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The SCORE - UltraDrop Southwest

Name: The SCORE - UltraDrop Southwest
Start: 2025-06-27
End: 2025-06-28
Location: Okehampton

Okehampton, United Kingdom • 27-28 Jun 2025

The SCORE - UltraDrop Southwest is an adventurous trail running event held in Okehampton, Devon, featuring two distances: 50km and 100km. Participants start from undisclosed "drop zones" located approximately 50km or 100km straight-line distance from the finish at Ocra Pavilion, Okehampton, but the actual distance covered is about 50% longer. The race includes multiple clip/check-points and optional "SCORE" out-and-back routes that offer time bonuses if completed. Runners navigate primarily on trails, using provided maps and any navigational tools they choose. The event supports solo runners and teams of two, with GPS tracking and a unique time-back scoring system, creating a challenging and strategic ultra-distance experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Okehampton

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100 km

100km

50 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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