Icing On The Cake
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About the race
Trail running event in the Shropshire Hills based at Carding Mill Valley in Church Stretton. The event offers multiple trail distances across The Long Mynd and National Trust land. Available distances - 10K - Half marathon (13.1 miles) - Marathon (26.2 miles) The half marathon is a single loop through rugged countryside; marathon entrants complete the same loop twice. The course will be fully marked, and participants should carry a map of the area.
Runners are expected to carry a rucksack, a minimum of 500 ml of water, and a basic first aid kit. Race headquarters are at Carding Mill Valley near the National Trust tea rooms. Church Stretton town and its train station lie within about one mile of the start. Parking is available in the valley for approximately £5 per car. Entry price includes a medal and there are well stocked aid stations on the course.
Event staff and marshals are present on the route. A cake competition is held alongside the running programme and prizes are awarded for entries to that competition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
