Ashdown Forest 10 & 5 Mile: Winter Challenge

Name: Ashdown Forest 10 & 5 Mile: Winter Challenge
Start: 2027-01-24T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2027-01-24T10:00:00+00:00
Location: Pippingford Park Manor, Nutley, Uckfield, TN22 3HW
Rating: 4.6

Question 1

Race Location

Accepted Answer

Pippingford Park Manor, Nutley, Uckfield, TN22 3HW

Question 2

Race HQ

Accepted Answer

Race HQ will be situated in a large, event field below the car park. Look out for happy racers and race signage!

Question 3

Timings / Race Day Schedule

Accepted Answer

Race HQ & Registration opens: 08:30
Race Director's Briefing on the start line: 09:50
Race Start (10 & 5 Mile): 10:00

Question 4

Bag Drop

Accepted Answer

You are welcome to leave your bag at the unmanned baggage drop at Race HQ, however, this is done at your own risk and discretion. The team will not handle your bags and you will be responsible for labelling them clearly.

Question 5

Changing Facilities

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there are no changing facilities available at this site so we recommend arriving ready to run!

Question 6

Parking

Accepted Answer

Parking is available at no additional cost in the first field on the right hand side as you come through the main entrance to Pippingford Park.

Question 7

Toilets

Accepted Answer

Toilets will be provided in the main event field. Please note, there will be no toilets available on the course.

Question 8

Headphones

Accepted Answer

Only bone conducting headphones are permitted at this event.
If you are seen to be wearing in-the-ear or over-the-ear headphones by our Race Team or an England Athletics Adjudicator, then you are at risk of being disqualified.

Question 9

Race Start & Finish

Accepted Answer

Both distances start and finish in the same location and this is close to the Race HQ.

Question 10

Course, Terrain, Route Signage & Marshals

Accepted Answer

About the course

The 10 mile route is two laps of the course, whilst the 5 mile race is a single lap.

The race takes place in Pippingford Park, a breathtaking estate in the middle of the Ashdown Forest. The park consists of mostly woodland and heath with some parkland and fields, making this trail a joy to race.

Starting near the main house on the estate, the course takes in some hills, single-track trail, heathland and even the odd river crossing (over a footbridge, of course!). The race takes place on hard packed trail (no matter the season).

Other route users
Please be aware that you are sharing the paths and trails with other walkers, many of whom live locally. We ask that you race with care and remain courteous at all times.

Signage & marshals...
Your course will be clearly marked using large route arrows and directional cones, as well as being marshalled throughout. Please listen and obey all marshal instructions given. All marshals will remain in place until stood down by the sweep marshal.

Question 11

Spectators

Accepted Answer

We always welcome anyone that would like to cheer on our runners and join the good spirit of the race by lending their encouragement and support.

Question 12

Kit & Footwear

Accepted Answer

We recommend trail shoes for this event, if you have them. Please keep an eye on the forecast and dress appropriately for the conditions, bringing a spare set of clothes (and socks!) if needed.

Question 13

Litter

Accepted Answer

Please do NOT drop litter. Bins will be provided, so please dispose of any litter correctly or take it home with you.

Question 14

Water Stations

Accepted Answer

As well as a water station at the end of the race, there will be an additional water stations on the course at roughly every 3 miles.
Whilst we will ensure that our water stations are well supplied, runners should ensure that they are fully hydrated and also consider carrying their own water.

Question 15

Medals & Prizes

Accepted Answer

There will be a bespoke medal awarded to all finishers.
In addition, we are pleased to be awarding the following prizes:

£50 voucher prize for 1st male & female winners (both distances)
£30 voucher prize for 2nd male & female winners (both distances)
£15 voucher prize for 3rd male & female winners (both distances)

Question 16

Prize Presentation

Accepted Answer

Weather permitting, the presentation will take place approximately 45 - 60 minutes after the first runner has crossed the finish line and when all the prize winners have arrived home.

Please listen for announcements from your Race Director.

Question 17

Results

Accepted Answer

Live and provisional results will be available on the Nice Work website asap after the race. We will also email them to you on the afternoon of the race. If you have any questions regarding the live results, please ensure that you have emailed this through to us by midday on the following Thursday. Any changes submitted after this time will not be included in the final results.

Question 18

Age Restrictions

Accepted Answer

England Athletics govern the age restrictions for this race.
On the day of the race, you must be the following age for each distance:

10 Miles: 17 years or over
5 Miles: 15 years or over

Question 19

Can I change my distance after I start running?

Accepted Answer

If you would like to drop down to the shorter distance after you start running:
Yes, you will be able to drop to the shorter distance after you start running. However, please ensure that you have informed the Timer and the Race Director so that they can manually amend your race entry and so that you receive an accurate time instead of DNF (Did Not Finish). If the lower distance was at full capacity, then you may not be able to collect a medal for your new distance; the Race Director will be able to advise.

If you would like to upgrade your entry to the longer distance after you start running:
No, sadly this is not possible.
However, if you know that you would like to swap to the longer distance before the race begins, then please speak to the Race Director who will advise if the race has capacity to support this. If this is possible, there will be a difference to pay.

