1. Parking

• Grid reference and description of where it is possible to park

2. The Route

• Distance 5km to Ultramarathon

• Majority off-road 

Types of Route 

1. Loop (preferred option)
   A loop is defined as a single line which starts and finishes in approximately the same place and does not cross itself . If the start and finish are separated by a short walking distance (eg on either side of a busy road, village or other geographical feature, it still counts as a loop). If there is a section of tricky navigation then the preferred option is the route direction is chosen so this is towards the beginning rather than the end of the run.
   
   If a loop is not possible then in hierarchy of preference:
   
   

2. Lollipop
   A loop with a 'stick' attached to access it. The shorter the out and back the better.

3. Figure of 8
   A route which crosses itself one or more times.
   
   

4. Line, or "point to point".
   These start in one place and end up somewhere completely different. Ideally they will be connected by public transport so the runner can easily get back to the start.
   
   

5. Multiple loops These may be necessary to fit within tight space  constraints, (eg parks in urban areas) to get to the required distance.
   
   

6. Multiple figures of 8
   Best avoided unless absolutely necessary. 

3. Start & Finish Points

• Obvious start and finish points - please provide text description and either OS grid reference, or what3words.

• Start and Finish Points have open sky above  (eg not obstructed by heavy tree cover).

• On publicly accessible land, where there are no charges for access. If there are any seasonal/temporary restrictions (eg private estates, MOD danger areas) then please state what these are.

4. Timed Control Points

• These will be placed by Skamper on key geographical features. However please note the route needs the opportunity for tree free control points. 

5. Description of route including key safety considerations

• A brief summary of the route.

• Any safety issues such as exposed cliffs, scrambling sections, busy road crossings.

6. Course Classification

1. Paved: Firm sealed surface, generally tarmac, but could include pavement or stone, with no obstacles to running freely.

2. Park: Generally firm surface that could include sections of hardpack, firm grass, boardwalk or gravel. Generally flat or undulating with no real need to stride length other than occasional steeper section or gates/stiles.

3. Trail: The route can be steeper and unpredictable with obstacles that may include loose rocks or tree routes. Generally runnable for experts but others will need to walk some sections. May include sections with no defined path where careful foot placement and concentration is important.

4. Fell: Numerous steep and loose sections that will require constant focus to avoid tripping and the majority of runners will need to walk at least occasionally, Sections of the route may be undefined or unstable and constant vigilance is required. May require crossing soft ground, vegetation and streams or rivers.

5. Mountain: The route in the vicinity of steep and dangerous terrain and constant vigilance, attention and accurate route choice is required. Some sections may be exposed and require use of hands for scrambling. Only experts should consider these routes and, even then it is recommended to do so in company and in appropriate weather conditions.

7. Identification of any existing organised races that use large parts of  the route

8. Route Files

• Ideally supply as a recorded GPX, TCX or FIT file.

• Alternatively a GPX created in route planning software.