Test Way Relay 2025
OT
From OUT THERE RUNNING
Sunday 10th August 2025
Past event
08:00
Andover
£175.00 · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of teamwork and athleticism at the Test Way Relay 2025, organized by OUT THERE RUNNING! Set to take place on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in the picturesque Andover, Hampshire, this exciting event invites runners to participate in a vibrant 7-leg relay race. The course spans an impressive 44 miles, starting from the scenic Linkenholt Activity Centre and culminating at the welcoming Salmon Leap pub in Totton. Each leg ranges from 7.5 to 11.9 kilometers, making it perfect for teams of seven eager participants.
This year's relay offers a fresh twist, as it marks a return to competitive running after a hiatus since 2014. With a rich history dating back to 1986, the Test Way Relay promises to be a fantastic experience for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Team captains will play a crucial role in coordinating logistics and running orders to ensure a smooth and enjoyable day for everyone involved. Don't miss the chance to be part of this dynamic event that celebrates camaraderie, fitness, and the great outdoors!
This year's relay offers a fresh twist, as it marks a return to competitive running after a hiatus since 2014. With a rich history dating back to 1986, the Test Way Relay promises to be a fantastic experience for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Team captains will play a crucial role in coordinating logistics and running orders to ensure a smooth and enjoyable day for everyone involved. Don't miss the chance to be part of this dynamic event that celebrates camaraderie, fitness, and the great outdoors!
Test Way Relay 2025
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Event information
ROUTE: The Test Way is a long-distance, rolling footpath that is primarily off-road and marked with Test Way signs. These signs may not always be clear, and we will not have marshals stationed along the route. If unsure, please familiarize yourself with your section before the event.
The route features diverse terrain, so anticipate encountering roots, holes, stones, overhanging branches, traffic, livestock, members of the public, cyclists, dog-walkers, barbed-wire fences, stiles, road crossings, and vegetation growing along or over the paths. It's not a hardcore trail, so unless the weather has been particularly wet, road shoes should suffice. The starting locations for each leg are provided as What3Words to the team captains to avoid confusion. We will have a team at each handover point to record times for each leg and ensure a smooth transition.
Leg 1 Linkenholt to Stoke Hill 10.8k/6.71 miles
Leg 2 Stoke Hill to Middleton Farm 10.2k/6.33 miles
Leg 3 Middleton Farm to Wherwell 8.3k/5.15 miles
Leg 4 Wherwell to Stockbridge 7.8km/4.84 miles
Leg 5 Stockbridge to Mottisfont 9.1km/5.65 miles
Leg 6 Mottisfont to Romsey 9.1km/5.65 miles
Leg 7 Romsey to Totton 11.9km/7.39 miles
Total 67.1 km/41.7 Miles
The route features diverse terrain, so anticipate encountering roots, holes, stones, overhanging branches, traffic, livestock, members of the public, cyclists, dog-walkers, barbed-wire fences, stiles, road crossings, and vegetation growing along or over the paths. It's not a hardcore trail, so unless the weather has been particularly wet, road shoes should suffice. The starting locations for each leg are provided as What3Words to the team captains to avoid confusion. We will have a team at each handover point to record times for each leg and ensure a smooth transition.
Leg 1 Linkenholt to Stoke Hill 10.8k/6.71 miles
Leg 2 Stoke Hill to Middleton Farm 10.2k/6.33 miles
Leg 3 Middleton Farm to Wherwell 8.3k/5.15 miles
Leg 4 Wherwell to Stockbridge 7.8km/4.84 miles
Leg 5 Stockbridge to Mottisfont 9.1km/5.65 miles
Leg 6 Mottisfont to Romsey 9.1km/5.65 miles
Leg 7 Romsey to Totton 11.9km/7.39 miles
Total 67.1 km/41.7 Miles
START: Linkenholt Activity Centre, Linkenholt, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 0EA Parking is available at the start.
FINISH: The Salmon Leap pub, Totton, SO40 3BR.
FINISH: The Salmon Leap pub, Totton, SO40 3BR.
START TIME: Teams will receive staggered start times according to their estimated completion time for the course. Our goal is for everyone to finish at the Salmon Leap pub in Totton between 4-5pm, allowing us to avoid high tide across the boards!
Facilities at the start
*Toilets
*Hot and Cold Drinks
*Refreshments
Timings
*Parking opens at 6:30am
*Race Briefing at 07:45
*Phase 1 teams - Race Briefing at 07:45 - Start 08:00 am
*Phase 2 teams - Race Briefing at 08:05 -Start 08:20 am
*Phase 3 teams - Race Briefing at 08:25 -Start 08:40 am
*Please arrive at least 45-60 minutes before your race's start time to allow ample time for parking, registration, race pack collection, attaching your race number and warm-up.
