New to the events scene Lap Challenge Events is launching a range of new events 2020. As seasoned runners we know that it’s more than just the venue that makes a great event so we’ve teamed up with the guys at XNRG to make sure all aspects of good event management are covered. A well hosted, well organised event makes all the difference to the challenge you take on. This is something that is very important to us.

We’re all about the “Challenge” at Lap Challenge so these won’t events be easy… don’t be expecting any distance personal bests with us! We’re hosting our events at some awesome challenging venues with our first event at the home of the London 2012 Olympic mountain biking.

This race will take you around the stunning scenery and idyllic countryside which lays within the boundry of Hadleigh Park. An off-road, car free and undulating course made famous by the 2012 Olympics.

Hadleigh Park offers a large car park, a café and a children’s play area which is brilliant for spectators.

Our 10k route is a balanced mix of terrains and is an epic challenge that caters for everyone, from first timers wanting to attempt just the one lap through to the ultra runners that want to push not only their body but also take on the mental challenge of more than one lap on this tough course.

Join the Challenge today!!

Our App will soon be available on iTunes - Lap Challenge Events to keep up to date with all information regarding the race and allow friends or family members to track you on the day.

If you have any questions about our event please contact our Events Manager - Natalie Clarke - natalie@lapchallenge.co.uk 

Race Details

When: Saturday 4 July 2020 from 7am.

Entry on the Day: Not Available

Age Requirements: Participants must be aged 18 or over on the day of the race.

Registration: From 6am (dependant on distance).

Race Numbers: For collection at registration on the day, numbers will not be posted. These are to be fastened to the front of your top using safety pins provided at registration, your number should be visible at all times. 

Timing: Chip-timed. The chip timing is on a bracelet you will be given at registration and will be returned at the end of your event.

Route: The course consists of 1 lap, all on hard gravel pathway, and is suitable for runners of all abilities. Please always be vigilant of other runners, spectators, dogs, cyclists and other users of public footpaths and rights of way.

Pacers: Pacers will not be offered at this race.

Facilities

Bag Drop: Whilst we recommend bringing as little as possible, you can leave your belongings with us while you race using the tear-off baggage strip on your race number, collecting after you finish by presenting your race number. This is done at your own risk.

Toilets: There are free toilets on site for use throughout the event.

Race Marshals: Marshals will be present on the course throughout the race.

Distance Markers: The route will be clearly indicated with arrows, tape and distance markers where necessary.

Water Stations: There will be 2 water stations on the route.

Refreshments: Water and feed stattions will be provided on route although refreshments will be available in the on site cafe throughout the event.

Changing/Showers: There is free to use shower block on site.

Lost Property: Lost property from an event will be kept for one month. If unclaimed, or ownership cannot be determined, lost property items will be donated to charity.

Results/Prizes

Results: Results will be uploaded live to our website (internet connection permitting) and our app. In all cases, results will be communicated to all pre-registered participants within 24 hours of the event.

Medals: All finishers will receive a medal on completing the race.

T-Shirts: All finishers will receive a t-shirt on completing the race.

Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to the top three runners overall and the top runner in each of the categories for both males and females. Where possible, we will endeavour to present individual race prizes as soon as validated on the day.

Getting to the Race

Directions: See below

Camping: Is available the night before the race, please contact us for more information.

Parking: Free on site parking will be available 

Stay in Touch

Our App will soon be available on iTunes - Lap Challenge Events to keep up to date with all information regarding the race and allow friends or family members to track you on the day.

PLEASE READ OUR WAIVER AND AGREEMENTS

Waivers and agreements

Refund Policy
The Lap Challenge refund policy is that we will give you 70% refund of your entry fee up to 1 month before the start date of the event. After this time we are sorry there will be no refunds or transfers to future events.

Lap Challenge Waiver

Terms and Conditions (to be agreed on completion of booking)

This event by its very nature is hazardous and contains certain inherent risks. The race is run over land to which the public has free access and over which we, the race organisers, have no control and which is subject to normal hazards to be expected on such a trail, e.g. partially or fully exposed tree roots, overhanging branches, uneven or loose ground, non-participants, dogs, livestock, horses, mountain bikers etc.

Participants are responsible for their own safety. It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure that they are physically capable to start an event of this distance and terrain. Participants should contact their own doctor if they are uncertain on this point. In the event of injury or illness, medical cover is provided but participants are reminded that the taking of any medication they bring to the event is done so at their own risk.

By agreeing to these conditions the participant accepts that they enter this event at their own risk and accept that the event organisers and their employees are not liable for any loss, damage claim, expense, injury or accidents which may arise as a consequence of the participant’s negligence in this event, including the taking of any medication not authorised or administered by the event medical team.

Participants agree to run with care and attention, abiding by the rules of the event.

Participants agree to attend the compulsory briefing for all competitors which the event organiser will give prior to the start of each day.

Waiver
I understand that participating in this event is potentially hazardous, and that I should not enter and participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. If you have any doubt about your medical condition you must consult a doctor. If you are over 50 years of age we recommend you consult a doctor before competing. Current medical history and medications or allergies must be notified to the organisers at the time of booking and the personal medical section on the rear of the race number completed prior to the start.

In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I assume full and complete responsibility for any injury or accident which may occur while I am travelling to or from the event, during the event, or while I am on the premises of the event.

I also am aware of and assume all risks associated with participating in this event, including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, effect of weather, traffic, and conditions of the road. I, for myself and my heirs and executors, hereby waive, release and forever discharge the event organizers, sponsors, promoters, Lap Challenge and each of their agents, representatives, successors and assigns, and all other persons associated with the event, for all my liabilities, claims, actions, or damages that I may have against them arising out of or in any way connected with my participation in this event.

I understand that this waiver includes any claims, whether caused by negligence, the action or inaction of any of the above parties, or otherwise.

Media Release
I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the above parties to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, website images, recordings or any other record of this event.

Age Limits
Normal age limits will be, over 18 years and under 75 years.

Service Charge.
An entry system service charge will be added to the event cost at check out. This is imposed by the registration system supplier.

Modification of the course.
The organisation reserves the right to modify at any moment the route. In the case of unfavourable weather conditions the start may be postponed by a maximum three hours, after that time, a day of the race maybe cancelled.
In the case of severe weather conditions, and for reasons of safety, the organisation reserves the right to stop the event under-way

Event Cancellation Policy.
In case of cancellation of an event, for whatever reason, decided more than 15 days before the date of the start of the race, a partial refund of the registration fees will be made. The amount of this refund will be fixed so as to allow the organisation to cover all irredeemable expenses committed, up to the date of the cancellation.

In case of a cancellation decided less than 15 days before the departure or in case of interruption of the race, for whatever the reason, no refund of the registration fee will be made.

By entering the event you are agreeing to Lap Challenge Waiver and the Refund Policy

Location

Directions

By Car

Hadleigh Park is situated in the town of Hadleigh in Essex.
The venue is situated at the bottom of Chapel Lane which is off of the A13 (London Road), near to Morrison’s supermarket.

Address:
Hadleigh Park,
Chapel Lane,
Hadleigh,
Essex,
SS7 2PP

By Train

The closest train station to Hadleigh Park is Benfleet Station which is on the London to Southend C2C train line.
Benfleet Station is located in the south western corner of the park and allows quick and easy access to the bottom part of the park.
To plan your journey by train and to buy tickets call 08457 484950 or visit:
www.c2c-online.co.uk
www.nationalrail.co.uk
www.thetrainline.com