Winter X

Winter X

Winter X is a winter trail-running event in the Meon Valley, Hampshire, offered over four distances: 10 km, 30 km, 50 km, and 70 km. The routes use well-trodden public trails, include sections of the South Downs Way, and have some short road links between trail sections. All routes start and finish at Meon Hall / Meonstoke Village Hall.

Entries are submitted via SiEntries and the event is capped at 300 walkers and runners across all routes. The event is run under UKA rules. Minimum ages apply: 16 years for the 10 km, 18 years for the 30 km, and 20 years for the 50 km and 70 km.

What is provided for entrants includes event merchandise, event timing, a marked course and marshal support, fully stocked checkpoints, post-event food and drink, and a small rock memento in place of a medal. Checkpoints generally offer cold and hot drinks, food, and some vegan or dairy-free options. Meonstoke Village Hall (Run HQ) has toilets and hot showers available.

The full 70 km course is four out-and-back legs from Meonstoke. Route summaries:

• 10 km : North leg, flat on old railway line to West Meon and back
• 30 km : North and East legs; East follows South Downs Way to Sustainability Centre
• 50 km : North, East, and West legs; West follows South Downs Way via Beacon Hill
• 70 km : Full course with North, East, West, and South legs to Wickham and back

Participants must visit every checkpoint, keep their race number visible, and follow marshal instructions. A charged mobile phone, head-torch if out after dark, and appropriate clothing/footwear are recommended. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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