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Race Guide
LONGMAN Devil's Dyke Ultra
Date / Time
Length
34.00 miles (54.7 km)
Description
LONGMAN events are both beautiful & challenging, requiring participants to have trained purposefully to complete these runs. The personal rewards will be great, runners able able to enjoy exceptional views of the famous vista from Devil's Dyke and the route toward Ditchling Beacon.
The Longman Devil's Dyke has potential to become an iconic event with the start and finish in quite simply one of the most breathtaking spots in the UK. Join in from it's inception and be ahead of the pack...
The 34 mile Ultra will demand total commitment; it's a tough route with demanding terrain to challenge all runners. The run will follow the South Downs Way after an initial 5 miles along the ridge and a swoop through the iconic Devil's Dyke Valley itself. We then follow out through Saddlescombe Farm, past Ditchling Beacon, through meadows and farmland with views over the historic market town of Lewes and up towards the sea to Castle Hill before returning to Devil's Dyke.
Goodie bags, finishers medals, prizes & Après - The Hot Recovery Drink are all available on the day. There's free car parking and on site toilets too, situated only a few miles from Brighton this is a great location for a family day out or picnic!