Intergalactic
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Intergalactic
Intergalactic is a themed trail event set in Hurn Forest, at the Hospital Services Cricket Club, Neptune Drive, St Leonards, Ringwood BH24 2FB. The event has a Beastie Boys and space theme, with a themed metal medal for finishers, a themed playlist, and space-inspired snacks at the Run DMC aid station.
The route is an out-and-back that follows the main forest track and allows entrants to choose their own distance. All finishers of one lap or more receive a medal.
- 5K to ultra-marathon, choose own distance
- Lap length: 5.3 km / 3.28 miles out-and-back
The forest track is hardstanding and well maintained; trail shoes are recommended but not essential. Aid and drinks stations are provided at the start/finish of each lap with savoury and sweet items, and there is an area to leave personal items at the start. No plastic cups are provided. Toilets are available at the cricket club.
The event is licensed by the TRA and will be run under UKA rules; as per UK Athletics rules, distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under. Twenty percent of entry costs are donated to Forestry England to support forest and trail maintenance. Number pick-up is on the day at race registration. Parking is limited near the start; a public car park is available on Boundary Lane about 0.4 miles away. Public transport links include a bus stop at St. Leonard's Hospital and nearby train stations at Bournemouth and Branksome. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
