Chiltern Hills Challenge (Multi-Day)
RT
From Run the Wild
Saturday 6th – Sunday 7th May 2023
Past event
08:45
Tring
£100.00 · 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Chiltern Hills Challenge, a thrilling multi-day trail running event organized by Run the Wild! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Chiltern Hills, this adventure takes place from Saturday, May 6th to Sunday, May 7th, 2023, in Tring, Hertfordshire. Participants will embark on a remarkable journey covering approximately 18 miles each day, making it perfect for both newcomers to trail running and seasoned athletes looking to push their limits.
This unforgettable weekend includes half-board accommodation at a charming English Country Inn, where you can enjoy delicious meals and a hearty hot breakfast. You'll benefit from guided trails, trail technique instruction, and insights into the local landscape and environment. With well-stocked checkpoints, finisher’s tech t-shirts, and evening inspirational films, the Chiltern Hills Challenge promises to be a fantastic way to escape the city and immerse yourself in nature. Easily accessible from London via rail or road, this event is not only a chance to discover new paths but also an opportunity to embrace the wild! Don't miss out on this adventure—secure your spot with a deposit of £100 today!
This unforgettable weekend includes half-board accommodation at a charming English Country Inn, where you can enjoy delicious meals and a hearty hot breakfast. You'll benefit from guided trails, trail technique instruction, and insights into the local landscape and environment. With well-stocked checkpoints, finisher’s tech t-shirts, and evening inspirational films, the Chiltern Hills Challenge promises to be a fantastic way to escape the city and immerse yourself in nature. Easily accessible from London via rail or road, this event is not only a chance to discover new paths but also an opportunity to embrace the wild! Don't miss out on this adventure—secure your spot with a deposit of £100 today!
Chiltern Hills Challenge (Multi-Day)
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Entries closedSaturday 6th May 2023
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Day 1:
Leaving Tring station, you’ll be led as a small team through the country footpaths towards Bledlow. Since all our trips are guided, you can enjoy the scenery, focus on your running and style. The path winds along a quiet trail through deep woods, grassy ridges and steep hills as well as through hamlets mainly seen in period dramas. 18 miles later and a few hills behind you, it’s time to get to the accommodation for a hot shower, a few drinks and dinner. Unlike races we emphasise the social aspect of our events. There will be plenty of time to chat about your running past and ambitions with your team members. We will also be showing some inspirational films.
Day 2:
Following a good night sleep in a comfortable bed and a hot breakfast, you’ll be ready to take on the second day where we follow a different route back through Chiltern Hills. The trails undulate along grassy outlooks, through beech and oak woods and through more tiny English villages. 36 miles completed and you will be rewarded with a RtW tech shirt.
Leaving Tring station, you’ll be led as a small team through the country footpaths towards Bledlow. Since all our trips are guided, you can enjoy the scenery, focus on your running and style. The path winds along a quiet trail through deep woods, grassy ridges and steep hills as well as through hamlets mainly seen in period dramas. 18 miles later and a few hills behind you, it’s time to get to the accommodation for a hot shower, a few drinks and dinner. Unlike races we emphasise the social aspect of our events. There will be plenty of time to chat about your running past and ambitions with your team members. We will also be showing some inspirational films.
Day 2:
Following a good night sleep in a comfortable bed and a hot breakfast, you’ll be ready to take on the second day where we follow a different route back through Chiltern Hills. The trails undulate along grassy outlooks, through beech and oak woods and through more tiny English villages. 36 miles completed and you will be rewarded with a RtW tech shirt.
Overnight accommodation (based on twin room sharing, supplement for single room)
Evening meal (from set menu) and hot breakfast
Films in the evening
Bag transport to the accommodation
Refreshment point each day with access to your spare kit bag
Run Leader for the team, with you every step of the way
Run the Wild tech t-shirt
60km of amazing scenery!
