Hever Castle Festival of Endurance
CR
From Castle Race Series
4.0 ·
1 review
Sunday 9th July 2023
Past event
Edenbridge
£45.00–£495.00 · 18 races
10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra, Middle Distance / 70.3, Iron Distance
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of endurance and adventure at the Hever Castle Festival of Endurance, taking place on Sunday, July 9th, 2023, in the picturesque setting of Edenbridge, Kent. Organized by the renowned Castle Race Series, this event is a true celebration of endurance sports, attracting both seasoned athletes and enthusiastic newcomers alike.
Participants can take part in a variety of thrilling race distances, including the exhilarating swim in the stunning Hever Castle lake and the scenic cycle through the breathtaking High Weald of Kent and Ashdown Forest. Runners will enjoy a beautiful course that navigates off-road tracks and bridle paths, connecting Hever Castle to the historic village of Chiddingstone. For those seeking an extra challenge, the festival also features the Aquabike Challenge, Aquathlon Challenge, and the Hever Long Swim, perfect for athletes eager to push their limits. With its friendly atmosphere and stunning surroundings, the Hever Castle Festival of Endurance is not just a race; it's an experience you won’t want to miss!
Participants can take part in a variety of thrilling race distances, including the exhilarating swim in the stunning Hever Castle lake and the scenic cycle through the breathtaking High Weald of Kent and Ashdown Forest. Runners will enjoy a beautiful course that navigates off-road tracks and bridle paths, connecting Hever Castle to the historic village of Chiddingstone. For those seeking an extra challenge, the festival also features the Aquabike Challenge, Aquathlon Challenge, and the Hever Long Swim, perfect for athletes eager to push their limits. With its friendly atmosphere and stunning surroundings, the Hever Castle Festival of Endurance is not just a race; it's an experience you won’t want to miss!
Hever Castle Festival of Endurance
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4.01 review
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Katy Heald
Reviewing the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
[Middle distance duathlon]
This was a very friendly festival with lots of great marshals happy to answer questions from a novice. The pre event information and the briefing on the day we're very comprehensive. The run was undulating but not hilly, and was scenic through the castle ground and surrounding area. Everything felt well organised and there were good food facilities at the end.
The bike ride was TOUGH though. 815m of ascent in 45km and some steep descents on fast, poorly surfaced roads which felt pretty hairy for a first event! The junctions were well marshalled and two hazards red flagged but there were long stretches of road with no marshals and we had no means of contacting anyone in the event of injury or bike issues, in a very rural area.
A fun event, and I'm glad I did it. I would race with this organiser again, but probably not on this route (or at least not without a lot more experience on the bike and some extra gears!)
This was a very friendly festival with lots of great marshals happy to answer questions from a novice. The pre event information and the briefing on the day we're very comprehensive. The run was undulating but not hilly, and was scenic through the castle ground and surrounding area. Everything felt well organised and there were good food facilities at the end.
The bike ride was TOUGH though. 815m of ascent in 45km and some steep descents on fast, poorly surfaced roads which felt pretty hairy for a first event! The junctions were well marshalled and two hazards red flagged but there were long stretches of road with no marshals and we had no means of contacting anyone in the event of injury or bike issues, in a very rural area.
A fun event, and I'm glad I did it. I would race with this organiser again, but probably not on this route (or at least not without a lot more experience on the bike and some extra gears!)
Races
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Individual Iron Distance The Bastion - 3.8k/180k/42k
Entries closed£395.00
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Relay Iron Distance The Bastion - 3.8k/180.2k/42.2k
Entries closed£495.00
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Individual Middle Distance The Gauntlet - 1.9k/90k/21k
Entries closed£240.00
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Relay Middle Distance The Gauntlet - 1.9k/90k/21k
Entries closed£295.00
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Duathlon Long - 21.5k/90k/10.5k
Entries closed£130.00
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Duathlon Middle - 10.5k/45k/4k
Entries closed£80.00
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Aquabike Long - 3.8k/120k
Entries closed£120.00
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Aquabike Middle - 1.9k/60k
Entries closed£70.00
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Aquathlon Long - 3.8k/21k
Entries closed£110.00
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Aquathlon Middle - 1.9k/10.5k
Entries closed£60.00
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Run 50 Mile Ultra
Entries closed£95.00
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Run Marathon 42.2k
Entries closed£65.00
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RELAY Marathon 42.2k
Entries closed£80.00
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Run Half Marathon 21.1k
Entries closed£45.00
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Swim 10k Marathon
Entries closed£90.00
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Relay Swim 10k Marathon
Entries closed£120.00
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Swim 3.8k
Entries closed£60.00
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Swim 1.9k
Entries closed£50.00
Event information
On site parking in close proximity to the venue. Follow the yellow car CRS parking signs as you get towards the venue
We host a family campsite for tents and caravans in the castle grounds, with pitches starting at £30. Go to your Active account and click 'Purchase Merchandise' to add camping to your registration.
We present trophies to 1st place winners, and prize pots for podium place of the Olympic and Gauntlet triathlons. All participants receive a medal, and if you'd like to remember your times go to your Active account and click 'Purchase Merchandise' to add Medal Insert to your booking.
Photographers are positioned around the course, finish line, and event village to capture you in action. 50% off ALL your Official Digital Photos if you buy online now - just £15! Terms apply.
Photographers are positioned around the course, finish line, and event village to capture you in action. 50% off ALL your Official Digital Photos if you buy online now - just £15! Terms apply.
This event is a fantastic day out - we welcome everyone to come along, explore the stunning castle grounds, cheer athletes on from numerous up close viewing spots, enjoy the event village entertainment and soak up the festival atmosphere. Tickets set to discounted prices, coming soon
We are delighted to announce that this event is governed by British Triathlon. If you are competing in a triathlon or multisport event you will need a valid membership of day licence to compete
Organiser's description
The Festival of Endurance promises another exhilarating and atmospheric celebration of ‘going long’ at the iconic and stunning Hever Castle. Loved by competitors and spectators alike the event is hailed the friendliest and most beautiful on the tri radar. The swim is in the main Hever Castle lake and a tributary of the River Eden; the cycle winds its way through the stunning High Weald of Kent and the Ashdown Forest; the run follows largely off-road tracks and bridle paths between Hever Castle and the historic local village of Chiddingstone. A further 3 challenges will be on offer for those looking for an opportunity to ‘go long’ on the sections of the Bastion course: Aquabike Challenge, Aquathlon Challenge, and the Hever Long Swim.
Location
Hever Castle & Gardens, Hever Road, Hever, United Kingdom
Hever Castle Festival of Endurance
CR
Castle Race Series
We host races for all ages and all abilities at iconic castles throughout the UK, Ireland and France. Our event weekends feature races across 9 disciplines – triathlon, duathlon, aquabike, aquathlon, swim, cycle, run, colour and obstacle – and 40 distances, from starter to ultra. Come and race your way with us this year.
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