Is the course marked?

She Strides and our short route races are marked, however Calderdale Way is way marked, because it is an official route we have not marked it ourselves, other than a couple of spots we know to be tricky.

Do I need a map?

The Calderdale way is not marked therefore you must carry a map, however as this route is spread over two os maps we will accept a print out of the route.

Can i have the route on my GPS?

Yes we advise you have the route on your gpx but we also know there can be signal issues which is why we say you need a map

Can my partner/friend see me on the route?

Yes they are welcome to pop up on the course to wave & take pics etc but please avoid aid stations where it can already be congested with vehicles, they are not allowed to help you by running with you.

Can I please have the GPX file?

The file for each route is with the info on the website

Mandatory Kit List

50 or longer

runners must carry a headtorch with backup light source & may have a drop bag at 37 miles if they wish on the CWU or half way on the Roses and R .n. R.

must have battery pack for charging.

All distances (FRA kit list)

Waterproof jacket with taped seams

Waterproof trousers

Long sleeve base layer in bag

Hat & gloves

Whistle & compass

Water bottle with min 500ml water

cup- suitable for hot drinks, our aid stations are cupless, they all have water coke & cordial, some have tea/coffee

Mobile phone with emergency contact number

bivvy/Foil blanket and basic first aid kit.

map- - or printed off route

Defferals and Transfers

As you know we are a small, independent team, running our events with the help of an incredible team of volunteers and making our events as accessible as we can but as with any small company that does mean that some of our costs can get pretty high. All of our spending for checkpoints, medals, t-shirts etc is based on entry numbers and we do try to keep entries open as late as possible. For clarity for all future events please see the below policy:

• Entries remain open until two weeks before the event, only our shorter distances allow entry on the day.
• We allow deferral and transfer of places up until entries close, however we can only defer once per entry.
• If you contact us about cancellation we will offer you deferral because we would love to have you back!
• If you do have to cancel we understand it may be out of your control and we will be able to offer a full refund for your place up until 6 weeks before the event - after this 6 week cut off we will still process a cancellation but will only be able to offer a 50% refund, again the final cut off for this is when entries close

your deferral can be carried over two years if you are having to defer due to pregnancy or childbirth.

We operate a no-tolerance policy when it come to harassment of any kind. this goes for runners and crew alike.

you will be banned from entering any of our events.

we welcome feedback on our events, please tell us what you think...we will ask you !