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BACKGROUND

Join us this spring time for a stunning trail run through the bluebell carpeted forest of Ashridge in the Chiltern Hills! It's a fun morning out on the trails, with trail running tips along the route by our expert local guides.

All abilities are catered for, so whether you want to push your speed or prefer a more relaxed morning out you will be well looked after. As with all Run the Wild events, it's a team event so you will be grouped with similar ability runners and each group led by one of our experienced Run Leaders who will route find and set the pace for you. We walk anything too steep and it's a good opportunity to get some trail running tips from our leaders along the way.

The distance will be around 13km. The run starts at Musette Cafe, based in the quintessentially English village of Aldbury. All our guides are local UKA run leaders, and when not running can be seen sipping coffee at Musette's. We will end the run back at the cafe which is a great place to get a post run coffee, smoothie or a freshly cooked trail runners' breakfast!

The event is easily accessible, just 40 minutes North West of London by rail or road and there is free on-site parking for all runners.

ACCOMMODATION & TRANSPORT

You will need to arrange your own transport to the start of the adventure in Aldbury, but there are regular trains from London Euston to Tring Station which take around 40 minutes and is only a short walk to the meeting point. There is also an onsite free car park should you prefer to drive. Accommodation is available nearby, please get in touch if you would like any recommendations.

ABILITY

The event is inclusive to new trail runners and also those who are regularly out on the trails. We will group participants by their ability but you need to have run 5km non-stop in the past (doesn't need to have been a race time). We will cater for the following paces: 7-9km, 9-11km, 11km+ an hour on the flat or road. We stop a few times on the route to re-group and also to cover off knowledge tips. The Lead Runner for your group will route find and as all with our running adventures you will be expected to run as part of the team. First time trail runners welcome!

TIMING & LOCATION

The event will start at 8.45am, at the Musette's, Aldbury which has free parking and is walking distance from Tring Station with direct train connections to London Euston. The run will finish around 10.45am, but you are welcome to stay longer for a breakfast at Musette's (full details in your booking pack).

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • A Lead Runner for the team, with you every step of the way!
  • Bag storage
  • Trail running instruction
  • Meet other trail runners
  • 13km of inspiring trails!

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Personal insurance (recommended)
  • Travel to / from Musette's Aldbury
  • Food & Drinks

KIT

You can see a list of the mandatory kit for this trip here. When you book you will be sent a list of recommended items as well. If you have any questions regarding kit requirements please contact us.

Booking

Start Date End Date Days Mileage Grade Spaces Price Status Pay Now
25th April 2021 25th April 2021 0.5 8 A 30 £17.50 Available

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PAYMENT

You can make payment above, using any form of payment (PayPal, Debit / Credit Card) on a laptop. If you are browsing from a mobile or tablet you will need to make payment by a PayPal account. You cannot purchase multiple tickets in a single transaction, so please enter seperate transactions. If you would like to buy multiple or group tickets or indeed prefer to make payment by bank transfer, please get in touch here. Once you've paid via PayPal you will be taken to a booking form, please fill in your details, if this does not load please email us.

We aim to respond to every booking within 24hrs. Our email will include your joining instructions and any other relevant details. Please check your spam folder for our email and if you haven't heard anything from us within 48hrs please get in touch!

AVAILABILITY

Availability Status Definitions:

  • Available – the trip is available – please go ahead and book!
  • Guaranteed – this trip is available but has also reached the minimum number to guarantee it running.
  • Few remaining – limited space left on the trip, sign up quick!
  • Sold out - sorry you've just missed it, please get in touch to get on the reserve list or create a bespoke trip!
  • Register Interest - let us know you are interested in booking.

If there are are no dates listed - we will be looking to put up new dates soon, get in touch if you would like to register interest or book a private trip.

Difficulty

Difficulty of route, ascent per day, fitness required and experience (if in doubt call the office to find out more).

A(easy)
Easy undulating trails at low levels of elevation and relatively small amounts of cumulative ascent (up to around 500m).
B(moderate)
Some steeper sections on trails. Good fitness is required and total cumulative ascent may reach 1000m.
C(challenging)
Many steep sections with long climbs up hill. Expect long days out of up to 6-8hrs and cumulative ascent of around 1500m ascent.
D(strenuous)
Steep mountain trails with passes and anything over 2000m cumulative ascent. You need to be in top physical and mental condition and be prepared for long days.
E(extreme)
Basic mountaineering skills required / 2000m+ ascent.

Ability

When you sign to an event you will be placed in a group that matches your running ability (based on what you tell at the time of booking). You will be running as a team, led by your Run Leader / Trail Running Guide These are the approximate pacing for each group.

1(EXPLORER)
3-4 miles an hour / 5-7km an hour on the flat
2(CRUISER)
5-6 miles an hour / 8-10km an hour on the flat
3(STRIDER)
7-8 miles an hour / 11-13km an hour on the flat
4(MOUNTAIN GOAT)
9-10 miles an hour / 14-16km an hour on the flat