Mandatory kit:-

• Whistle
• Head/chest/waist torch
• Survival bag
• Hat and gloves
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Full length leggings
• Long sleeve thermal top
• Minimum of 500ml water
• Emergency food/sport bar
• Personal cup
• Mobile phone number of the race directors +447734309500 (Tim)
• Fully charged phone

Event rules:-

1. All competitors must be taking part under their own names and numbers. No swapping of numbers or taking part in another’s place will be accepted. If you are found to be taking part in another’s place you will be disqualified.
2. You must log your number with event marshals at each check point. It is your responsibility to make sure the marshal takes your number.
3. Any competitor who is deemed unfit to continue by the event directors, marshals or medics will be withdrawn from event. The decision will be FINAL.
4. Runners must carry all mandatory equipment at all times during the event unless stated otherwise at event Briefing by the event Director. If found to be not carrying the required kit at any time, you will be disqualified.
5. If you decide to retire from the event you must notify a marshal. You must surrender your event number and you will not be allowed to continue.
6. Unsporting behaviour (cheating) will not be tolerated and result in immediate disqualification. This includes but not limited to, not carrying mandatory kit at all times, taking short cuts, use of PEDs.
7. We strongly advise against the using of NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs i.e Ibuprofen) during the events, as they are proven to cause harm during endurance events. Doing so against this advice is strictly at the competitor’s risk.
8. All runners take full responsibility for their own navigation during the event.
9. You must have your bib number visible at all times or easily accessible to show the Check Point team.
10. If you do not leave an aid station before the cut off time you will not be allowed to continue for safety, cut-off times will be strictly enforced. If you get to the finish line after the final cut off you will unfortunately not be listed as an official finisher and will not be eligible for awards.
11. Littering will result in immediate disqualification. We must respect the trails at all times. Some of our events take place in SSSI (Sites of Special Scientific Interest), and securing permission to host events in these areas is very difficult. If you litter you not only jeopardise the events future, but more importantly you jeopardise the area.
12. Dogs are NOT allowed to take part in the event. They present a trip hazard to other runners and a risk of upsetting livestock of local land owners.
13. Earphones/headphones may be used, but MUST be taken off head or out of ears completely at certain points.
    1. When you’re approaching a road crossing
    2. When you’re approaching a checkpoint
    3. If you see a marshal in hi-viz anywhere along the event route
    4. On any section of trail narrow enough that you’re in single file
    5. Speakers are not allowed
    6. If you forget about your earphones, and a marshal signals you to remove them, you must do so immediately. If you try to argue the point about your music being turned off, your earphones may be confiscated from you until the event finish, and you also risk being removed from the event for your own safety, i.e. disqualified.
14. You do not have a right of way priority over any other users of the course, you must respect other users of the course throughout the duration of the event.
15. The event has an ARC permit number and will be held under ARC rules. We recommend that you make yourself familiar with ARC rules specific to Trail running: http://www.runningclubs.org.uk/rules

Accommodation:-

Kielder Waterside Lodges: There are lodges available at Kielder Waterside. The lodges are in an ideal location for these events and have great facilities including hot tubs and dog friendly cabins. The lodges always sell out quickly, so check availability early.

There are also great facilities for campervans, motorhomes and caravans to stay at Kielder Waterside.