New Balance ULTRA Tour of the Peak District – 26^th August

The ULTRA tour of the Peak District is a qualifying race for The North Face Ultra-trail du Mont Blanc Races - 2 points.

Race Overview - Ultra

The information contained in this document is essential event information.

The individual event will hold four categories – Senior Male, Senior Female, Veteran Male and Veteran Female.

 

56.5 miles (aprox)                         2722 metres of ascent

 

The Peak ultra is a brand new race event which covers some of the most beautiful and challenging scenery in the UK. At around 91km (56.5 miles) the route takes in some of the finest trails and climbs in the Peak District. The route has roughly 2722 metres of ascent and whilst there are no monster climbs the continued hilly nature of the course earmarks this race as a tough one to complete.

 

The Route

 

The route has been chosen because of its stunning scenery and the tough nature of the route. Whilst most of the route is on good tracks and Public Rights of Way it also crosses some inhospitable terrain where good navigation skills will be needed.

Whilst developing the race we have worked closely with local landowners and the Peak District National Park Authority to ensure that the race is sustainable and avoids sensitive areas. For this reason there are some strict route restrictions in place on some areas of the race. Please follow these wherever indicated.

The route will be marked in some areas but for 95% of the time navigation will be necessary. Sport ident dibbing stations will be in place along the route – each of these must be visited (along with aid stations), failure to do so will mean disqualification from the race.

The race will be part of a festival of running to be held at Whirlow Hall Farm Trust in Sheffield (camping available). As well as the Ultra there will be several other races starting and finishing over the weekend.   

Please note that strict cut off times will be in place at each Support Station.   

 

Please see UK Hillwalking for an in depth route description and map:  http://www.ukhillwalking.com/logbook/r/?i=329

 

9 - 24 hours aprox course times.

 

Registration:              Open from 4 pm on the 25^th. Then from 6am on the 26^th.

 

Briefing:                     7.30am

Start:                           8am

 

Each competitor needs to have pre booked. Booking is available online or by post. Visit www.eightpointtwo.co.uk to download a booking form. These booking forms must be returned to 8.2. If you are uncertain post them back to 8.2. Full payment is requested with each booking.

You will receive your race number at registration on the day of the event.

 

Who can take part?

 

We have a minimum age of 18 but no maximum ages.

 

What facilities will there be?

 

We will have food and drinks on site along with toilets and changing facilities. Camping is also available on site – please pre book.

 

Parking

Parking is to be arranged in the main area of Whirlow Hall.
Whirlow Hall Farm Trust,
Whirlow Lane,
Sheffield
S11 9QF

Directions:
 

link to map http://g.co/maps/uwwef 

 

Cost

£75

 

What does the fee include

 

Cliff bars and gels at feed stations and finish

Race organisation and Sport Ident dibber timing

T-shirt (technical running tee from New Balance)

10% off voucher for Whirlow Hall Farm Shop

After race food.

 

 Kit List Mandatory requirements

 

Full body cover (windproof/waterproof)

Compass and full route map

Spare water and food

Head torch

Whistle

Mobile Phone

 

Support Stations

 

There will be three support stations along the route at (approximately) 14 (SS 1), 28 (SS 2) and 42 (SS 3)miles. At registration you will be able to drop bags with spare kit/food which will then be transported to the support stations for you. These bags must be clearly marked with your name and support station number i.e. 1, 2 or 3.

 

Navigation and the route

 

Whilst developing the race we have worked closely with local landowners and the Peak District National Park Authority to ensure that the race is sustainable and avoids sensitive areas. For this reason there are some strict route restrictions in place on some areas of the race. Please follow these wherever indicated.

The route will be marked in some areas but for 95% of the time navigation will be necessary. Sport ident dibbing stations will be in place along the route – each of these must be visited (along with aid stations), failure to do so will mean disqualification from the race.

 

Each person should be able to navigate, potentially at night, in poor conditions and in hostile weather. Please ensure you are well practiced!

The full route will be posted on the website prior to the race along with all checkpoints and Support Stations.       

    

Charity Partner

Whirlow Hall Farm Trust is an educational charity providing a ‘classroom in the countryside’ to children in South Yorkshire. Learn more about the Trust here (http://www.whirlowhallfarm.org/). If you are interested in raising money for the Trust please contact them via the website.

      

Call us now for more details 0114 233 5858

Or alternatively contact us here for more information

 

safe and productive events

Barbara Buxton
Myasthenia Gravis Association