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13 Valleys Ultra

All 13 Valleys (180km) participants must self-certify their preparedness by agreeing to the following participant self-declaration statement (you will be asked to confirm this at the point of entry):

Participant self-declaration statement

By entering the 13 Valleys Ultra event, and subsequently presenting at the start line, I understand the challenge that it represents. As an experienced off-road endurance runner I believe myself to be able to complete the event, having familiarised myself with the details on this website.

  • I am both aware, and capable of completing the distance required having completed similar events.
  • I have sufficient experience to understand how to manage my safety in remote mountainous terrain.
  • I acknowledge the demands on me with regard to navigation, managing my own nutrition and hydration and the other safety challenges that I may encounter when on the remote hills of the Lake District.
  • I recognise I will need to be able to navigate the terrain safely at night, in the dark and in potentially challenging weather conditions.
  • I understand the physical and mental demands that will be brought not only by the distance, but also the elevation gain and loss over the course of the event.
  • I will have completed sufficient training, for both skills and physical fitness, to ensure I meet the above statements between entering and participating in the event.
  • I will apply sound mountain judgement at all times, knowing my limitations and will make reasoned decision with regard to starting / withdrawing from the event, even if it compromises my race result.

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cut off times
45 hours

There will be additional cut off points along the route to give participants the best chance of completing the event inside the overall time.


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Start time
17.00HRS - FRI 29 SEPT 2023

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Checkpoints
13

7 Valleys Ultra

7 Valleys (exactly 105km). There is no specific entry qualification required, however participants should recognise that these routes are over challenging terrain and not suitable for novice participants.

  • We highly recommend that you have experience of ultra distance running.
  • Please note that depending on their pace, participants will be completing part of the event in darkness.
  • All participants must attend the event briefing.
  • All participants must carry the mandatory equipment. This will be checked at the registration stand.

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cut off times
25 hours

There will be additional cut off points along the route to give participants the best chance of completing the event inside the overall time.


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Start time
06.00HRS - SAT 30 SEPT 2023

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Checkpoints
7

5 Valleys Ultra

5 Valleys (exactly 55km). There is no specific entry qualification required, however participants should recognise that these routes are over challenging terrain and not suitable for novice participants.

  • We highly recommend that you have experience of ultra distance running.
  • Please note that depending on their pace, participants will be completing part of the event in darkness.
  • All participants must attend the event briefing.
  • All participants must carry the mandatory equipment. This will be checked at the registration stand.

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cut off times
15 hours

There will be additional cut off points along the route to give participants the best chance of completing the event inside the overall time.


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Start time
08.00AM - SAT 30 SEPT 2023

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Checkpoints
3

13 Valleys Ultra

The 2 Valleys Trail (exactly 21km) is open to everyone. There is no mandatory kit required and participants will be briefed at the start.


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cut off times
7 hours

There will be additional cut off points along the route to give participants the best chance of completing the event inside the overall time.


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Start time
10.00AM - SAT 30 SEPT 2023

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Checkpoints
1

Enter AGE ENTRY CRITERIA

All participants must be aged 20 or over at the time of the event taking place, in order to enter the 13 Valleys, 7 Valleys or 5 Valleys events, and aged 17 or over at the time of the event to enter the 2 Valleys Trail.


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kit list

A good quality back pack
Mobile phone (smartphone) fully charged
Spare warm clothing to include base layers and leggings
Water Bottles / Water pack – 1 Litre min capacity
Gloves and hat (neck warmers do not count)
£20 cash
Bivvy Bag
Food for emergency. The route will be fully stocked with both hot and cold food, but pack small amounts of emergency energy food of at least 400 calories
Full set of waterproofs including: Long sleeve jacket with hood – must be fully waterproof with taped seams Trouser with taped seems
Collapsible cup (200ml), must be able to use for hot drink Off-road shoes that can withstand wet weather. No road running trainers will be allowed
Small first aid kit to include:
Blister plasters
Roll of adhesive bandage
Sterile dressing pad
Antiseptic wipes
Map (waterproof) and compass (handheld, not watch or phone)
Head torch x2 and spare batteries
Whistle

Weather plan

Cold weather plan

If the event organisers activate the cold weather plan, you will be asked to carry additional clothing such as a lightweight fleece or down jacket

Hot weather plan

If the event organisers activate the hot weather plan, you will be asked to carry a cap and sun cream

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