Space Oddity

Space Oddity

Space Oddity is a trail running event at Hurn Forest, based at the Hospital Services Cricket Club, Neptune Drive, St Leonards, Ringwood BH24 2FB. The event has a David Bowie theme and runs on the forest tracks.

The route is an out and back main forest track with a lap length of 5.3 km / 3.28 miles. Participants may choose their distance on the day, from a single lap up to ultra-marathon distances.

• 5.3 km lap out and back
• Distance options from 5K to ultra-marathon

Facilities are located at the cricket club clubhouse adjacent to the start and finish. There is bag drop, toilets, and on the day number pick-up at registration. An aid and drinks station called RunDMC will offer a selection of savoury and sweet items and space themed snacks. There will also be an area to leave personal items; participants should bring their own cup as plastic cups are not provided.

Trail shoes are recommended but not essential because the track is hardstanding and well maintained. All finishers of one lap or more receive a Bowie inspired medal. The event is licensed by the TRA and will be run under UKA rules; distance restrictions apply to participants aged 20 or under. Twenty percent of entry costs will be donated to Forestry England to support forest and trail maintenance. The event can also be entered as part of The Imperial March series with a series discount. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.