Evening meal (from set menu) and hot breakfast
Films in the evening
Bag transport to the accommodation
Refreshment point each day with access to your spare kit bag
Run Leader for the team, with you every step of the way
Run the Wild tech t-shirt
60km of amazing scenery!
Accommodation on the Saturday night will be at the comfortable Peacock Country Inn near Bledlow. Rooms are on a twin sharing basis unless you request for a single room at a supplemental rate of £75.
The event starts from The Home Office, Tring is just 40 minutes North West of London with train links from Euston. Tring train station is just 10 minutes’ walk away and also has a taxi rank. There is an on-site free car park. Accommodation is available nearby, please get in touch if you would like any recommendations.
8.15 - 8.45am
To take part in a Run the Wild holiday or event you will be required to carry at least the relevant mandatory kit. This is for your safety. If you have any questions please get in touch. We also recommend you read our guide on how to choose trail shoes and there is a great article here explaining why trail shoes are much better than road shoes!
UK MANDATORY KIT LIST
COVID-19:
Face covering (e.g. mask or buff)
Hand sanitiser
CLOTHES:
Wicking top and shorts / leggings
Socks
Trail running shoes (sufficient tread)
ACCESSORIES:
Fully Charged Mobile Phone including the number of your Run Leader and Event Director (charge before use and make sure it’s in a waterproof case or bag)
Whistle (normally found attached to your bag)
Personal first aid kit (eg: blister packs, sunscreen, inhaler etc)
Water bottles or bladder (if distance or weather requires it)
Snacks (if distance requires it)
Lightweight, comfortable running pack, max 12 litres (if distance requires it)
WEATHER DEPENDENT ITEMS:
Lightweight waterproof jacket
Sun hat / cap
Warm hat and gloves
Waterproof bags / dry bags
Please note: we will not be checking your kit on the day, unless there is adverse weather conditions. We highly recommend you bring these items for your safety.
EUROPE MANDATORY KIT LIST
COVID-19
Face covering (e.g. mask or buff)
Hand sanitiser
CLOTHES:
Lightweight waterproof jacket (preferably Goretex / Event – must have a hood and sleeves)
Lightweight waterproof trousers or leggings (optional for Intro to the Alps and Running & Yoga trip)
Wicking top and shorts / leggings
Sun hat / cap
Warm hat and gloves
Additional warm layer / thermal top (for when we stop or it gets cold)
Socks (eg: Injinji)
Trail running shoes (sufficient tread)
ACCESSORIES:
Fully Charged Mobile Phone including the number of your Run Leader and Event Director (charge before use and make sure it’s in a waterproof case or bag)
Lightweight, comfortable running pack (5-12 litres ideal for our weekend trips, 11-15 litres for longer trips)
Water Bottles / Bladder with minimum of 1 litre capacity in total
Sunglasses (the sun is very strong in the Alps)
Snacks to sustain you for the planned route (eg: TRIBE bars, trail mix, chocolate)
Salt Tablets (e.g. Nuuns, especially in hot weather)
Emergency cash
Waterproof bags / dry bags to keep stuff dry
Headtorch (only on multiday trips eg: TMB for use in accommodation)
Whistle (normally found attached to your bag)
Personal first aid kit (eg: blister packs, sunscreen, asthma inhaler etc)
We will be checking your kit for our European adventures.
POLES
Although not mandatory, we highly recommend trail running poles for our European adventures, especially if you are taking part in the TMB or similarly longer trips. They have been proven to help! We recomnend Leki’s lightweight trail running poles due to their comfort, durability and design. We demonstrate how to use poles correctly on all of our trips, including in the UK.
