World Series of Running - USA
K
From Kent
Tuesday 23rd August 2022
Past event
09:00
Gravesend
£34.95 · 4 races
10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for the exhilarating World Series of Running - USA, organized by Kent, taking place on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, in Gravesend, Kent! This unique event is part of a thrilling series that celebrates global cultures with a different flag theme and a matching medal each day. On this special day, participants can challenge themselves with a 3.74-mile trail route, perfect for runners of all levels looking to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.
The World Series of Running features a total of fifteen exciting events over three weekends, ensuring there's something for everyone. With routes inspired by countries from around the world, including Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Australia, each day offers a new adventure. Plus, participants can enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners without the stress of goody bags, as the focus remains on friendly competition and community spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event promises an unforgettable experience. Join us in Gravesend for an inspiring day on the trails!
The World Series of Running features a total of fifteen exciting events over three weekends, ensuring there's something for everyone. With routes inspired by countries from around the world, including Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Australia, each day offers a new adventure. Plus, participants can enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners without the stress of goody bags, as the focus remains on friendly competition and community spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event promises an unforgettable experience. Join us in Gravesend for an inspiring day on the trails!
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10k
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Half Marathon
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Marathon
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Ultra
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Event information
This 3.74-mile lapped course is comprised mostly of tarmac and grassy paths which are fairly flat. To reach the marathon distance you will have to do 7 laps. Four laps for the Half Marathon.
- Finisher's Medal
- Aid station
Custom Bespoke Medal
- Aid station
Custom Bespoke Medal
Lots of parking at base camp, parking is £4.00 per day payable any time before you leave at the main building.
Cyclopark, The Tollgate, Wrotham Rd, Gravesend, Kent DA11 7NP
We're in the Overflow Car Park, which is just to the left after you enter the Cyclopark site
When do I get my race number?
You'll pick this up on race day morning from the race base camp. If you're taking part in more than one day then please keep your number to use on other days.
Are there time limits?
Yes, six hours to run as many laps as you can. You can finish at any time within the time limit and your final distance will be recorded along with your finishing time. Only complete laps within the 6 hours will be recorded or you must have left the aid station for your last lap by 5:59:59 after the start. Any runner completing 26.2 miles will have completed marathon distance and will count as a marathon finish for the purposes of the 100 Marathon Club, if you complete over 27 miles then you've completed an ultra.
As long as you finish one lap of a challenge event then you'll receive an official finish time and medal. With timed events there are no DNFs as long as you complete one loop.
Do you have secure baggage facilities
No. We 100% suggest that people leave their belongings in their cars which will be parked just a few yards off the running line. If you don't have a vehicle then we'll have an area around base camp to leave a bag.
Trail shoes? Road Shoes?
Road shoes, its 95% or so on decent surfaces.
Is the course closed to the public?
No. We are using a network of local footpaths and trails and is shared with ramblers, dogwalkers, horseriders and cyclists. Runners do not have the right of way and need to be considerate of other users of the land. Please don't litter, we'll have a bin at the base camp and there are bins at various places along the routes.
Can I use an ipod or mp3 player on the course?
Yes. Though please be aware that you are running on public footpaths with the general public so make sure that you pay attention to farm vehicles, cyclists, people, dogs, horseriders, wildlife and so on. On a couple of the routes there are road crossings to be aware of too although there is no actual running along roads involved.
You'll pick this up on race day morning from the race base camp. If you're taking part in more than one day then please keep your number to use on other days.
Are there time limits?
Yes, six hours to run as many laps as you can. You can finish at any time within the time limit and your final distance will be recorded along with your finishing time. Only complete laps within the 6 hours will be recorded or you must have left the aid station for your last lap by 5:59:59 after the start. Any runner completing 26.2 miles will have completed marathon distance and will count as a marathon finish for the purposes of the 100 Marathon Club, if you complete over 27 miles then you've completed an ultra.
As long as you finish one lap of a challenge event then you'll receive an official finish time and medal. With timed events there are no DNFs as long as you complete one loop.
Do you have secure baggage facilities
No. We 100% suggest that people leave their belongings in their cars which will be parked just a few yards off the running line. If you don't have a vehicle then we'll have an area around base camp to leave a bag.
Trail shoes? Road Shoes?
Road shoes, its 95% or so on decent surfaces.
Is the course closed to the public?
No. We are using a network of local footpaths and trails and is shared with ramblers, dogwalkers, horseriders and cyclists. Runners do not have the right of way and need to be considerate of other users of the land. Please don't litter, we'll have a bin at the base camp and there are bins at various places along the routes.
