Event Centre: Manvers Waterfront Boat Club, Station Road, Wath upon Dearne, Rotherham S63 7DG
Sat Nav, use S63 7BU  Grid reference SE442017

Note:
email links on this page require minor editing to make it more difficult for scammers to obtain the email address and send spam.

Please send general enquiries to  roundroth-at-hmarston.co.uk
and specific questions about the web page to  rrrhenry-at-hmarston.co.uk , making the obvious substitutions.
emails will be forwarded as appropriate

Entries are will open for 2024 in the New Year (spring probably)

Beyond here, updates will be required.  There may be changes to the entry system

Note: closing date will be Sunday 1st October!
(Enter before 10th Saturday 23rd September to order a polo shirt)

Queries about this page to roundroth-at-hmarston.co.uk  please. (Include a Subject and Body text - unexplained attachments may be treated as spam)
Note: Information on this page is provided in good faith. No responsibility is accepted for errors or subsequent changes.

The entry procedure for 2023 is broadly as for last few years via SiEntries. There are different entry procedures for the Individual (aka Solo) and Relay

Note: You can edit your entry on the SIentries system up to the online closing date, for example to change start time. You may be requested to amend you entry to provide additional information nearer the day.

WARNING: There are no refunds, no deferments, so don't enter unless you are SURE to be able to take part. 
As there is a generous race limit, there is no advantage to getting your entry in too early, BUT there will be no entries on the day.

Currently there are no legal restrictions related to Covid-19.
Nevertheless, anyone who is testing positive for Covid, or feeling unwell with Covid symptoms, should not attend, as participant or official.

Make sure you enter by 23:59 on Sunday 1st October (pre-entries and entry editing will then automatically close for this event). NO LATE ENTRIES
£29 if you are a member of an athletics club that is affiliated to UK Athletics, otherwise £31.
Under TRA rules, "Affiliation" requires membership of TRA or an athletics club affiliated to UKA, not personal UKA membership; a UKA number is not required.

Polo shirt £10.00, Badge to all individuals and certificate to all who complete the course.
(Order polo shirt and to guarantee a badge by Sunday 10th September - Update - by Saturday 23rd September)
No sleeping overnight in the MWBC building, but you can sleep in the Event Centre car park in vehicle or tent, toilets available (Friday night only)

Over recent years, there has been a substantial cost increase was required to pay for professional first-aid cover and for more reliable event monitoring. We hope the assistance will not be required, but should you have need for help, we are confident that you will appreciate the assistance. We have had incidents for first aid attention each year!  This year we have kept the rise modest.

Entry procedure: ENTRIES ARE NOT YET OPEN

Visit the SiEntries (link to 2023) web page for Solos, click on the Entries List to see who has entered so far.  Update is almost immediate.
Please be aware of the regulations for eligibility to compete in the female category stipulated by UK Athletics apply. See link

If you haven't used SiEntries before, create an account giving your details.  (One person can make entries for others)
If you already have an account, login and check your details, especially date of birth; for some types of event, only the year of birth is required, so DOB is presented as 01/01/yyyy
Please change this (via My Details) to the proper DOB.
Select the appropriate 'Team', either Individual/Solo or Relay (8 legs)

Be assured that SiEntries is a well-established organisation; registering for the site is risk-free. 
Registering makes entering future events easier, and enables them to forward information, potentially critical information, from the race organiser about the event.

Age Limit
The Minimum Age on the Day is 20 years for the individual event, under UKA rules.
Also UKA rules prohibit accompanying dogs, except assistance dogs

Subsequently, entries are checked against declared prior involvement and are posted on this website showing the archive information at irregular intervals.
An award is made for 10 completions and multiples (20, 30 etc). Hence the request on the entry form about previous entries. You can check our Historical Record to see how often you have started and finished, and your times, according to OUR records. Corrections please to me, Henry Marston, (removing the NOT), Please also let me know if you may have (or may have) entered under a different name in earlier years (Steve v. Stephen, Miss Jones v. Mrs Smith)

See Navigation page for description of route / route changes / schematic map / accommodation

Other useful information on / from RRR page

Historical record, to answer question of (approximate) number of completions, if you aren't sure. 
If you disagree, please contact the archivist, rrrhenry-at-hmarston.co.uk ,  to discuss.
The claimed number is primarily used to check whether an entry has to be linked to an entry in a previous year; the number in the archive is not changed unless an error is identified and resolved.
 Concise list of number of completions by surname  Initials A-F   Initials G-N    Initials O-Z
Archive - summary of historical information with links to detailed listings
(updated to include the 2022 event)

Date: Saturday, 7th October, 2023

Individual

 During the entry process now, you will be asked to select a registration time, so that you can get ready, register and go without having to hang around in the cold outside.
Once you register, you should be off in 5 to 10 minutes.

