Owl Challenge
Salcey Forest
Fri 14th June 2024
Starting at 18:00
1 race
£37.00
Organiser's Description
There is no pressure from us, but we’ll also see if you want one more lap! The format is great for people looking to run further than they’ve ever done before, do a long training run for future events or to enjoy a sociable event with your friends.
The 3.5-mile off-road loop means your race can be 5k or even over 80K and anywhere in between. You decide how many laps you're going to do on the day within the 6-hour time limit. If you're looking to cover a marathon distance you'll need to complete 7 laps (+ a little out and back) and a half marathon will be 3 laps (+ an out and back).
Races
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Owl Challenge
Fri 14th June 2024
£37.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1?
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Owl Challenge
Fri 14th June 2024
£37.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Association of Running Clubs (ARC) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1?
Course Details
The route is along well maintained pathways. There isn't a meter of asphalt and the pathways are mainly crushed stone or very well trodden open forest floor. Obviously being in the middle of a forest the narrower ones are covered in tree detritus and can become a bit muddy and grimy, especially when wet. On a dry day road shoes will be perfectly acceptable, on a wet day trail shoes may be a better bet as some parts can become a bit slippy.
How to Get There
You do have to pay to park (between £4-£6 at the time of writing). That said, be a hero and car share, save money and the world!
The number 33 bus stops inside Salcey Forest and goes between Northampton and Milton Keynes (obviously it doesn’t run at midnight…!).
It is 18 minutes from Northampton and 9 minutes from Junction 15 of the M1. The closest train station is Northampton.
Location
FAQs
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Can I run with my dog?
No, our canicross season finishes in March
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I’m not that fussed by a medal, drink and flapjack…
In that case our partnership with Trees Not Tees may be of interest! When you sign up to this event you can select to have no finish line swag and instead we’ll donate the cost of this to Trees Not Tees who will plant a tree in their Scottish woodland on your behalf!
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Can I transfer or defer my place?
Transfers and deferrals can be made anytime up to 7 days before the event.