Walden Wild Run
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From ATW
Sunday 18th December 2022
Past event
09:00
Saffron Walden
£21.20–£29.68 · 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
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18k Wild Run
Entries closed£29.68
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9k Wild Run
Entries closed£21.20
Event information
This well-marked 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.
The event consists of a 1 lap 9km or 2lap 18km race, with 13 natural obstacles to deal with each lap
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.
The event consists of a 1 lap 9km or 2lap 18km race, with 13 natural obstacles to deal with each lap
Parking available at the venue
Traffic free
There will be toilets available.
There will be a water station at the end of the lap and at the finish
Traffic free
There will be toilets available.
There will be a water station at the end of the lap and at the finish
£3 Car parking fee on the day
Debden Airfield, Carver Barracks, Water Ln, Wimbish, Saffron Walden CB10 2YA
Race numbers will be collected at the the event venue on the morning of the race.
Registration opens at: 8.00am
Final race info will be emailed to you the week before the event and there will be a final pre-race briefing 10 minutes before the start
Please arrive in sufficient time to collect your race number.
Registration opens at: 8.00am
Final race info will be emailed to you the week before the event and there will be a final pre-race briefing 10 minutes before the start
Please arrive in sufficient time to collect your race number.
Custom designed medal for all finishers!
Add a medal insert to commemorate your time; whether it’s your first race or a new PB! Available to purchase for an additional £8.
Simply add MEDAL INSERT on your registration form and you’ll be sent the insert in the mail shortly after race day, for you to apply to your medal and display proudly!
There will be a prizegiving to the top 3 male and female finisher in each race on the day
There will be full results on the chip timing website both overall and by category.
Add a medal insert to commemorate your time; whether it’s your first race or a new PB! Available to purchase for an additional £8.
Simply add MEDAL INSERT on your registration form and you’ll be sent the insert in the mail shortly after race day, for you to apply to your medal and display proudly!
There will be a prizegiving to the top 3 male and female finisher in each race on the day
There will be full results on the chip timing website both overall and by category.
Health
It is important that you are fit to run and have not experienced any Covid-19 symptoms in the 14 days leading up to the event.
Race Numbers
Please wear your number pinned to the front of your top.
Parking
Parking available at the venue – £3 car parking fee payable on arrival
Traffic Free?
Yes
Changing Facilities
We will not be providing a changing area, therefore please come changed and ready to race.
Baggage Drop
No – the car park is close to the start/finish line
Toilets
There will be toilets available.
Water Station
There will be a water station at the end of the lap and at the finish.
*All litter must be carried or deposited in the bins at the water station*
It is important that you are fit to run and have not experienced any Covid-19 symptoms in the 14 days leading up to the event.
Race Numbers
Please wear your number pinned to the front of your top.
Parking
Parking available at the venue – £3 car parking fee payable on arrival
Traffic Free?
Yes
Changing Facilities
We will not be providing a changing area, therefore please come changed and ready to race.
Baggage Drop
No – the car park is close to the start/finish line
Toilets
There will be toilets available.
Water Station
There will be a water station at the end of the lap and at the finish.
*All litter must be carried or deposited in the bins at the water station*
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.
Location
Carver Barracks, Water Lane, Saffron Walden, CB10 2, United Kingdom
Walden Wild Run
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ATW
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