The Yard Trail Races | 10 Mile Canicross

Timetable

• 08:00 | Venue opens
• 08:00 | Toilets open
• 08:30 | Registration opens
• 10:00 | Briefing

Spectators

Follow a walking and spectating route for a leisurely 2 kilometers, allowing you to stretch your legs and enjoy the surroundings. You’ll have opportunities to cheer on the runners at the start and finish of their races. Enjoy the scenic views, the fresh air, and the sense of community.

Shoe type

Trail shoes.

Road shoes will most likely be suitable if the weather is dry in the lead-up to the event.

Event HQ

Chilton Manor Farm
Chilton Candover
Alresford
Hampshire
SO24 9TX
UK

Venue

Chilton Manor Farm is a family-owned and run estate in the heart of the Candover Valley. It provides a stunning location for the event.

The farm is near to Alresford, Alton, Winchester and Basingstoke.

Paid parking

Parking at the event will have a £5 charge per vehicle.

Cafe

Tasty delights at The Yard Cafe. Grab a coffee at the kiosk overlooking the finish line. Food for pre-order.

Introduction

At the core of the event's ethos is inclusivity which is pleased to be offering tickets for canicross runners. This event believes in fostering a welcoming environment where everyone can participate and bond with their four-legged companions. To ensure responsible trail running a limited number of canicross tickets are available. This way, runners can enjoy the beautiful trails while respecting the environment.

Rules

• Only one dog per runner
• Canicrossers will have a separate race briefing and set off 10 min before the main races
• For the dog's health and safety, dogs should be in a canicross-specific harness and the runner must be wearing a belt, the line must be bungee 1 metre (this will be checked on race day; the incorrect equipment will prevent you from starting)

Cut off

3 hours.

Sustainability

• Shoe re-cycling

  This event supports Jogon recycle, which aims to keep a million pairs of shoes out of landfills.

  Please bring your old running shoes, clean and laces tied together and drop them off at our recycle pallet at race HQ. 

• Cupless water stations

  All water stations are cupless; this reduces event waste and is more hygienic. Please bring your bottles, cups, and water packs. Water stations on the race routes will be self-serve, but cheery marshals will assist if needed. 

• Sustainable medals

  All event medals are sustainable, unique, and guaranteed to look great in your collection. To minimise waste, they are crafted by a small business just two weeks before race day.

• Car sharing / travel

  Connect with folk in our community social groups and organise a car share if you can. 

Included

• A sustainable finishers medal, designed especially for this event
• Race timing and live results 
• Race photography 
• Amazing support from the Blended Crew

Entry fees

A small scale friendly event which I would highly recommend. Helen P

It was a wonderful event, really well organised. Obvious how much effort went into the event planning. Facilities were excellent. Darren M

Brilliant event. Really well set up and supported. Marshals were really supportive and helpful. Loved the eco friendly vibe too. Can't wait for the next one! Jo B

It’s not just about the finish line with the Blended Trails runs, the whole event is rewarding, from the locations to the atmosphere. Having done a few of them now I can honestly say I look forward to every race they put on, the routes are always well marked and if you like a challenge, then there always a hill or two to climb. Darren G

It was my first 10K run and first canicross, it was brilliantly organised and the marshalls round the course were very supportive and encouraging. Great event. Thank you for organising. Victoria R

Would recommend this to anyone I would definitely come back and I’m looking forward to seeing what they are going to put on next 👍👍 Frank J

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