Roche Abbey Ramble
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Event Details
The Roche Abbey Ramble starts and finishes at the Travellers Rest pub on Main Street in Sheffield (S25 1YA). It does not start at Roche Abbey. The event features a lapped course, with each lap measuring 6.7 miles. The route is a mix of trail, road, grass, and woodland, and includes stepping stones. A marshal will be present to assist at the stepping stones.
Participants can choose from four distances:
- 6.7 Miler
- Half Marathon
- 20 Miler
- Marathon
On Course
Feed stations with water and food are located approximately every three miles. Runners are encouraged to bring their own reusable cup or bottle. Marshals are positioned along the course.
Finish and Facilities
All finishers receive a bespoke medal, cake, a chip butty (served in the pub), and a pint or soft drink. The event aims to foster a social atmosphere. Race bibs are issued on the day of the event at registration.
Practical Information
Parking is available in the pub's field at a cost of £5, with the fee going to the pub. Car sharing is recommended. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association.
For safety, large over-ear headphones are banned due to incidents on course. Bone-conducting earphones or "one in, one out" in-ear pieces are permitted if needed. Runners should be aware of potential unmarshalled road crossings.
A donation of 50p per runner is made to English Heritage, which maintains Roche Abbey and similar sites. Transfers or deferrals can be managed online by participants up to 48 hours before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
