Hardy Way Trail Marathon
New Date! 2nd January 2022
Introduction:
This is a self-supported ‘Geo Tracks’ self-navigation run/walk using a GPS tracker.
Runners and walkers can use either the Geo Tracks navigation smartphone app (works in conjunction with the GPS tracker) or upload the course GPX files into their own device.
Participants will receive their GPS tracker via the post, follow the course and then return the tracker at the finish drop-off point.
Times and GPS traces go up on the leaderboard where you can compare times and playbacks from other participants.
Course:
The Hardy Way Trail Marathon is a journey through some of the most unspoiled parts of Dorset. The trail is linked with the works of a great writer, Thomas Hardy (1840-1928). Starting at the Mordon Bog Nature Reserve in Wareham Forest the route passes through Wareham, Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge then on to the coastal footpath all the way to Lulworth. Be warned... the hills get a bit hilly on the coast path…
For the most part, the course follows the hardy Way Trail but in some areas it does differ where our route stays on footpaths on public rights of way.
Navigation:
The course has no specific marking. Participants are to use either the Geo Tracks navigation app or download the GPX file and use their own device. Remember: getting lost is time wasted, check and double-check your navigation. The route is very simple once you reach the coast path! Keeping your head down and simply plowing on without checking your nav won't end well.
Start time:
From 06:30 - 08:30. You will be allocated a start time which you can change.
Locations:
The start point point is located HERE
The finish point is Church Rd, West Lulworth, Wareham BH20 5SG HERE
Price: £20 (for a group discount please email events@votwo.co.uk)
Distance: 42 KM
Confirmation of booking:
Entry lists are shown on the live view GPS tracking maps. See below course maps section.
On the top of the map for your distance click on ‘Open Event Data’ > ‘Starting Times’. These lists will be updated once a week.
Rules:
• Participants must have an electronic navigational device capable of uploading the GPX route to and navigating from
• Participants are to be self-supported
This is a Geo Tracks Adventure. Click here for information.
What’s Included:
GPS Tracker hire (posted to you pre-event)
Time and position recorded on the leaderboard
Route planned
GPX course file
Finishers medal
Transport from the finish car park to the start (pre-booked a extra cost)
Recommended Kit list:
Means of navigation, preferably a GPS watch
Whistle
Compass (make sure your compass is attached to you or your kit)
Waterproof top
Long trousers or tights
Gloves (waterproofed in a plastic freezer bag)
Hat (waterproofed in a plastic freezer bag)
Food and water
Small torch with spare batteries
A lightweight piece of warm clothing (waterproofed)
A fully charged working mobile phone (waterproofed)
Transport and parking
If you require transport to the start (from the finish car park) then please select this option when booking
Please email adventure@geotracks.co.uk if you did not book online and wish to arrange transport
Parking is available at the finish point, Lulworth Cove village hall
Navigation:
The course has no specific marking. Participants are to use either the Geo Tracks navigation app or download the GPX file and use their own device. Remember: getting lost is time wasted, check and double-check your navigation. The route is very simple once you reach the coast path! Keeping your head down and simply plowing on without checking your nav won't end well.
Assistance:
If required Geo Tracks will provide a pickup service on course to return participants to the finish point. Further details supplied in the course information email.
Rules:
• Participants must have a electronic navigational device capable of uploading the GPX route to and navigating from
• Participants need a support crew and are to be self-supported
Parking:
Lulworth village hall is the finish area where there is parking for approx 20 cars. There is also plenty of other parking available close by.
“Can I just say what a brilliant event it was last weekend. It was my first half and I was nervous but your team really put me at ease. I will recommend this event to everyone.
Thanks again.”
— Katlyn McLeod