Can I use an ipod or mp3 player on the course?
Yes. Though please be aware that you are running on public footpaths with the general public so make sure that you pay attention to farm vehicles, cyclists, people, dogs, horseriders, wildlife and so on. On a couple of the routes there are road crossings to be aware of too although there is no actual running along roads involved.
Organiser's description
In August 2022 we're going to have a brand new series of events - each day will be a different flag theme, and each day will have a new unique, matching themed medal based on the theme of the day! Fifteen days, fifteen flags, fifteen unique matching medals
There will be a finisher shirt too... which we'll order after the event is complete.
We're holding it over three weekends and the Bank Holiday Monday and in the summer school holidays so those who are limited on holiday can take as few days as possible off work.... also for 2022 we're going to mix up the routes too, three routes over the fifteen events.
The individual days will be as follows :-
Saturday August 20th - Scotland - 3.28 Mile " Lightning Bolt" Route (parkrun option)
Sunday August 21st - Northern Ireland - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Monday August 22nd - France - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Tuesday August 23rd - USA - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Wednesday August 24th - Australia - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Thursday August 25th - South Africa - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Friday August 26th - Brazil - 3.28 Mile "Lightning Bolt" Route
Saturday August 27th - Ireland - 3.28 Mile "Lightning Bolt" Route (parkrun option)
Sunday August 28th - India - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Monday August 29th - Pride - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Tuesday August 30th - Wales - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Wednesday August 31st - Belgium - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Thursday September 1st - Canada - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Friday September 2nd - Germany - 3.28 Mile "Lightning Bolt" Route
Saturday September 3rd - England - 3.28 Mile "Lightning Bolt" Route (parkrun option)
There are three hotels within walking distance and a brand new Travelodge within crawling distance! So things should be as simple as possible, aside from the running of course, and that is up to you! Each day will be a six hour challenge event, what distance you run each day is totally up to you...
We're making these events a little lower cost than usual, again to try to make them accessible as possible. We're also trying to make them as logistically straightforward as possible for both the runners and SVN! we're not going to have goody bags for these events, but certainly the usual standard of SVN welcome, support and friendliness!
Please explore the races and consider joining us for one or all of them!
There will be a finisher shirt too... which we'll order after the event is complete.
We're holding it over three weekends and the Bank Holiday Monday and in the summer school holidays so those who are limited on holiday can take as few days as possible off work.... also for 2022 we're going to mix up the routes too, three routes over the fifteen events.
The individual days will be as follows :-
Saturday August 20th - Scotland - 3.28 Mile " Lightning Bolt" Route (parkrun option)
Sunday August 21st - Northern Ireland - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Monday August 22nd - France - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Tuesday August 23rd - USA - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Wednesday August 24th - Australia - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Thursday August 25th - South Africa - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Friday August 26th - Brazil - 3.28 Mile "Lightning Bolt" Route
Saturday August 27th - Ireland - 3.28 Mile "Lightning Bolt" Route (parkrun option)
Sunday August 28th - India - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Monday August 29th - Pride - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Tuesday August 30th - Wales - 5.25 Mile "177 Route"
Wednesday August 31st - Belgium - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Thursday September 1st - Canada - 3.74 Mile "Trail" Route
Friday September 2nd - Germany - 3.28 Mile "Lightning Bolt" Route
Saturday September 3rd - England - 3.28 Mile "Lightning Bolt" Route (parkrun option)
There are three hotels within walking distance and a brand new Travelodge within crawling distance! So things should be as simple as possible, aside from the running of course, and that is up to you! Each day will be a six hour challenge event, what distance you run each day is totally up to you...
We're making these events a little lower cost than usual, again to try to make them accessible as possible. We're also trying to make them as logistically straightforward as possible for both the runners and SVN! we're not going to have goody bags for these events, but certainly the usual standard of SVN welcome, support and friendliness!
Please explore the races and consider joining us for one or all of them!
Location
The Tollgate, Wrotham Rd, Gravesend, Kent DA11 7NP
Park Eat, Gravesend, DA11 7, United Kingdom
World Series of Running - USA
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Kent
Organising, fun, low-key, inclusive events around Kent. We created the Challenge Event format of runs where you choose the distance that you wish to run in a set time limit, run, 10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon or Ultra Marathon, typically in a six hour event, but we do have longer ones right up to 100 Miles... with a focus on social running, lovely bling and chocolate when you're done!
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