Updates
Closer to the event we will add more buttons above with downloadable documents. Please continue to check this page for updates.
2024 Entries – Entries opening by 1st April 2024
Day Entries – Race 1 has availability
Measurement – an official course measurement has been made, the 5 & 10km start will be slightly staggard and the finish line will be the same. For this reason once you begin the race you will not be able to change distances.
Essentials
Tuesday evenings;
Race 1, 7th May, 19:00
Race 2, 4th June, 19:00
Race 3, 2nd July, 19:00
Race 4, 6th August, 19:00
Venue: Abbeyfield School,
Stanley Lane, Chippenham,
Wiltshire, SN15 3XB
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Entry field: approx 150
Estimated schedule
17:30 Site open
17:45-18:45 Registration & chip collection opens
18:50 Briefing
19:00 Race start
20:00 Presentations (final race)
20:30 Site closed
Races Available
5km – 5km Run
10km – 10km Run
Bulk Entries – additional discounts are available for purchasing multiple tickets at any time, perfect for clubs.
5 or more = 5% discount
10 or more = 7.5% discount
15 or more = 10% discount
20 or more =12.5% discount
Series discounts available when entering all 4 races together.
The Course
5km Run Course: 1 x lap around the Wiltshire countryside taking into account some of the Sustrans cycle network.
With just 30 metres of elevation over the 5km route, this will be a fairly fast course, taking in a decline in the starting 2km.
The first third is on road, open to the public, the second third is on hard packed gravel (cycle network 403) and the final third is on tarmac/concrete road.
The 10km route will take in 2 laps of the same course.
Venue Information
Abbeyfield School is located right next to some great countryside. Their ethos is to provide ‘the best of education’ to their students.
Supporting them to achieve excellent academic outcomes, whilst enabling them to experience an enriching curriculum and strong pastoral care.
With some state of the art facilities, this provides a great location for accessing the local cycle network.
Awards & Inclusions
Winners’ awards are presented on the final race to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd open and 1st, 2nd & 3rd female overall for each race.
Series prizes only. Best 3 of 4 to count.
We will be following the criteria outlined by the governing body which can be found here.
Electronic timing is being used, and you will receive split times for the event with online updates.
Finish Line
Water available in recyclable cups
Light snacks
Travel
Travel times by car vary, however as a guide you can get here from the following cities by google maps.
The nearest motorway junction is J14-J17 on the M4.
Salisbury – 1hr 05
Cardiff – 1hr 20
London – 2hr 25
Birmingham – 2hr 10
Exeter – 2hr 00
Ample free parking is available at Abbeyfield School.
There are a number of residential estates around the area where parking is available.
For safety of runners, please do not park along the entrance road.
We would encourage lift sharing if possible, please arrange with your friends or club members.
If you wish to take public transport the nearest bus stop is at the Stanley Lane and is serviced by Stagecoach 55 and other routes which has links from Swindon and Chippenham railway stations. You can then walk 10 minutes or cycle 5 minutes to the venue.
Camping is not available at this event.
There are places to stay locally, which you can search on Airbnb or other providers. Local hotels are within a 30 minute drive.
Permitting
You can enter through our partner Eventrac where you can update your entry if anything changes closer to the event.
All our policies can be found here, which include T&Cs & withdrawals.
The minimum age to take part in this event is 15, this age is set by UK Athletics and we are unable to override this.
This event is permitted by England Athletics. We will be following the guidelines and setting the rules as laid out by them.
A copy of the England Athletics rules can be found here. Please familiarise yourself with the to prevent disappointment on the day.
We will have England Athletics adjudicator present on the day of the event to ensure fair and safe participation.
During the online entry process you will be requested to input your England Athletics membership number if you select the affiliated option. If you are a member please include this number.
If you do not hold a valid membership on the day of the race, you will need to enter with the unaffiliated option.
During registration & chip collection on the day, you will be asked for your membership card, if you cannot provide this and you have not purchased a day licence then you will have to purchase one on the day.
No licence = no participation.
Fundraising
If you wish to fundraise for this event, we are encouraging support to Sustrans.
Sustrans work for and with communities, helping them come to life by walking, wheeling and cycling to create healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
The benefits of walking, wheeling, cycling, and healthy places aren’t experienced in the same way by everyone.
We prioritise work with people and in places that challenge this.
We involve people with different and seldom-heard voices, to develop solutions that work for everyone.
We keep questioning and asking if we can do more. We know we can’t do this on our own so we work closely with others.
Vendors & Partners
There will be no massage therapy for this event.
Charles Whitton Photography will be providing race coverage for this event.
We will be capturing footage for future advertising during the event with use of static cameras, drones and mobile photographers.
Cafe 2 U will be serving hot & cold drinks along with light refreshments.
Simon Olney is a British Triathlon High Performing Coach, Certified Nutrition Coach and S&C coach based in Cricklade.
He has spent seven years helping athletes with everything from teaching them to swim all the way up to qualifying for Kona and winning medals at a national level.
He provides in person coaching, consultations, custom training plans and high end coaching services to athletes of all abilities.
For more information, visit his website.
On signing up for the event, you will be entitled to 50% off a training plan, the code will be in your confirmation email.
School changing rooms with hot showers and toilets are available at this event.