UK MANDATORY KIT LIST
COVID-19:
Face covering (e.g. mask or buff)
Hand sanitiser
CLOTHES:
Wicking top and shorts / leggings
Socks
Trail running shoes (sufficient tread)
ACCESSORIES:
Fully Charged Mobile Phone including the number of your Run Leader and Event Director (charge before use and make sure it’s in a waterproof case or bag)
Whistle (normally found attached to your bag)
Personal first aid kit (eg: blister packs, sunscreen, inhaler etc)
Water bottles or bladder (if distance or weather requires it)
Snacks (if distance requires it)
Lightweight, comfortable running pack, max 12 litres (if distance requires it)
WEATHER DEPENDENT ITEMS:
Lightweight waterproof jacket
Sun hat / cap
Warm hat and gloves
Waterproof bags / dry bags
Please note: we will not be checking your kit on the day, unless there is adverse weather conditions. We highly recommend you bring these items for your safety.
EUROPE MANDATORY KIT LIST
COVID-19
Face covering (e.g. mask or buff)
Hand sanitiser
CLOTHES:
Lightweight waterproof jacket (preferably Goretex / Event – must have a hood and sleeves)
Lightweight waterproof trousers or leggings (optional for Intro to the Alps and Running & Yoga trip)
Wicking top and shorts / leggings
Sun hat / cap
Warm hat and gloves
Additional warm layer / thermal top (for when we stop or it gets cold)
Socks (eg: Injinji)
Trail running shoes (sufficient tread)
ACCESSORIES:
Fully Charged Mobile Phone including the number of your Run Leader and Event Director (charge before use and make sure it’s in a waterproof case or bag)
Lightweight, comfortable running pack (5-12 litres ideal for our weekend trips, 11-15 litres for longer trips)
Water Bottles / Bladder with minimum of 1 litre capacity in total
Sunglasses (the sun is very strong in the Alps)
Snacks to sustain you for the planned route (eg: TRIBE bars, trail mix, chocolate)
Salt Tablets (e.g. Nuuns, especially in hot weather)
Emergency cash
Waterproof bags / dry bags to keep stuff dry
Headtorch (only on multiday trips eg: TMB for use in accommodation)
Whistle (normally found attached to your bag)
Personal first aid kit (eg: blister packs, sunscreen, asthma inhaler etc)
We will be checking your kit for our European adventures.
POLES
Although not mandatory, we highly recommend trail running poles for our European adventures, especially if you are taking part in the TMB or similarly longer trips. They have been proven to help! We recomnend Leki’s lightweight trail running poles due to their comfort, durability and design. We demonstrate how to use poles correctly on all of our trips, including in the UK.
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Organiser's description
The Chiltern Hills provide an incredible backdrop for this 2 day trail running adventure! We cover around 18 miles each day. This will be amazing weekend of running, whether you are new to trails or a regular trail runner. It’s a great opportunity to discover new paths, increase distance and gain experience of multi-day events.
The event is not far from London, providing easy access by rail or road and a great way to escape and find your wild! As featured in Runner’s World – Top 9 Best Running Holidays in the UK 2019
Included in the weekend, is half board accommodation at an English Country Inn serving fantastic food and a hot breakfast, 2 days of guided trails including trail technique instruction and information about the local area and environment, well stocked checkpoints, finisher’s tech t-shirt, bag transportation, inspirational films in the evening and lots of trail running fun! The event will finish on Sunday afternoon around 3pm.
A deposit of £100 will be taken at the time of sign-up with the balance taken 6 weeks before the trip is due to start.
The event is not far from London, providing easy access by rail or road and a great way to escape and find your wild! As featured in Runner’s World – Top 9 Best Running Holidays in the UK 2019
Included in the weekend, is half board accommodation at an English Country Inn serving fantastic food and a hot breakfast, 2 days of guided trails including trail technique instruction and information about the local area and environment, well stocked checkpoints, finisher’s tech t-shirt, bag transportation, inspirational films in the evening and lots of trail running fun! The event will finish on Sunday afternoon around 3pm.
A deposit of £100 will be taken at the time of sign-up with the balance taken 6 weeks before the trip is due to start.
Location
The Spa at Pendley Manor, Station Road, Tring, HP23 5, United Kingdom
Chiltern Hills Challenge (Multi-Day)
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Run the Wild
Run the Wild is the UK’s first premier, dedicated trail running adventure holiday company. Exploring places... not running races.
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