 

With 1,400 acres to play with, the route will take you down a sandy section of the historic North Downs Way, on tractor ruts over the fields and along (and up, and down) muddy, winding trails through the woods – watch out for Muntjac and Roe deer gambolling amidst the bluebells!

 

The climbs won’t be the only thing to steal your breath - the view from the top of the Hog’s Back Ridge is spectacular - and you’ll also be treated to a scenic downhill stretch in your final kilometre.

 

Both distances are challenging - you WILL find it tough, and you WILL get muddy – just don’t forget your trail running shoes!

 

On entering this event, you should receive booking confirmation within 5 minutes. If it does not arrive, please check your spam/junk folder. Further event details will be communicated via email (to the address provided during registration) in the week prior to the event.

 

Entry on the Day will not be available at this event.

 

This event will not be Licensed.

 

Event Schedule

 

Enquiries: 7:30.
Start Times: Between 8:30 - 9:30. Allocated with respect to distance and/or estimated finish time (prioritising longer distances/quicker times) and communicated prior to the event by email and/or SMS, these times may be subject to change.
Finish: 12:30.

 

COVID-19 Mitigation

 

NHS Test and Trace will be in operation at this event. Participants will be required to complete a health declaration prior to arrival and to check-in where possible using the NHS COVID-19 app (available to download in advance for iOS or Android). Any information obtained will be held for 21 days after the event only and will not be used for any other purpose. Participants may not be permitted on site if they fail to follow this process, the full requirements for which will be communicated to all pre-registered participants in the week prior to the event.

 

One-way navigation and social distancing signage will be present on site to facilitate adherence to official guidance. Queue markers must be observed at all times and sanitisation stations used as frequently as necessary.

 

Unless there have been any changes following communication of the final pre-event information, there will be no event briefing on the day. Participants should read the communication thoroughly to familiarise themselves with the event details.

 

Participants will start individually at 10-15 second intervals to maintain social distancing with a recommended 15-30 minute arrival window allocated and communicated prior to the event. Participants from the same household/bubble will be permitted to start together and should arrive/start at the later of any times communicated to these participants prior to the event. Whilst running, participants should only overtake when there is enough room (at least 1m) to do so.

 

Once finished, participants should continue moving and follow signage and steward directions to keep the area clear for other finishers. Any post-event rewards (medal, water etc.) will be self-service (following hand-sanitisation) to ensure there is no contact amongst staff and participants.

 

Participants are asked to review the UKA Participant Code of Conduct prior to their arrival.

 

Event Details

 

The Route is a hilly trail, starting from Loseley House and climbing the Hog’s Back to reach stunning countryside views (the 5K loop follows the first part of the 10K uphill before splitting off for a flat section). The homebound section is mostly downhill. Whilst suitable for cross-country spikes, please be aware of a ~50m section of hardstanding at the start/finish.

 

Bib Numbers will only be available for collection at the event, participants should not expect to receive anything by mail.

 

To be fastened to the front of your top using safety pins provided, your number should be visible at all times. Your timing chip is attached to the back of your number and should not be removed.

 

Results will be uploaded live to our website (internet connection permitting) and communicated to all pre-registered participants within 24 hours of the event.

 

All finishers will receive a Medal on completing the event.

 



 

Our friends at FITSTUFF - the Guildford-based running shop and sports clinic - are sponsoring Prizes for the 1st place female/male runners in both categories.
 

Each of the 10K winners will receive a pair of running shoes up to the value of £120, with the 5K winners each receiving a £50 gift voucher to spend on anything in store!

 

Subject to a competitive field of participants, Prizes will also be awarded to 2nd/3rd place overall, and the top place in each of the veteran categories (V40/V50/V60/V70) for both females and males. Winners will be notified via email by the end of the following week where a presentation is not possible on the day.

 

Marshals will be present on the course throughout the event.

 

Course Markings, including arrows, tape and distance markers, will be visible on the course where necessary.

 

Pacers will not be offered at this event.

 

Facilities

 

Photography will be provided at this event, a link to which will be communicated to all pre-registered participants within 24 hours of the event.

 

Suitable Medical Cover will be provided at the event in case of a medical emergency. Participants must provide, during registration, details of any pre-existing medical conditions, disabilities, medication or allergies that may be relevant in the administration of any medical assistance. Participants should also provide the same information on the reverse of their bib number (where applicable) prior to starting the event, marking a large, red X (or other contrasting colour, using the pens provided) to the front of their number to alert the medical provider to any such information.

 

Bag Drop will be available. Whilst we recommend bringing as little as possible, you can leave essential belongings with us while you run using the tear-off baggage strip on your bib number. You can then present your bib number after the event to retrieve your item(s).

 

Water Stations will not be available on this course, participants must carry with them anything necessary to refuel and hydrate during the event.

 

Portable Toilets and sanitisation stations will be available around the Start/Finish area for use throughout the event. Toilets will not be available on the route.

 

Refreshments are expected be available throughout the event.

 

There are no dedicated Changing Rooms/Showers at this event.

 

Lost Property from an event will be kept for one month. If unclaimed, or ownership cannot be determined, lost property items will be donated to charity.

 

Other Information

 

These events are not suitable for Buggies, Pushchairs, Strollers or similar due to the nature of the terrain.

 

As part of our ongoing COVID response, to ensure the opportunities for social distancing are maximised throughout our events, Spectators are strongly discouraged at this event.

 

Participants must not be accompanied by a personally owned or controlled Dog during the event. Entries may be accepted from participants with medical assistance dogs, subject to them being correctly registered and identifiable as such, and subject to prior approval by the Event Director.

 

This event is not suitable for Wheelchair Users due to the nature of the terrain.

 

Noise-cancelling Earphones/Headphones are prohibited and whilst we discourage the use of other earphones/headphones at this event for those competing in running events, participants choosing to use them should ensure they are set to a low enough volume that instructions from marshals and/or other event officials can be clearly understood. We reserve the right to disqualify participants who cannot hear instructions as a result of their use.

 

Since this event takes place at a venue open to the public, participants should remain vigilant of each other, spectators, marshals, cyclists, dogs and other users of public footpaths and rights of way at all times.

 

Whilst there is no strict Time-Limit for this event, in order that we adhere to the restrictions imposed by the hire agreement, it may be necessary for us to begin deconstruction of the course and/or start/finish area at approximately 12:30 to facilitate our departure from the premises by the agreed time. Participants will need to be able to complete their event by this time.

 

Social

 

For event updates or future promotions, you can find AAT Events on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also join our Strava club to see how your fellow competitors are training and compare your race day performance.