Battle of the Brampton Valley Way
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Battle of the Brampton Valley Way
The event is an out and back on the traffic free Brampton Valley Way covering two 14 mile stretches for a total of 28 miles (45 km). The route has a relatively modest elevation gain of 280 m and passes through rural Northamptonshire, including two dark tunnels of 294 m and 422 m where a head torch or small handheld torch is required. The tunnel surfaces have ruts and puddles.
Runners choose which end to start from and thereby represent either Market Harborough / Leicestershire or Northampton / Northamptonshire. There are 100 places available from each end. Timing mats at both ends provide a halfway split time, and a mathematical model will be used to compare performances across the two sides.
On-course support includes professional first aid at the start and finish with access to the course, and volunteers at road crossings; the A508 crossing is busier. Feed stations are provided approximately every 4.5 miles (four in total). Toilets are available at both start ends and at the 14 mile turnaround.
Entry information: entries are priced at £35. Minimum age is 18 on race day. The race cut-off time is 7 hours. Entries and transfers close at 7pm on the Wednesday before the event. Bibs with timing chips are collected at the event rather than posted.
The surface is hard packed track suitable for road or trail shoes. The event is cupless so runners must bring their own cup or hydration vest. Canicross is not permitted. Prizes are awarded to the top three male and female finishers and all finishers receive a commissioned event medal. Race t-shirts can be pre-ordered when entering; they will not be sold on race day. Free digital race photos are provided after the event. The event offers entrants the opportunity to donate to local foodbanks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
