Saturn Running - Northampton
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The Safari Sprint - Northampton
The Safari Sprint - Northampton is a seven hour Time Challenge event held at Northampton Active, Bedford Rd, Northampton NN4 7AA. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and held under UK Athletics rules. It offers a choice of animal-themed medals and welcomes walkers and a range of participants.
The Time Challenge gives participants control over how many laps to complete. The minimum recorded distance for an official finish is 3km. A full lap is 7km (4.37 miles) though the route may be shortened; there are 3km and 5km turn points within the lap to support compliance with UK Athletics age rules. Typical lap counts: three laps for a half marathon, six for a marathon, seven or more for an ultra; a 50km option is also offered and is just under six laps.
The course runs around the Northampton Washlands on well maintained paths and trail. Aid and drinks tables are provided at the start/finish of each lap with savoury and sweet options, including vegan choices. Finishers receive a goody bag; a vegan goody bag is available. Medals are awarded to all finishers who complete at least 3km, with distance pins for half-marathon, mega-half, marathon, 50km and ultra levels attached to the medal ribbon.
Facilities include toilets on site; there are no separate changing rooms or showers. Parking at the venue is limited; nearby parking may incur charges. A non-secure bag drop will be available. Headphones are allowed. Entry fees range from £18 to £34; members receive a £10 lower entry price, guaranteed entry and a mini-me medal pin, and runners in UK Athletics affiliated clubs receive a £2 discount. Final race instructions are sent by email in the week before the event and race numbers are collected at registration on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
