Samphire 100
- Date Sat 15th July 2017
- Location Samphire Hoe, Kent
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Samphire 100, taking place on Saturday, July 15, 2017, in the stunning Kent countryside! This exhilarating ultra run challenges participants to complete a grueling 100-mile course made up of 27 loops, each measuring 3.71 miles. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Samphire Hoe, a nature reserve formed from the Channel Tunnel excavations, this event offers runners the chance to experience the beauty of the English coast near Dover while tackling a mix of gently rolling trails, bike paths, and a flat sea wall.
In addition to the iconic 100-mile endurance run, the Samphire 100 features exciting 24-hour and 6-hour timed challenges, inviting participants to complete as many loops as they can within their chosen timeframe. With the famous White Cliffs of Dover casting their majestic shadow over the course, and a variety of wildlife to spot along the way, this event promises to be a memorable experience for runners of all levels. Join the fun and embrace the challenge in this picturesque setting!
In addition to the iconic 100-mile endurance run, the Samphire 100 features exciting 24-hour and 6-hour timed challenges, inviting participants to complete as many loops as they can within their chosen timeframe. With the famous White Cliffs of Dover casting their majestic shadow over the course, and a variety of wildlife to spot along the way, this event promises to be a memorable experience for runners of all levels. Join the fun and embrace the challenge in this picturesque setting!
Organiser's Description
A 100 mile ultra run at Samphire Hoe, a nature reserve created from 4.9 million cubic metres of chalk marl from the Channel Tunnel excavations on the coast of Kent, near Dover. The main event will be a 100 mile endurance run of 27 x 3.71 mile loops. There will also be 24 hour and 6 hour timed challenges - complete as many loops as possible in the time chosen. The course is a mix of high quality gently rolling trail, bike paths and a dead flat sea wall, quite literally all within the shadow of the famous White Cliffs of Dover - with some wild life to keep an eye out for.
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