Question 20

Running with a buggy

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, due to the nature of the course, this race is not suitable for running with a buggy.

Question 21

Can I walk the event?

Accepted Answer

Whilst many of our runners walk some brief sections of the race to catch breath, this race is designed for runners and is not suitable for walking the entire distance.

Question 22

Race Organiser

Accepted Answer

This race is organised and hosted by The Running Hub.
The Running Hub is one of the leading independent running retailers in the South East. They have built a strong reputation over the last 10 years for providing excellent customer service through their knowledge and understanding of running and footwear.

You can find out more about The Running Hub by copying and pasting the below link into your browser: https://www.runninghub.co.uk/

Nice Work offer Entry Management and Timing for the event.

Question 23

First Aid & Fitness

Accepted Answer

First Aid Provision:
First Aid will be in attendance for the duration of the race.
Should you feel unwell at any stage of the race, please do not hesitate to wave down a marshal and they will call First Aid for you and ensure you are well cared for.

If you are unable to make your way to the next marshal point, please advise a fellow runner and ask them to notify a marshal of your location.

Your Health & Fitness
Before attempting to race we ask that you make sure you are 100% fit to do so. If you feel unwell or are carrying an injury, we would strongly recommend not taking part and only return to running once you feel fully fit to do so. If you are unsure if you are fit to run, please speak to your doctor.

Question 24

Photographer

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to let you know that we will have a photographer joining us on race day to capture your best moments and that the photos will be available to view (free of charge) after the race.

Question 25

Refreshments

Accepted Answer

To keep you refreshed and racing fit throughout the meeting, we will have a coffee van on site serving coffee, tea, cold drinks and sweet treats.

Question 26

Deferrals

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to let you know that deferrals to next year or any other Running Hub races are possible for this event. Here's what you need to know:

Deferral deadline
10:00 on the Friday before race day.

Deferral costs
A deferral costs £5 plus any difference in race fee.

Races you can defer to
You can defer to the same race in the following year or another Running Hub race. Please note, you will not be able to defer your entry to a race hosted by a different partner (eg: The Hastings Half Marathon hosted by Nice Work)

To see which races are Running Hub races and which races are Partner / Nice Work races, please take a look at the racing calendar on the Nice Work website. Underneath each picture and below the name of the race, the race organiser is named. Where The Running Hub is listed as the organiser, you can use defer to the race. Where another organiser is named, the event is classed as a different partner event and you will not be able to defer into this race.

How to self-manage your deferral
Deferrals are something that the system allows you to self manage by working through the following steps:

1. Access your booking via the 'View Booking' link in your booking confirmation email.
2. Follow steps through to 'Manage Booking & 'Change Race'
3. When you click on 'Change Race' a little drop down will appear and you will need to scroll fractionally to see the race option you are looking for. Some events for the year following your current booking may still be listed as having a provisional date.
4. The system may ask you to reconfirm your booking details and prompt you to review your original booking form.
5. Once you have paid the deferral charge plus any difference in race fee, the system will move you from your original race and into the new one. An updated booking confirmation will be emailed out to you.

Deferral limit
There is no limit to the number of deferrals you can make but you will incur a deferral charge for each one.

If you have booked through a third party
If you have booked through a third party and can not access your booking via the Nice Work system to make your deferral, then please get in touch with our team by sending an email to info@nice-work.org.uk and we will be able to resend your booking confirmation with the link that you need.

Changing distance within the same race
Please note, if you are looking to change distance but remain in the same race on the same date, then please get in touch with us rather than self manage a deferral to a different race distance. We will be able to manage this change for you manually and, under these circumstances only, ensure that you are not incorrectly charged a deferral fee. If you would like to increase your distance then you will be asked to pay the difference in price.

If you have any problems then please don't hesitate to let us know and we will be happy to help.

Question 27

Transfers to another runner

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to let you know that transfers to another runner are possible for this race.

Transfer Deadline:
10:00 on the Friday before race day.

Transfer Costs:
A transfer to another runner can be made free of charge.

How to self-manage your transfer:
Transfers are something that the system allows you to self manage by working through the following steps:

1. Access your booking via the 'View Booking' link in your booking confirmation email.
2. Follow steps through to 'Manage Booking & 'Transfer to someone else' and you will be guided through managing this transfer by the system.
3. Once you have entered the new runner's email, a transfer notification will be sent to them and they will need to accept the place and enter their full details to complete the process.
4. If you have already received your race bib prior to the transfer taking place, you will need to ensure that you give this to the new runner.

If you have any problems then please don't hesitate to let us know and we will be happy to help.

Question 28

Refunds

Accepted Answer

We believe that our policies for deferrals and transfers is one of the most flexible
and generous amongst race organisers and, for that reason, we do not offer refunds
of race entry fees for illness, injury, or any other reason. In much the same way as
you would not expect a refund for a theatre ticket if you were unable to attend, we
are unable to offer refunds for race entries sold.

Running Hub

Ashdown Forest 10 & 5 Mile: Winter Challenge

Ashdown Forest 10 & 5 Mile: Winter Challenge

Organiser Details

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