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Butser
Hill Challenge 22 September 2013 |
Butser Hill at 889’ is the highest point on the South Downs, overlooking the town of Petersfield and is the natural heart of the South Downs National Park.
Part of the Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Butser Hill is set close to the A3 road and the railway line which runs from London to Portsmouth, It has, since the iron age, been an important landmark in Southern England, whilst acting as a historic signalling point for sending messages to and from the capital.
Founded in 1978 as one of the first major - and toughest - mass runs, this event pre-dated the first London Marathon and was well before both the Great North Run and Great South Run. It has raised in excess of £200,000 for charities over the years.
Last year the event raised in excess of £5,500 for the MND Association http://www.mndassociation.org
This year we have chosen to support the MND Association http://www.mndassociation.org
This is a
demanding grade B Short Fell run with three steep ascents and descents of
Butser Hill. Hopefully the weather on the day will be kind and give the runners
the chance to enjoy the magnificent views of the surrounding countryside.
The event has a whole morning of Junior events for School years 4 – 12
starting at 10:00 culminating in the 4.5 mile senior race at 12.30.
The course is run on the grassy slopes of Butser and provides a challenge even
for the serious fell runner. The views across the countryside are stunning when
you reach the north side of the hill.
The atmosphere is fun and friendly attracting a wide range of runners of
all abilities. Last year saw 25 schools participation in the junior
events. It is hope to increase the number of schools this year. The
senior event of 4.5m attracts runners of all abilities. Last year’s eldest
runner was 73.
This race has been supported by Churchers College for some years now and the event would not be the success it is without them. . We are pleased to acknowledge the support of 2 other sponsors - MacDonald Oates LLP Solicitors and Alton Sports. The generous assistance given by these sponsors plus the efforts of the runners will raise money for this year’s chosen charity the” MND Association “ http://www.mndassociation.org
For entry forms and info please see the links above
Alan Shons - Event organiser