Mendip Marauder
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Mendip Marauder
Mendip Marauder is a trail running event on the Mendip Way offering two distances. The routes run across woodland, rolling countryside and hilltops, with a finish at Uphill Sands Beach. The race features panoramic views, some technical descents and a mix of man made and natural sights along the way.
Distances
- 50 Miler - full Mendip Way, including the East Mendip Way start
- 30 Miler - follows the West Mendip Way
The event lists elevation gain of about 5,516 ft for the 50 Miler and about 4,161 ft for the 30 Miler. Aid stations provide water, coke, squash and a range of snacks; the 50 Miler has five stations and the 30 Miler has three. The race is cupless so participants must carry bottles and a cup if required. Course markings will be in place for most of the route; GPX files and written notes are provided in race information as a backup.
Cut off times are 8 hours for the 30 Miler and 14 hours for the 50 Miler, with the latter enforced for safety and fairness. There is coach transport from the finish to registration points available for a fee. Pacers are not permitted, though a buddy runner is allowed later in the 50 Miler. All finishers receive a medal and overall male and female winners receive trophies. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
