Registration times and the location of race HQ will be included in your pre-race information.

Please allow plenty of time to collect your race number, prepare your kit and get to the start line.

This will depend on whether places remain available. We recommend entering online in advance to secure your place.

Any availability for entries on the day will be communicated ahead of the event.

Parking for this event is near to the registration address.

There will be event staff in hi vis vests onsite to direct you when you arrive.

The race starts and finishes at: Old Fowler Barracks, Ludgershall road, Ludgershall, SP11 9RR. ​

The start times are:

08:00 am - Marathon

08:30 am - Half Marathon

Yes, we fully mark the route with flags and signs, the day before the event.

These are mentioned on the race brief.

There are also Marshalls on major road crossings.

Yes. Our checkpoints will be stocked with water, juice, cola and a selection of sweet and savoury snacks to help keep you fuelled throughout the event.

We still recommend carrying your own fluids and nutrition between checkpoints, particularly if you have specific dietary requirements.

Yes, we have generous cut-off times:

3.5 hrs - Half Marathon

7 hrs - Full Marathon

Given the exposed nature of Salisbury Plain in December, runners should come prepared for potentially challenging winter conditions.

Any mandatory kit requirements will be communicated in the race information ahead of the event. Please check these carefully before race day.

We strongly recommend trail running shoes with good grip.

Although parts of the route follow firm tracks, conditions can become muddy and slippery, particularly after heavy rain.

Road running shoes are not recommended.

We welcome dogs at all of our races unless otherwise stated in the event information.

All dogs must be kept on a lead throughout the event.

Please be mindful of the weather and conditions underfoot, particularly during our winter events, and make sure your dog is suitably fit and prepared for the distance.

If you are going to wear headphones, you must be aware of your surroundings at all times.

You will not win against a tank on Salisbury Plain!

Yes. Portable toilets will be available at race HQ for runners to use before and after the event.

Yes. Our checkpoints will provide drinks and a selection of sweet and savoury snacks for runners.

Yes. Both distances are chip timed, with results published following the event."

Yes. Every runner who completes their chosen distance will receive a finisher medal.

Yes. Prizes are awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female finishers in each distance.

We understand that circumstances change and sometimes runners are unable to attend.

Please refer to our event terms and conditions for details of cancellations, refunds and entry transfers.

It's a winter trail event, so rain, wind, mud and cold conditions are all possibilities.

We'll monitor the forecast and course conditions leading up to race day. Runner safety comes first, and any necessary changes to the event will be communicated as early as possible.