Country to Capital Ultra Marathon
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Country to Capital Ultra
Country to Capital is a 43 mile point to point ultra marathon from Wendover to the Little Venice canal basin in London. The route starts near the Shoulder of Mutton pub in Wendover and finishes at the Stowe Centre close to Paddington and Royal Oak tube stations. Finish facilities include showers, toilets and a large hall.
The course combines country trails, roads and canal towpath. The route breakdown is approximately 11.0 miles of cross country trails (26%), 12.1 miles of roads and paths (28%) and 20 miles of canal towpath (46%). Total elevation is about +1375 ft (419 m) and -1720 ft (-524 m). The waymarked route requires some navigation; entrants receive an electronic tracker and access to voice navigation to assist with following the course.
There are five checkpoints providing water, snacks and cake, and a drink is available at the finish. Prizes are awarded to the first three male and female finishers; all finishers receive a medal and event merchandise. The event provides a baggage transfer for one carry on sized bag to the finish.
Mandatory equipment must be carried throughout the race and includes a fully charged mobile phone, powerbank, at least 1 litre water capacity, survival blanket (minimum 1.4 x 2 m), waterproof jacket, whistle, headtorch and spare batteries, hat and gloves, and a long sleeved base layer or fleece. Entry is restricted to competitors aged 18 and over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