Time slots for 2023
3:45 to 4:10 for the nominal 4 am Start
5:25 to 6:15 for the nominal 6 am Start
6:20 to 7:10 for the nominal 7 am Start

Sunrise 07:14  Sunset 18:31 for 2024

Dawn Twilight: 06:40  Dusk twilight: 19:06

Stage	Description	length, km	Climb (GPS), m	Opening hours of CP at end of stage
1	Start to Grange	15.6	308	6:30 - 10:30
2	Grange to Treeton	10.1	170	8:30 - 12:00
3	Treeton to Harthill	11.9	196	9:30 - 14:00
4	Harthill to Woodsetts	9.2	123	10:15 - 16:00
5	Woodsetts to Firbeck	9.0	86	11:00 - 18:00
6	Firbeck to Maltby	6.3	108	11:45 - 19:30
7	Maltby to Hooton Roberts	9.1	130	12:15 - 21:45
8	Hooton Roberts to Finish	9.5	108	13:00 - 23:59

Stage 2 was extended by 400 m to 10.5 km due to the necessary diversion in 2022, but we can now revert to the original route (albeit through a warehouse complex)

For guidance, in start time selection
Runners: register around 7:00 if you anticipate taking less than 12 hours.
In 2023, sunrise is 7:17 am, sunset at 6:28 pm, so dawn (getting light) is about 6:44 am, dusk 7:00 pm,  so even if you slip a bit from your 12 hour schedule, you are better starting between 6:30 and 7 am.
Walkers and joggers: 06:00 (generally taking from 12 to 16 hours, and up to 17 hours) - including slower runners
Runners can get into a tricky section in the dark on Stage 1 if they start at 6 am (it will be getting light for genuine walkers), whereas the final stage is relatively benign.
Slower Walkers, expecting to take 16 to 20 hours: 04:00
Note: these are the Nominal Start Times
If you are thinking of starting early, at around 4 am, note that Checkpoint 1 will open at 6:30 am, and Checkpoint 2 at 8:30, corresponding to finishing in 16 hours, allowing some slowing down later. If you arrive early, you will be required to wait for the checkpoint to open.

Woodsetts checkpoint (4) - 47 km - is planned to close at 16:00    Maltby checkpoint (6) - 62 km - at 19:30  
Late arrivals may be asked to retire - Runners going slowly should not rely on slower walkers keeping the checkpoints open.

You can do further checks with the timings in the table

If you see yourself as too fast for your group, choose a later registration time slot.
Especially for the nominal 4 am start, if you are anticipating for a time faster than 18 hours, select a slot after 4:00, or you may reach the first checkpoint before it opens at 6:30.
You may also get to the second checkpoint before it opens and have to wait

Event Centre: Also Start and Finish, showers & hot food at Manvers Waterside Boat Club.  For SatNav use S63 7BU (adjacent golf club, off same access road)- Station Road, (aka Dearne Road), Wath upon Dearne, Rotherham.  Lat/Long N 53.51063 W -1.33582  Grid Ref SE 442017.  (OS Landranger 111/ Explorer 278).
Travel Directions: the event centre is marked by MWBC. 
The new event centre is approx. 2 km along the route from the previous EC, Dearne Valley College Sports.

The Route: A "Wainwright-style" diagrammatic map and written description will be available on the day or can be downloaded from the Navigation page. The route is subject to (usually) minor revision, which will be advised on the day. Check points, with some drinks and light refreshments. A schematic (for relocation, not for detailed navigation) for use with your Ordnance Survey Landranger Map 111 (Sheffield and Doncaster) or Explorer Maps 278 (Sheffield and Barnsley) and 279 (Doncaster) is also available. The area designated as The South Yorkshire Forest is mainly rural land rather than an area of woodland.

Link to GPS waypoints page and (back to) general info from our Round Rotherham Page

Awards: Trophies for first, second and third male and female.
First team (3 from one club)
Note: The team award is calculated on the day, based on declared club membership in the SiEntries system

Records:
Men: Ben Hague (2019) 5 h 57min 18 s 
Women: Kate Bailey (2010) 7 h 38 min 02 s  Equivalent best time: Carolyn Hunter-Rowe (1992) 6 h 48 min, based on shorter course


Safety:
The event, held under TRA UK:athletics rules, takes place at low altitude (below 150 m, 500') but in autumn, potentially under wintery conditions. Generally, you are expected to be experienced and capable of deciding what clothing you require. Competitors should be aware of the danger of hypothermia, and are advised to carry or wear a waterproof top (cagoule, etc) and adequate clothing. All competitors take part at their own risk and must report to the Finish, as required TRA / UK:Athletics rules. It is your responsibility to hand in the SI card at the Finish - failure to do so can initiate a search.  There is a charge (around £30) for failure to return the SI card. Individuals must check in on the day. The Organiser reserves the right to alter the course in the light of conditions on the day. The Organiser and Rotherham Harriers and Athletics Club cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury arising from participation in this event.

IMPORTANT:  you are required to carry a mobile phone, so that should you get lost or injured you can request assistance, and we can go home knowing that everyone has been accounted for.  Save the emergency number 07860 250878 in case of problems.  Note: you can use your SmartPhone to aid navigation (but don't allow the battery to go flat)! 

