Round Reading Ultra Marathon
UV
From Ultra Violet Ltd
Saturday 27th July 2024
Past event
07:00
Reading, Sonning
£72.38 · 1 race
Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Round Reading Ultra Marathon, proudly organized by Ultra Violet Ltd! Set to take place on Saturday, July 27th, 2024, this thrilling event invites participants to tackle a stunning 50km multi-terrain course that beautifully circumnavigates the vibrant town of Reading in Berkshire.
Runners will enjoy a diverse range of terrains, from flat river and canal towpaths to undulating woodland trails, as well as charming country lanes and paths that wind through Reading's lush urban green spaces. Whether you're a seasoned ultra-runner or a newcomer looking for a challenge, the Round Reading Ultra Marathon promises an exhilarating adventure amidst picturesque landscapes. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to push your limits and celebrate the spirit of running in a beautiful setting!
Runners will enjoy a diverse range of terrains, from flat river and canal towpaths to undulating woodland trails, as well as charming country lanes and paths that wind through Reading's lush urban green spaces. Whether you're a seasoned ultra-runner or a newcomer looking for a challenge, the Round Reading Ultra Marathon promises an exhilarating adventure amidst picturesque landscapes. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to push your limits and celebrate the spirit of running in a beautiful setting!
Round Reading Ultra Marathon
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A multi terrain course that circumnavigates the town of Reading. The route is largely flat and takes in the Thames towpath, trails, woodlands, the canal towpath, road sections, suburban areas and green spaces.
A fabulous start/finish venue with space to stretch out, food & drink at the bar, showers, parking
An amazing bespoke medal
A Round Reading memento
Feed Stations & free delivery of your own personal nutrition
A signed course with additional GPS data to guide you around
Medical Support
Onsite Car Parking
An amazing bespoke medal
A Round Reading memento
Feed Stations & free delivery of your own personal nutrition
A signed course with additional GPS data to guide you around
Medical Support
Onsite Car Parking
Parking at the start/finish: On-site free parking. Cars must be removed from site the same day - no overnight stay
Berkshire County Sports Club, Sonning Lane, Sonning, Reading, RG4 6ST
Please approach via Sonning (Charvil Lane, Pound Lane, Pearson Road) to allow your fellow runners to cross the road shortly after the start.
Registration will be at the start/finish venue from 6:15-7:15am
Entries on the day - we can take entries on the day
Baggage Drop - please leave bags in your car, which will be a short walk away from the start line. For those not driving we will provide a space for you to leave a bag, however this is not secure therefore please do not leave valuables
Entries on the day - we can take entries on the day
Baggage Drop - please leave bags in your car, which will be a short walk away from the start line. For those not driving we will provide a space for you to leave a bag, however this is not secure therefore please do not leave valuables
There will be a staggered start between 07:00am –07:30am.
Groups of runners will be started off at intervals.
Times will be pre-allocated.
You can choose your approximate start time when registering and your exact start time will be confirmed before race day
Groups of runners will be started off at intervals.
Times will be pre-allocated.
You can choose your approximate start time when registering and your exact start time will be confirmed before race day
There are five checkpoints on the course.
CP1 @ 9.2km
CP2 @ 19.1km
CP3 @ 26km
CP4 @ 32.1km
CP5 @ 42.3km
Each checkpoint will enable you to refill your bottle with water, coca cola and/or Active Root. There will also be a selection of sweet and savoury items.
It is mandatory to visit each checkpoint even if you don't require food or drink.
You may also have your own preferred nutrition delivered ahead of your arrival to checkpoints 3, 4 & 5. Personal items can be dropped in the box at registration- this is a free service.
CP1 @ 9.2km
CP2 @ 19.1km
CP3 @ 26km
CP4 @ 32.1km
CP5 @ 42.3km
Each checkpoint will enable you to refill your bottle with water, coca cola and/or Active Root. There will also be a selection of sweet and savoury items.
It is mandatory to visit each checkpoint even if you don't require food or drink.
You may also have your own preferred nutrition delivered ahead of your arrival to checkpoints 3, 4 & 5. Personal items can be dropped in the box at registration- this is a free service.
- There will be toilets at the start, finish & Checkpoint 2 (19.1km) and Checkpoint 4 (32.1km). There will be various toilets at points along the course- please see the googlemaps for more details.
Yellow signs with black arrows & red/white tape for the whole course. In addition, you will also see small orange RRUM stickers.
You will be sent the RRUM 2024 GPS file for the route in the week before race day.
There will be a google map version of the route made available, showing checkpoints and any public toilets along the route
You will be sent the RRUM 2024 GPS file for the route in the week before race day.
There will be a google map version of the route made available, showing checkpoints and any public toilets along the route
The cut-off time is 10hrs (from 07:00) and all runners are expected at the finish by 5pm.
If you start at 7am, you will have 10 hours to complete the RRUM.
If you start at 7:30am, you will have 9.5 hours to complete the RRUM.
The earlier you begin, the more time you will have on the course.
If you start at 7am, you will have 10 hours to complete the RRUM.
If you start at 7:30am, you will have 9.5 hours to complete the RRUM.
The earlier you begin, the more time you will have on the course.
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Organiser's description
The Round Reading Ultra Marathon (RRUM) takes place on Saturday 27th July 2024, taking in a fabulous multi terrain course that circumnavigates the town of Reading, Berkshire.
The 50km course will include a variety of terrain, including flat river and canal towpaths, undulating woodland trails, country lanes and paths through Reading's many urban green spaces.
The 50km course will include a variety of terrain, including flat river and canal towpaths, undulating woodland trails, country lanes and paths through Reading's many urban green spaces.
Location
Berkshire County Sports Club, Sonning Lane, Sonning, Reading RG4 6ST
Bluecoat School, Sonning, Reading RG4 6ST, UK
Round Reading Ultra Marathon
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