Foxton Hound Ultra
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Foxton Hound Ultra
The Foxton Hound Ultra offers two waymarked trail races around Market Harborough that follow much of the Harborough Round long distance footpath and parts of other long distance trails. Routes pass through countryside and villages and visit Foxton Locks, Naseby Battle Field and the Kelmarsh Tunnel on the Brampton Valley Way.
- 100k route around Market Harborough using the Harborough Round footpath.
- 50k route following parts of the Harborough Round and other long distance footpaths.
Both races are licensed by the TRA and held under UKA rules. Entries are open with set fees for each distance and a small club member discount; transfers and new entries close seven days before the event. Minimum age for entry is 20 years on race day. The 100k has an overall cut off of 18 hours and the 50k has a 12 hour finish cut off. Pacers are permitted on the 100k from Checkpoint 5. Crews and spectators are not permitted in Cottesbrooke village or at the Elkington water station.
Aid stations provide hydration, nutrition and some hot food; the 100k has seven checkpoints while the 50k has three. Navigation support includes downloadable GPX files and written instructions but runners should be prepared to self navigate. Trackers are issued for live tracking and must be returned after the race. Free guided recces are offered before the event. Race merchandise can be preordered and free race photos are provided after the event. Charity donations are invited to support two local foodbanks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