Race Pack
*Race packs must be collected from the registration desk on the morning of the event
Cut-Off Time
Our goal is for everyone to finish at the Salmon Leap pub in Totton between 4-5pm, allowing us to avoid high tide across the boards!
Course marshals will be stationed throughout to assist and monitor runners
Facilities at the start
*Toilets
*Hot and Cold Drinks
*Refreshments
Timings
*Parking opens at 6:30am
*Race Briefing at 07:45
*Phase 1 teams - Race Briefing at 07:45 - Start 08:00 am
*Phase 2 teams - Race Briefing at 08:05 -Start 08:20 am
*Phase 3 teams - Race Briefing at 08:25 -Start 08:40 am
*Please arrive at least 45-60 minutes before your race's start time to allow ample time for parking, registration, race pack collection, attaching your race number and warm-up.
Race Pack
*Race packs must be collected from the registration desk on the morning of the event
Cut-Off Time
Our goal is for everyone to finish at the Salmon Leap pub in Totton between 4-5pm, allowing us to avoid high tide across the boards!
Course marshals will be stationed throughout to assist and monitor runners
MANDATORY KIT: Every team member must have a fully charged mobile phone with the Race Directors’ contact numbers saved, along with a basic first aid kit that includes antiseptic wipes, an emergency foil blanket, and plasters at the very least. This is mandated by our insurance and our Risk Assessment to conduct the event. First aiders will be present at each checkpoint, as well as a first aid team on the course and at the finish line.
SAFETY: In addition to the required equipment mentioned above, please exercise caution on the trails and especially at road crossings. Each team captain will be asked to set up a WhatsApp group to share their location with the team as a precautionary measure. If you choose to withdraw, you MUST inform your team captain, who will then relay that information to the RD.
Suggested resources (Not Mandatory)
*Trail running shoes
*Backpack or waist pack
*Waterproof jacket (in case of inclement weather)
*Mobile phone for emergency contacts (Mandatory)
*Capacity to carry 250ml of liquid – kindly bring a collapsible cup or water bottle as we aim to reduce waste (Paper cups will be available for those without)
SAFETY: In addition to the required equipment mentioned above, please exercise caution on the trails and especially at road crossings. Each team captain will be asked to set up a WhatsApp group to share their location with the team as a precautionary measure. If you choose to withdraw, you MUST inform your team captain, who will then relay that information to the RD.
Suggested resources (Not Mandatory)
*Trail running shoes
*Backpack or waist pack
*Waterproof jacket (in case of inclement weather)
*Mobile phone for emergency contacts (Mandatory)
*Capacity to carry 250ml of liquid – kindly bring a collapsible cup or water bottle as we aim to reduce waste (Paper cups will be available for those without)
If you wish to withdraw from the race, please inform a Marshal for assistance
No buggies are allowed on the course with participants due to insurance and permit restrictions
Participants must be at least 16 years old on the day of the race
No buggies are allowed on the course with participants due to insurance and permit restrictions
Participants must be at least 16 years old on the day of the race
Supporters are encouraged to attend and cheer on the runners.
Plenty of suitable viewing spots along the course but please respect local parking restrictions.
If supporters bring a dog, ensure it remains leashed in the start field at all times.
Plenty of suitable viewing spots along the course but please respect local parking restrictions.
If supporters bring a dog, ensure it remains leashed in the start field at all times.
Organiser's description
The Test Way Relay began in 1986, initially organised by Romsey Road Runners' David Nixon, and later by various local clubs such as Hardley Runners, with Totton Running Club being the most recent organiser. The 44-mile route from Inkpen to Totton was divided into an 8-stage relay. Unfortunately, the last competitive run took place in 2014.
This year, we will start further along the Testway at Linkenholt Activity Centre, offering parking and a dry race headquarters. Runners will kick off their team's first leg in this 7-leg relay, covering a distance of 7.5-11.9km, depending on the specific leg, and finishing at the Salmon Leap pub in Totton.
TEAMS: The course consists of 7 segments ranging from 7 to 12 km, so it's ideal for each team to have 7 members. Teams must arrange their own transportation for the event day. More information about the legs will be found in the documents attached
TEAM CAPTAINS: Each team is required to appoint a captain who will handle the team's logistics on the day and organise the running order.
This year, we will start further along the Testway at Linkenholt Activity Centre, offering parking and a dry race headquarters. Runners will kick off their team's first leg in this 7-leg relay, covering a distance of 7.5-11.9km, depending on the specific leg, and finishing at the Salmon Leap pub in Totton.
TEAMS: The course consists of 7 segments ranging from 7 to 12 km, so it's ideal for each team to have 7 members. Teams must arrange their own transportation for the event day. More information about the legs will be found in the documents attached
TEAM CAPTAINS: Each team is required to appoint a captain who will handle the team's logistics on the day and organise the running order.
Location
SP11 0EA
Test Way Relay 2025
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