Choose a distance which is right for you and run a scenic and undulating trail route through the countryside on the the border of Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.
Bespoke medals, free race photos, chip timing and goodies for all participants.
Race Start: 10:00am, 9th August 2020
Organised by Stopsley Striders
Online entry will close on the 31st of July 2020. There only be 100 entries allowed for each race. No further entries will be accepted once the limit has been reached, even if this is before the official closing date. Sign up as soon as possible! Early bird prices are available till the 30th of April 2020.
This event will take place on the 9th of August 2020.
Registration: 8:30am-9:30am
Race Start: 10:00am
Race Finish: 13:00
(3 hour time limit)
You’ll receive your shiny bespoke medal at the finish! The design is brand new for 2020 and is designed with the help of local primary schools. We also have trophies for the following categories:
The presentation of trophies will take place near the finish, or inside the hall if we have bad weather.
There is one water station on the course where our friendly team can hand you water or squash! You will pass this twice on the 5 mile and four times on the 10 mile. Before or after your run there is a cafe at the HQ which sells hot and cold refreshments and also has a great food menu.
Timing is gun to finish chip time. After crossing the finish line please do not re-cross the line as this will interfere with the recording.
You can instantly receive a print out of your result after the event! Full results will be available on this web site as soon as possible after the race.
Inspire: Luton Sports Village, Butterfield Green Road, Luton, LU28DD
Please arrive in good time to collect your number at the registration desk which will close at 9:30am. The start will be at 10:00am in the area just outside of the Sports Centre.
10 Mile
Men 2019 – Darren Deed, Bedford & County 53:58
Women 2019 – Christine Lathwell, Stopsley Striders 1:09:04
5 Mile
Men 2017 – Tim Harries 29:00
Women 2017 – Natalie Lawrence, Fairlands Valley 34:37
Free race photos are included and taken by two photographers on the course and at the finish!
Qualified first aiders will be in attendance should you require any medical assistance, both mobile and at the finish. Please speak to a marshal if you need assistance.
The race is run under UKA rules of competition. We strongly advise you NOT to wear headsets during the race for the safety of yourself and others. Minimum age is 16 for both the 5 mile and 10 mile races.
We regret that once applications have been processed we cannot refund fees to runners who do not eventually take part. Like all events, entry fees are used to hire the venue equipment etc. Therefore, we do not issue any refunds after entry. If you are ill or injured, then you should not run for your own safety. For insurance reasons you cannot give your number to someone else to run in your place. Swapping numbers will result in disqualification.
Entry for the 2020 races will open soon!
No numbers will be sent out before the day.
Please arrive in good time to collect your number at the registration desk which will close at 9:30am.
The race starts and finishes at Inspire: Luton Sports Village, LU2 8DD.
The run is along a quiet country lane and trails. The road section is approx. 0.8 mile long one way. Once on the trails, the course is very scenic and makes for a great run! The route is fully marshaled and well supported, you may also spot our hand-made funny* signs around the course.
On the 5 mile you complete 1 lap and the 10 mile is two laps.
Run on the left hand side of the road unless otherwise directed by the course marshals. Most of the course is on footpaths and bridleways and so is not suitable for wheelchair competitors.
*Laughter not guaranteed.
Course map – 5 mile 1 lap – 10 miles 2 laps
10 Mile
Men 2019 – Darren Deed, Bedford & County 53:58
Women 2019 – Christine Lathwell, Stopsley Striders 1:09:04
5 Mile
Men 2017 – Tim Harries 29:00
Women 2017 – Natalie Lawrence, Fairlands Valley 34:37
