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HUTFEST 2024 event will take place on Saturday 31st August 2024

It is our aim to make this a truly memorable experience for you as an ultra runner as possible. We want to make this journey a day which will leave you with lasting memories which you will want to repeat and we have tried to create a route which will do just that. Wonderful trails, open moorland, incredible vistas.

27KM Route & entry

This is a circular course where competitors will pass through various checkpoints in order to complete the full route. The route will be waymarked, taped or flagged across the full route. This event is inclusive and open to all including hikers & LDWA and those not wishing to compete, there will be an option to commence at 8am if requested. All participants must be aged 18 or over at the point of entry. The HUT race is run under UKA/TRA rules.

Venue

The event will start and finish at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP

Car Parking

There should be plenty of parking at the event centre but we would also wish to appeal for volunteers, families and competitors to car share where possible.
The event address and main car park is can be found at HD7 5SP (Gillroyd Lane entrance) in the likelihood that this car park is full you will be directed to further car parking which can be found at the entrance on Church Lane HD7 5TA.

Registration

• At Colne Valley High School. 27KM Registration is open from 06:30am to 8.45am (prompt closing) on the Saturday morning

Race Start Time

RACE START for the 27KM is at 9am from Colne Valley High School. It is our intention to start on time so please expect a prompt start unless for reasons out of our control.

WHAT’S INCLUDED & Prizes

The HUT27 KM Ultra race fee includes:
1 well-stocked feed stations, one which will be inside

In the event of a hot day, there will be an additional water station at Deer Hill Reservoir.

• Professionally organised event

• Plenty of marshals at feed station checkpoints to help and assist participants where possible.

• The attendance of Rescue Teams at various locations and many First Aid trained helpers.

Awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Age category awards: V40/V50/V60/V70 male & female.

Food

Whilst individuals are responsible for ensuring that they have what they need to get them to the feed stations we can guarantee that there will be plenty of food available should you require a top up or something extra to help you on your way.

From our own experience, the sight of a well-stocked feed station is itself an assuring motivator and instils confidence of a well organised event. You can expect that treatment at HUT and we don’t intend to be reserved with the amount of food that we make available. It is also our intention that any surplus perishable foods will be donated to a local foodbank so you can expect that there will be something for you especially if you are treating the event less competitively than others.

Please do let us know if you are gluten free, vegan or have any other diets. If you are able to do this, then we can plan and cater appropriately for all situations. If there is a food item that we don’t provide and it is key to your race, you either need to carry it or consider not entering this event.

A quick summary of food you can expect to be available at each feed station

Wessenden Head (Marquee) – Food – Something high carb based, Creamed Rice, Fresh Fruit, Cakes, Savoury snacks, Sweets, hot drinks (subject to availability), a nip of something stronger, squash and coke.

There will be plenty of food and drinks available at The event Centre throughout the day for everyone including any supporters waiting to see friends and family members.

Cut offs!

Yes, we will be imposing a cut off if only for the safety of both those taking part and for our army of volunteers also. There is only 1 cut-ff point en-route for our Wessenden 27KM event. This is however very generous and is based on an average of less than 5km/hr for this event. Please see the cut offs below, it is therefore possible to complete the route within the permitted time by simply maintaining a good walking pace. This event is inclusive and open to all including hikers & LDWA.

You must have left the feed stations by the following times:

Wessenden Head Trail @ 12.75k– 12.00 hrs

Finish Colne Valley High School – 15.00 hrs 27KM

Waymarkings

It is our intention to waymark the full course where possible and to aid runners through certain sections in particular although a small section is on open moorland and will not be waymarked and, although none of the route is without a trail to follow, those with some map and navigation skills may benefit. We don’t object to the use of GPS units as back up, however, GPS should not be your sole means of navigation for this event

Weather

Whilst the race is in September you should never take the weather for granted especially over high moorland and although unlikely and we would never say never to cancelling the race in extraordinary circumstances either. Whilst there is no guarantee with regard to the weather, participants should also take necessary precautions to stay well hydrated should the sun be shining. Runners are expected to have the appropriate skills and equipment for safe travel and covering 50KM on foot, you have plenty of time!

Guided Recce

There are no planned and official route recces for 2024, but watch out on social networks as we may run some impromptu recce days if there is enough interest.

Tail Walkers

Our 27KM route will include official tail runners. We also have a mobile HUT team of supporters who can respond and get to you relatively quickly if support is required.

Social Media Groups

We have a Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and You Tube which we recommend you join to find out what other HUT runners are up to.

Mandatory Kit

Waterproof jacket with a hood. This means that one with a waterproof membrane and taped seams.

• Waterproof jacket or extra warm layer/long sleeve top

• Water container or mug. HUT is cupless, we will provide drinks at the CP’s but you must bring your own container.

• Shoes suitable for off road trail running

• Mobile phone, for emergency use and must not to be used for navigation or have GPS enabled (e.g. strava, mapping tools unless you wish to carry a spare phone. You will need to have download the ‘what3words’ app.

RECOMMENDED Kit

• Waterproof trousers

• Warm Hat & Gloves

• Base Layer

• Compass and whistle

• Survival/ Bivy bag

• Sun Cream

  Please ensure you have access to all the recommended kit. Given the very changeable weather in the area, some items on the recommended kit may be upgraded to the mandatory kit depending upon the weather forecast, in the last 3 days before the event. Kit inspections will be random but expect to be questioned and you may be asked to leave the event if you are on the start line like you are starting a parkrun. If the weather is extreme then pack extra kit.

HUT Refund Policy & DEFERALS

We currently offer a full deferral facility up to 3 months before the event. Entrants wishing to defer must inform us via email.

Entrants wishing to withdraw must inform us by email. Entry fees will be refunded as follows; up to 60 days prior to the race - 75% refund. Up to 30 days prior to the race date - 50% refund. After 30 days prior to the race - no refund. All refunds are subject to a small Racebest administration fee.

Due to the nature of sports events we are unable to make exceptions for injuries, illness or pregnancy.

Date of withdrawal is date of the email to the Event Organiser requesting the withdrawal. Telephone or Facebook messages are not acceptable.

If the event is cancelled for reasons beyond the organiser’s control, (e.g. adverse weather conditions, major incident etc.) the organisers will make every reasonable attempt to reschedule the event. Original entrants will have their entry automatically transferred unless they advise us that they do not wish to transfer to the rescheduled event in writing (email to info.hut@heightsfed.uk) within 7 days of the original event date.

Changes to entry details, and transfer of the entry to other HUT events may be possible with the permission of the organiser. There will be a small admin fee for this service, payable in advance.

In the event of cancellation by the organiser, original entrants may, at the sole discretion of the HUT be offered the option to defer their entry or awarded a full refund subject to a Racebest administration fee.

No refunds will be granted after one month has passed from the event date.