Bat Challenge
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Bat Challenge
The Bat Challenge is a six hour trail event at Beacon Hill Country Park, Lower Car Park, LE12 8TA, England. The format allows each participant to complete as many laps of the loop as they wish within the six hour limit. The event accommodates running, hiking or walking along the marked course and includes aid stations every 5k.
The course is a 3.3 mile off road loop. The route climbs from the lower car park for the first half and descends on the second half. Surfaces are mainly well maintained crushed stone; underfoot will be decent but may be mucky depending on weather. A trig point is visible nearby but is not on the official route.
Distances and common targets
- Single lap about 3.3 miles
- Half marathon equals 4 laps
- Marathon equals 8 laps
- Multi lap can exceed 50 miles within the time limit
Practical details include parking at the venue with card or coin payment and set parking fees, a route GPX available, and an option to donate to Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity during entry. Dogs are not permitted. Participants who run in darkness must carry a head torch. Rucking is permitted. Medal alternatives include a tree token that results in a tree being planted and contains wildflower seeds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
