Walden Wild Run
From ATW
- Date Sun 18th December 2022
- Time 09:00
- Location Saffron Walden, Essex
- Price £21.20 - £29.68
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Walden Wild Run, hosted by ATW on Sunday, December 18th, 2022, in the picturesque Saffron Walden, Essex. This unique event takes place at the historic Debden airfield, a former RAF site that dates back to 1937 and has a rich military history. Participants can choose between a thrilling 9km single lap or a challenging 18km two-lap run, both set against a stunning backdrop of varied terrain that includes disused runways, gravel trails, and muddy paths.
Embrace the wild side of running as you navigate thirteen exciting challenges per lap, all while immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the airfield. Expect to get muddy and wet, so come prepared with trail shoes and leg coverings! After conquering the course, finish strong on the playing fields and earn your well-deserved medal. Join us for a day filled with adventure, community, and the spirit of the great outdoors at the Walden Wild Run!
Embrace the wild side of running as you navigate thirteen exciting challenges per lap, all while immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the airfield. Expect to get muddy and wet, so come prepared with trail shoes and leg coverings! After conquering the course, finish strong on the playing fields and earn your well-deserved medal. Join us for a day filled with adventure, community, and the spirit of the great outdoors at the Walden Wild Run!
Walden Wild Run
Sun 18th December 2022
Organiser's Description
Debden is a former RAF airfield in England, located 3 miles from Saffron Walden and approximately 1 mile from the village of Debden in North Essex.
The airfield was opened in April 1937 and was first used by the Royal Air Force during the early years of World War II. Many different RAF Squadrons have been based here including 1, 17, 29, 65, 73, 80, 85, 87, 111, 157, 418, 504 and 601.
Today this historic site forms the backdrop to our amazing Walden Wild Run.
This run takes place on a mixture of disused runways, gravel trails, muddy paths, cleared undergrowth, muddy wasteland, water features and patches of rough ground. In addition there are thirteen challenges per lap, using the natural landscape of the airfield. You can expect to get wet and muddy, and trail shoes with grip are essential. We would also recommend wearing leg covering as there may be some undergrowth to run through.
You have a choice of a one-lap 9km or a two-lap 18km challenge starting and finishing on the playing fields where you will collect your well-earned medal. For those tackling the two-lap challenge, there will be a drinks station to refresh you, before heading out on your second lap.
The airfield was opened in April 1937 and was first used by the Royal Air Force during the early years of World War II. Many different RAF Squadrons have been based here including 1, 17, 29, 65, 73, 80, 85, 87, 111, 157, 418, 504 and 601.
Today this historic site forms the backdrop to our amazing Walden Wild Run.
This run takes place on a mixture of disused runways, gravel trails, muddy paths, cleared undergrowth, muddy wasteland, water features and patches of rough ground. In addition there are thirteen challenges per lap, using the natural landscape of the airfield. You can expect to get wet and muddy, and trail shoes with grip are essential. We would also recommend wearing leg covering as there may be some undergrowth to run through.
You have a choice of a one-lap 9km or a two-lap 18km challenge starting and finishing on the playing fields where you will collect your well-earned medal. For those tackling the two-lap challenge, there will be a drinks station to refresh you, before heading out on your second lap.
Races
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18km Wild Run
£29.68
CLOSED -
9km Wild Run
£21.20
CLOSED
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