Intergalactic

Ashley Heath, United Kingdom • 28 Mar 2026

Event overview

Intergalactic is a trail running event organised by Long Player Running at Hurn Forest, Hospital Services Cricket Club, St Leonards, Ringwood BH24 2FB on 28 March 2026. Entry is listed between £37.50 and £39.50. The event is open to entrants aged 18 and over. Twenty percent of entry costs will go to Forestry England. The event is licensed by the TRA and will be run under UKA rules; distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under.

Distances

  • 5K
  • Lap: 5.3 km / 3.28 miles
  • Options up to ultra-marathon

Course, facilities and rules

The course is an out-and-back route along the main forest track. The track is described as hardstanding and well maintained; trail shoes are recommended but not essential. All finishers of one lap or more will receive a medal. An aid and drinks station will be available at the start/finish of each lap with savoury and sweet items. There will be an area to leave personal items. Organisers do not provide plastic cups. Number pick-up takes place on the day at race registration. A maximum time of seven hours is allowed per participant.

Location and transport

Parking is limited near the start; a public car park is available on Boundary Lane (about 0.4 miles from the start). Morebus serves the area; the nearest bus stop is St. Leonard's Hospital. Nearest train stations are Bournemouth and Branksome (both 8.1 miles). what3words location: galaxy.orbit.crust. Toilets are available at the cricket club. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5.3 Km Lap
3 mi
3.28 Mile Lap
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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