AVR Over the Hills

Over the Hills - Bradford on Avon

Over the Hills is a multi terrain race held on Sunday 2 November 2025, starting from Barton Farm Country Park in Bradford on Avon. The course is approximately 12 km (7.5 miles) and is mostly off road.

The route includes a river crossing. If water levels are high, runners may be directed around the crossing for safety. November conditions can be cold, wet and slippery underfoot; spikes are not recommended.

Awards are given to the first three female and first three male finishers. Additional individual awards are offered to the first female and first male in the V40, V50, V60 and V70 age categories, provided there are at least three entrants in a category. Competitors may receive only one individual prize. Team prizes are awarded to the first four male and first four female finishers who belong to an EA or ARC affiliated club as declared on the entry form.

Chip timing is provided by DBMax and results will be published on their website after the event. The race is organised under Association of Running Clubs rules.

Logistics: there is no parking in Pound Lane. Pay and display car parks are available within about 500 m at the train station car park and St Margarets car park (postcode BA15 1DF), costing 80p on Sunday. Limited parking is also available along Belcombe Road. Registration takes place at the West Barn at the end of Pound Lane. Public toilets are in the station and St Margarets car parks, with additional portable toilets near the race start.

The event raises funds for Alzheimer's Support (West Wilts). Refreshments and homemade cakes will be sold at the West Barn to support the charity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.