The Christmas Charity Run at Rathfinny
The event is a cupless charity run held at Rathfinny Wine Estate in the South Downs National Park, with Race HQ near the Tasting Room in Alfriston. Runners follow vineyard trails that pass through vines and offer views of the surrounding downs.
The course is organised as two 5 km loops around the estate. Terrain is mainly grass and chalky flint trail with undulating hilly cambers in places. Only water will be available at the start and finish, so participants must bring their own hydration or cup.
Entry is limited to 75 places and the event is restricted to local runners to reduce car travel and ecological impact. £8 of the £12.50 race fee is allocated directly to the WOLO Foundation. A bottle of Rathfinny sparkling wine is listed as a prize for the first male and the first female finisher.
ON RACE DAY
Race Location: The Tasting Room, Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, Polegate, BN26 5TU
Race HQ: Race HQ will be located at the start/finish point of the race, near the Tasting Room. Please follow the signs to the car park.
Car Parking: There are parking spaces at Rathfinny near the Cellar Door and Tasting Room for runners only. There will be a donation charge of £5 for all single use car parking. (card or cash)
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Marshals: Marshals will direct all cars into the car parking area, which will be open for arrivals from 9am. Please allow plenty of time to park and join the race in good time. Car Parking is free for cars with 2 or more runners as per our car sharing criteria.
Toilets: There will be portable toilets available near The Hut by the car park.
Facilities: Please arrive ready to run. We are a cupless event so please bring your own hydration or cup.
Aid station: There will only be water available at the start/finish line.
Bag Drop: You are welcome to leave your bag at the start, however this is done at your own risk and discretion. Drop bags will need to be clearly labelled with your race number and name.
Medical Services - MedExPlus will be attending and have donated their fee to WOLO.
RACE START TIMES
Start time: 10:00am. You will given a bib before the start. Times will be recorded via Webscorer so please ensure you show your bib number as you go through the finish funnel on both loops.
Prize: A bottle of Rathfinny Sparkling Wine for the first male and first female.
COURSE MAP ROUTE & TERRAIN See Route Map. Mainly grass/chalky/flint trail with undulating hilly cambers in places. https://strava.app.link/vdXdKtTFtFb
Recommended footwear & kit: We recommend light trail shoes if the weather is dry however if it is wet prior too or on the day then more robust trail shoes will be better. Please keep an eye on the forecast and dress appropriately for the conditions, bringing a spare set of clothes (and socks!) if needed. Please note, there are no changing facilities available at the site.
Litter: Please remember to NOT drop litter during this event, both on the course and at Race HQ. Bins will be provided so please hold on to your rubbish until it can be disposed of correctly.
Race Numbers: Your race number must be worn on the front of your shirt and not on your legs or back otherwise you may not receive an accurate time.
Your Health & Fitness: Before attempting to race we ask that you make sure you are 100% fit to do so. If you believe that you are not fit enough to take part in the race, please could we ask you to think about the serious effects that could possibly be triggered if you do so and return to racing when you feel fully fit.