Swinner Swagger
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Swinner Swagger - Muker
Swinner Swagger is a fell and trail running event based at Usha Gap Campsite in Muker. The route is roughly 15.5 km (9.6 miles) and is a loop that starts from the meadows north of Muker, follows the Hartlakes valley to Kisdon Force near Keld, crosses the river by footbridge, passes Crackpot Hall, climbs Swinner Gill to a water station, descends via a track down Gunnerside Gill to Ivelet, then joins the Pennine Way along the River Swale and finishes near the Rampsholme footbridge. The course surface includes grassy paths, shooting tracks and a short tarmac section. Trail shoes are recommended.
Practical information
Race HQ and parking are at a field adjacent to Usha Gap Campsite; the start area is about 1.5 miles from the car park. Registration takes place in the parking field and organisers may perform kit spot checks; failing to have mandatory kit can lead to disqualification. The event is limited to 100 entrants and has a minimum age of 16. Entry fees include a £1 donation to the National Park; standard fees are £22 for affiliated runners and £24 for unaffiliated.
Mandatory kit includes taped seam waterproof jacket and trousers, hat or buff, gloves, emergency blanket or bivvy, a cup or soft flask, at least 500 ml of water, and a fully charged mobile phone. Aid stations will provide water, Active Root nutrition, sweet and savoury food and limited electrolyte drinks; organisers do not supply plastic cups. Portable toilets are available at the car park only. GPX and PDF route files are provided by the organisers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