 Walkers will require torches/headlights until about 07:30, and (walkers and slower runners) again from 18:00. All competitors take part at their own risk and must report to the Finish, or retire by handing in their number at an official check point. Competitors must register on the day, with travel information (car registration, companions, etc), and record their passage at each check point. The Organiser reserves the right to alter the course in the light of conditions on the day. The Organiser and Rotherham Harriers and Athletics Club cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury arising from participation in this event.

The 40th Rowbotham's ROUND ROTHERHAM 8-STAGE RELAY

Click this link for online entry for Relay (current link is now to 2023 event)

On-line entry for 2023 is now available.  EOD (Entry on the Day) is NOT available for the relay.

Entries for 2024 are not yet open

Closing date: Sunday 1st Oct (23:59)

With the relaxation of Coronavirus restrictions, event organisation is in progress, aiming to provide a Covid-free environment.

The event, held under TRA UK:athletics rules, takes place at low altitude (below 150 m, 500') but autumn, potentially wintery conditions. Competitors should be aware of danger hypothermia, and are advised to carry or wear a waterproof top (cagoule, etc) adequate clothing. All take part their own risk must report Finish, retire by handing in number an official check point. register on day, with travel information (car registration, companions, etc), give each Organiser reserves right alter course light conditions day. Rotherham Harriers Athletics Club cannot responsible for any loss injury arising participation this event.

If you want to check whether your entry has been processed, check on SiEntries and click on Entry List
 

Relay Registration form (update, to hand in on the day - not for entry)

Start and Format: RELAY: 08:00: This is an eight stage relay with two to eight runners per team: The basic rules of the relay are:

(a) there is a change-over at each of the seven intermediate checkpoints,
(b) runners can be accompanied by "minders"
(c) runners cannot run consecutive legs (except as a minder),
(d) it is the team's responsibility to get the fresh runner to the check point, and to collect the incoming runner
(e) Mixed Teams: A team with between 4 and 7 stages run by ladies is automatically a valid Mixed team.  Otherwise, with 2 or 3 stages run by ladies, ladies run at least one third of the distance, 27 km. 

Note: The relay is intended as a running event, hence the 8am start. Teams planning to do a lot of walking (expecting to take more than about 10 hours) should contact the organiser, roundroth-at-hmarston.co.uk, before entering. There are options.

In summary, for a team with three stages run by ladies, the team will be a valid mixed team with this exception: if a lady runs Stage 6; a lady has to run Stage 1 or Stage 3.
A team with 2 ladies who run Stage 1 and 3 could be a mixed team (or a super-strong lady who runs both).
Please be aware that the regulations for eligibility to compete in the female category stipulated by UK Athletics apply. See link

If you are in a team of 2, the first runner covers 46 km, the second 35 km approx.

Stage lengths (Provisionally for 2023) CP 7 is now at Hooton Roberts.

Stage	Description	length, km	Climb (GPS), m
1	Start to Grange	15.6	308
2	Grange to Treeton	10.1	170
3	Treeton to Harthill	11.9	196
4	Harthill to Woodsetts	9.2	123
5	Woodsetts to Firbeck	9.0	86
6	Firbeck to Maltby	6.3	108
7	Maltby to Hooton Roberts	9.1	130
8	Hooton Roberts to Finish	9.5	108

Please note: refreshments at checkpoints are primarily intended for individual competitors. Supporters should park away from the checkpoint and not obstruct the officials. The Hooton Robert checkpoint is not accessible to vehicles, parking will be identified on Changes page

For legal reasons, there is Minimum Age on the Day of 18 years unless accompanied by an adult,

Note: There are maximum lengths under UKA rules that a junior can run:
Under 16 years 6,000 metres (no stages allowed for U/16s)
Under 17 years 10,000 metres
Under 18 years 25,000 metres
Under 20 years 45,000 metres
Please take this into account if allocating stages to juniors

Entries: by  Sunday 1st October 2023 (23:59). Team Fee £30.00

The entry procedure is much as for individual.  Note: there is NO ENTRY ON THE DAY.

Entries and results will be processed by computer, and can only be accepted on this basis. 

Awards: Trophy for first Open team, first all-female team, first Mixed Team {ladies run least a third of the distance, 27 km}
Commemorative polo-shirt (£10.00) and badge (£2.00) are available to relay participants (including non-running team managers), if ordered in advance by 6th 23rd September.

Safety: As important as for the individual. All competitors take part at their own risk and must report to the Finish, or retire by handing in their number at an official check point, as required TRA / UK:Athletics rules. Teams must check in on the day, with details of the support vehicle (registration number(s)), and to report team membership. The Organiser reserves the right to alter the course in the light of conditions on the day. The Organiser and Rotherham Harriers and Athletics Club cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury arising from participation in this event.

The event, held under TRA UK:athletics rules, takes place at low altitude (below 150 m, 500') but autumn, potentially under wintery conditions. Competitors should be aware of the danger of hypothermia, and are advised to carry or wear a waterproof top (cagoule, etc) and adequate clothing. The Organiser reserves the right to alter the course in the light of conditions on the day. The Organiser and Rotherham Harriers and Athletics Club cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury arising from participation in this event.

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Page updated 30/10/2023  Enquiries about this page to rrrhenry-at-hmarston.co.uk  making the obvious substitution