THE TEN & THE FIVE PARTICIPANT INFORMATION PACK

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1 THE TEN & THE FIVE PARTICIPANT INFORMATION PACK 24/09/2017

INTRODUCTION Welcome We are delighted to welcome you to the Surrey Hills Challenge on Sunday 24 th September 2017.

2 INTRODUCTION Welcome We are delighted to welcome you to the Surrey Hills Challenge on Sunday 24 th September You have entered either the Ten or the Five, our 10km and 5km off road running and walking challenges. The routes are circular and start and finish at Denbies Wine Estate. The postcode to find the start is RH5 6AA, and there will be yellow directional signage to help you find the dedicated event parking. Please do not park in the main Denbies car park. Free parking is available at the venue. Itinerary Time Activity 08:00 Open Denbies Wine Estate (London Rd, Dorking RH5 6AA) 08:30 Registration opens Runner registration and bib collection Finish Line Bag deposit open 09:55 Race brief 10:00 Start of the Five and the Ten Route Conditions The route is based at Denbies. The route will be fully marked up by our team with directional fluorescent signs. Whilst we endeavour to ensure the route is clearly marked, signs can be subject to vandalism so it is the athlete s responsibility to self-navigate the route. The route is all off-road on bridle paths and conditions underfoot are susceptible to weather conditions. If you would like to buy a detailed map of the area we recommend the A-Z 1:25000 Surrey Hills, R.R.P 7.99 (isbn ). Route Signage The route will be marked with orange fluorescence arrows. 2

3 THE ROUTE 3

4 THE ROUTE Other Users The route is used by, but not limited to, horse riders, walkers and mountain bikers. Please be aware of other people whilst you are running and walking and be as polite and courteous as possible to them, making way when necessary. You do not have priority over any other users. Kit List We recommend that walkers and runners carry with them at all times the equipment Kit List below: Water Bottles/Bladder Waterproof Jacket: Gore-tex or similar, the weather can quickly change in the hills Trainers or sturdy walking shoes are recommended Running or walking kit, please dress for the conditions. Prizes All finishers under the 4 hour cut off will receive a Surrey Hills Challenge medal and the male and female race winners of the Ten and the Five will also be awarded additional prizes marking their achievement. We are delighted to confirm the following prizes for the Ten: A Shere Trek Hire voucher for 30 A pair of Ininji Socks And the following prizes for the Five: A Shere Trek Hire voucher for 30 A pair of Ininji Socks Aid Stations There is an aid station on the routes which will be well stocked with fluids. At the finish there is a selection of food and drink available from Denbies catering provision. 4

5 GENERAL INFORMATION Cut Off Cut-off times are for your safety and all the participants taking place in the Surrey Hills Challenge. The cut-off time for the Ten and Five is 16:00. If you return to the finish after the cut-off, you will be WITHDRAWN from the race. The cut-off times will be strictly enforced by the Surrey Hills Challenge Team. This rule is for the safety of all participants. There is NO NEGOTIATION on the cut off times. Please respect our volunteers, they are there of their own good will to support the event. Medical The Surrey Hills Challenge is a challenging event and participation presents numerous medical risks, many of which can be extremely serious or fatal. There will be a static medical team at the start / finish for the duration of the event. It is important for each entrant to recognise the potential physical and mental stresses associated with such an event. We and the medical staff will strive to work with competitors to ensure safe passage. Ultimately participants must understand their own limitations. What to do in a Medical Emergency: Call at ANY time during the event. Save this number to your mobile phone. This will put you through to the Event Medical Team Leader who will coordinate any response whilst giving advice. Our team will be happy to talk you through Emergency Aid Procedures on the phone whilst they are on their way to you. If you are ill or injured or have found someone who is and you need the medical team to attend your location, we will need the following information: Is the patient conscious and breathing? Your Phone Number (In case we need to call you back). Your name and / or Runner Number and that of the Casualty if Different. Your location (If unsure, please use feed-stations or road crossings as references). 5

6 RACE RULES Race Rules 1. There will be no unofficial competitors. Unofficial participants will be banned from taking part in future Surrey Hills and aat-event races. 2. Each participant s bib number must be worn on the front of the body and must be easily visible at all times. 3. Participants must follow the marked trail / course at all times. 4. In addition to medical information provided by yourself during the online registration process, you must fully disclose any changes to existing medical conditions and all prescription medications being taken at race registration. 5. Participants compete in Surrey Hills Challenge entirely at their own risk including all hazards on the trail. 6. Littering of any kind will result in an immediate disqualification. Runners caught littering will be banned from all future events. Please respect the natural beauty of our trails, littering will threaten the future of the race on the trails. 7. Pacers are not permitted at any stage of the run, please refer to point Runners are not to be accompanied by dogs at any time whilst on course, unless under the Canicross Rules and prearranged with The Surrey Hills Challenge team. 9. Any children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. 6

THANK YOU Contact Tel: +44 (0) 1483 542221 General Enquiries: events@rutland.co.

WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE BIGGEST SPORTING CHALLENGE IN SURREY AND HOPE TO SEE YOU IN

7 THANK YOU Contact Tel: +44 (0) General Enquiries: Web: Address: Surrey Hills Challenge 56 Dunsfold Park Cranleigh Surrey GU6 8TB WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE BIGGEST SPORTING CHALLENGE IN SURREY AND HOPE TO SEE YOU IN 2018! Surrey Hills SurreyHillsChallenge 24/09/2017

THE HALF PARTICIPANT INFORMATION PACK

THE HALF PARTICIPANT INFORMATION PACK 23/09/2018 INTRODUCTION Welcome We are delighted to welcome you to the Surrey Hills Challenge on Sunday 23 rd September 2018. You have entered the Half, our 21km off