The Maverick ARUK Original Suffolk 2024
Saturday 6 April 2024 | Wantisden Hall
Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity working to revolutionise the way we treat, diagnose and prevent dementia.
Going for a run and spending time outside is beneficial to both our mental and physical health, but did you know keeping active can also keep our brains in shape?
That’s why we’re proud to be partnering with Alzheimer's Research UK for our Original Suffolk race, so together we can raise awareness of the things we can be doing to look after our brains and support the charity in its efforts to find a cure for dementia.
Back for its forth year, the Original Suffolk takes runners through an unspoilt and largely unventured landscape. The Suffolk AONB is one of the most important wildlife areas in Britain, encompassing three National Nature Reserves and many Sites of Special Scientific Interest.
Rest assured, our Suffolk routes are perfect for even the least experienced trail runner - you just need to choose how far you wish to run. There are 3 route distances to choose from, 9k, 16k or 23k, all promising to be flat and fast as you run through tranquil forest trails.
Please note, there is no outpost on the Short route.
Our event village and race starts is just 2 hours from the heart of London, so perfect for a short day trip for a morning of exploring new trails.
If you want to help support Alzheimer's Research UK by fundraising for this event, you can sign up via the Just Giving ARUK fundraising page. ARUK Original Suffolk Fundraising
LOCATION
Wantisden Hall,
Wantisden Park,
Fenn Row, Wantisden,
Woodbridge,
IP12 3PQ
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DETAILS
Gates open: 08:00am
Registration: 8:30am
Start time: 10:00am
Start time for dog runners: 10:15am
DIFFICULTY
Super flat route, with nice easy trails in stunning woodland, a bit sandy in places, perfect for all levels.
More Info
This event has sold out. On the day entries will NOT be accepted.
This event helps raise awareness for the fantastic work Alzheimer’s Research UK does and goes a long way into making breakthroughs for Dementia treatment and care possible.
Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity working to revolutionise the way we treat, diagnose and prevent dementia.
If you want to help support Alzheimer's Research UK by fundraising for this event, you can sign up via the Just Giving ARUK fundraising page.
The Routes
Choose your route carefully. The distance and elevation gain should give you some indication as to how easy/hard each route is, as well as showing you where the tougher climbs are.
HOW IT WORKS
As a guide you should always:
• Follow the on course signage
• Listen to on course marshals
• Take care when crossing roads
• Be considerate to others
• Please close all gates, DO NOT litter!
PLASTIC FREE
In our quest to make this season plastic-free, we ask that you run with a reusable cup or bottle. Hydrapak Speed Cups are available to purchase at each event and online.
OUTPOSTS
There will be no outpost on the short route. There will be 2 outposts on the Middle route (approx 6km & 11km) and 2 outposts on the Long route (approx 6km & 18km). The outposts are designed to act as a top up for what you are already carrying. There will be a range of sweet & savoury snacks (fruit, cake, crisps) as well as Precision Hydration fuel & electrolyte.
HEADPHONES
We strongly recommend not wearing headphones at this event.
CUT OFFS
Although we do not have strict cut offs as such, we do appreciate if all runners (regardless of distance) are finished by 2pm. This equates to a finish time of 4hrs.
This helps to ease the pressure on a marshals, so that they are not stood outside for long periods of time.
TRANSFERS
If for any reason you wish to transfer out from an event we are happy to do this, but once only. You may transfer to any event listed on our website or even change to a higher value event and pay the difference. We cannot action any transfers or refunds for an event that has sold out.
The last day to transfer out of an event is the Monday before event day (5 days before the event), please email us on info@maverick-race.com with the name of the event you would like to move to. We are not able to move you out of an event if you contact us after this day
Bring your own cup
In an effort to keep our trails clean and preserve the nature around us, we’re aiming to keep our outposts cup free. Please bring a cup or bottle to re-fill.
What you get
GET THE SUPPORT THAT YOU NEED AS A RUNNER WITH TAILORED PLANS TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS, FROM TRAINING FOR A FASTER 5K TO YOUR FIRST MARATHON. USE REFERRAL CODE MAVERICKEVENTS TO UNLOCK YOUR EXCLUSIVE OFFER!
RECOMMENDED ITEMS
Please Pack
• Trail shoes
• Waterproof jacket
• Mobile phone (in case of emergency)
• Enough food and drink (at least 1 litre) to last you the race - there will be outpost on course to top up
• Foil blanket
• Head torch and spare batteries
• A re-usable cup (we’d like to ensure our are races plastic free!)
Getting to the Race
By Car
Free parking at the venue. If you're looking to share transport you can message other runners here.
Free parking at the venue. If you're looking to share transport you can message other runners here.
By Train
Nearest Station: Melton (14 min drive from Station to start venue)
Chiltern Railways: London Liverpool Street Station - Melton (Suffolk)
Journey time: Approx 1hr 40mins
Nearest Station: Melton (14 min drive from Station to start venue)
Chiltern Railways: London Liverpool Street Station - Melton (Suffolk)
Journey time: Approx 1hr 40mins
By Taxi
M&R Cars
0800 169 4269
M&R Cars
0800 169 4269
