Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon
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Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon
The Chiltern Ridge Half Marathon is a trail race along The Ridgeway National Trail in Buckinghamshire. The listed distance is 21.1 km with total climb of about 526 m. The course runs between Wendover and Princes Risborough, starting and finishing in Wendover, and includes a loop through Whiteleaf Hill Nature Reserve.
The route is entirely off road on trail terrain and is fully marked with orange arrows and ribbons. Marshals are positioned at road crossings and busier sections. The event has a 4 hour time limit and a maximum field of 350 runners. The race is licensed by the Trail Running Association and held under UKA rules. It is also listed as a UTMB World Series index race.
There are two on-route aid stations located at Green Hailey (passed twice) offering water, cola, gels and chews from Precision Fuel and Hydration, jelly babies and crisps; a toilet is available at the checkpoint. Parking is available at Wendover train station and registration takes place at the Shoulder of Mutton pub, with a short 500 m walk to the start.
Entry is open to runners aged 17 and older with no qualification requirement. Typical entry inclusions are event permit, finishers medal, live timing, two aid stations, medical support and a bag drop. Runners are advised to carry a mobile phone, a digital route map on watch or phone, and a soft cup for drinks at aid stations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
