Part of the South Downs Trail Run Series
Distances
Half Marathon: 21.0km
Medium: 15.0km
Short: 10.0km
Sun 26th, March 2023
Half Marathon
: 09:00am
Medium
: 09:15am
Short
: 09:30am
Start Location
Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Gravel Hill, Horndean PO8 0QE
About
It is conveniently located on the A3 south of Petersfield, Hampshire.
This amazing early season trail run has it all, spectacular tree lined trails, magnificent views and sturdy trails which are a pleasure to run on.
The route starts and finishes in QECP exploring its hard packed off road trail network.
The Epic and Standard routes head out of the park where you'll enjoy running through the ancient woodland at ‘Head Down’ before reaching the iconic South Downs Way. From here both routes loop back to the park via the famous local trail called the ‘Milky Way’.
Back in the Park all 3 routes combine together to explore ‘War Down’ which boasts weatherproof, tree lined gravel tracks. You will get a real sense of being at one with Nature and allowing your mind to wonder whilst your legs clock up the kilometres.
What better place to experience trail running than with a course that allows you to experience multiple terrains and overloads your senses with such a variety of incredible views.
Regardless of experience or ability, we actively encourage new runners to our events and have 3 route lengths to choose from: Epic (21km), Standard (15km) and Short (9km).
At the finish you will receive a well-deserved quality event specific medal, running cups and neck buff.
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Route Information
Start Time: 09:15am
Other Info:
Dog Friendly (09:20am start)
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Dog Friendly (09:35am start)
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About The Day
Part of the South Downs Trail Run Series
Distances
Half Marathon: 21.0km
Medium: 15.0km
Short: 10.0km
Sun 26th, March 2023
Half Marathon
: 09:00am
Medium
: 09:15am
Short
: 09:30am
Start Location
Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Gravel Hill, Horndean PO8 0QE
Kit List
Things To Note
Spectators
Spectators are always welcome at Queen Elizabeth Off Road Half Marathon. We love that spectators further add to the fantastic atmosphere at the event.
Course Signage
The race will be clearly signed using PINK arrows and PINK tape.
We will also mark hazards and road junctions with 'Caution' signs. Please take care at these points.
Event Day Timings
Date: Sun 26th, March 2023
The car park opens to allow runners to prepare themselves for the race and grab a coffee.
The race kicks off as the Half Marathon distance runners cross the start line.
The race kicks off as the Medium distance runners cross the start line.
The race kicks off as the Medium distance canicross runners cross the start line.
The race kicks off as the Short distance runners cross the start line.
The race kicks off as the Short distance canicross runners cross the start line.
Your adventure finishes, you will cross the finish line and collect your bag full of goodies.
The venue closes.
Reviews
Your marshals were brilliant today. Loved the event and will definitely be back. Thanks
I had a fantastic time. Well organised and well laid out route. Thank you
It was an amazing morning loved every minute
Great course, well marshaled by a cheery bunch!! Back next year for sure
Well organised from arriving to departing. See you next year
Absolutely loved that. So well organised, and what a fantastic route
Frequently Asked Questions
- How Do I Enter A Group?
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Use the form found on the event page to add each member of your team to the cart.
- Can I Add More People To My Booking?
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You will need to make a new booking. Group discounts are applied per booking only.
- Can I Run With A Group Of Friends?
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Yes! Please car share where possible as parking may be limited at the venue.
- What Should I Wear?
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We would recommend trail running clothing and trail running shoes. A rain jacket is also a good idea if we have wet conditions on the day.
- Can I Get A Refund?
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No, unfortunately we do not offer refunds unless you have opted for Ticket Protect. We can offer to transfer your ticket to a replacement runner if we are contacted two weeks before the event you have entered, this will incur a £7.50 charge. Please read our terms & conditions for further information.
- Can I Move My Ticket To A Different Event?
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Yes, you must let us know 10 days prior to your event. We can move you to a different event for a £7.50 charge.
- Can I Bring My Friends And Family To Watch?
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Yes! However, please car share where possible as parking may be limited at the venue.
- Is There An Age Limit?
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Our trail running events are open to ages 12+. Under 16's must run with an adult during the event
- Can I Buy A Ticket On The Day?
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Yes, if the event has not sold out. On the day entries are available and are subject to on the day pricing. Please see the event page for more information.
- What Is Included In My Entry?
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The entry pack (sent in the post approximately 1 week prior to the event) includes your bib number. At the finish everyone gets a medal and a finisher's gift.
- Will I Receive Any Additional Information Before The Event?
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Yes, we will send out a pre-event information pack via e-mail 1-2 weeks before the event. This will include confirmation of your entry, direction maps with parking and venue details & your start time.
- Are Dogs Allowed At The Event?
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Sorry, we do not allow dogs at our events unless it specifically states canicross on the event. Guide dogs and assistance dogs are permitted.
- I Am Pregnant, Can I Run?
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We would advise to seek medical advice prior to taking part in a trail run if you are pregnant.
- I Have Lost My Pack Can I Still Participate?
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Yes! Please contact us with your entry ID and we can arrange for a replacement pack to be collected on event day.
- I Have My Bib Number, Do I Need To Register?
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No. If you have your bib number you just need to turn up on the day, warm up and head on out at your start time.
- Is Water Provided On Course?
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Participants are encouraged to bring their own water and nutrition to the event. Emergency water will be available at the aid stations. Please bring a reusable cup / bottle if you think you may need to use this.
- Can I Wear A Gopro?
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You are able to wear an action camera yes. It is your own responsibility to keep this safe and undamaged.
- When Do I Get My Results?
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We will send you your result via email once the event has taken place.
This event is Partnered with CancerWise
CancerWise aspires to be an enabling, compassionate community for people with cancer and those who care for them. Based in Chichester, West Sussex, we are a registered charity that offers support and information to anyone in West Sussex and East Hampshire who is concerned about cancer.
Through counselling, complementary therapies or emotional care, we can provide space to support the mind, body, spirit and emotional health of people in West Sussex and East Hampshire through and beyond cancer.
CancerWise believes that its emphasis on healthy nutrition and lifestyle, together with a wide range of complementary care, contributes towards a better quality of life supporting medical treatments provided by hospitals and doctors.
Based in Chichester, CancerWise provides a wide range of services including:
- A daily drop-in Centre offering access to therapies
- An internet based cancer information centre
- Counselling
- Emotional support
- Regular talks on cancer related subjects.
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