Entries

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Entries will go on sale on Saturday 1st February 2020 at 11am and close at midnight on 26th July 2020 or earlier if the capacity is reached. The price for entry is £20, plus a £2 supplement for participants who are not affiliated to UK Athletics or members of the Trail Runnings Association. If any entries remain, these will be made available on the day with a late entry supplement of £5. Up to 400 places are available, which will be distributed across the four start times. The exact allocation to each start will be adjusted as necessary depending on the popularity of each category. By purchasing an entry you agree to the terms on conditions specified below in the 'Taking Part' section of this website.

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What's Included?

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• Participation in a run/hike on a spectacular route in the Peak District National Park

• Full results

• A certificate for all finishers

• Comprehensive event guide

• Access to a detailed route description

• GPX file of the route

• Refreshments at aid stations

• Hot meal at the finish

• Support from an highly experienced and enthusiastic event team

• Professional medical support

• Option to purchase a high quality event technical t-shirt (order when entering)

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Location

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The event in based in the heart of the picturesque village of Hartington. The village is situated in the Dove valley and is surrounded by beautiful countryside.

The base for the race and event HQ is Hartington Village Hall which is on Hide Lane close to the centre of the village.

The address is:

Hartington Village Hall

Hide Lane

Hartington

Derbyshire

SK17 0AW

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Race Ethos

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Our ethos for the event is aligned with our ethos for Peak Running as a whole. We want it to be an event that is capable of challenging even the most experienced runners and hikers, while also being accessible to a wide range of people who want to challenge themselves in a wonderful environment. We want there to be some tough competition at the front of the fields in each distance. But we also recognise that, for the majority, simply taking part and finishing is winning for them. So even if you're not a fast runner, or you'd prefer to hike, it's designed to accommodate you. From a broader perspective, we want to make it an event that has a positive impact on the Peak District, its communities and the local environment. An event that residents, local businesses, and those that look after the delicate landscapes within the park, support and look foward to. Our commitments to this fundamental aim for the event include:

• Donating a proportion of the profits to the Peak District National Park Foundation charity to help them protect this wonderful park, for everyone, forever.
• Building strong relationships with the park authorities and land managers, their rangers and other stakeholders.
• Organising conservation days for runners to help carry out important conservation and restoration work on the trails within the park.
• Using the event as a vehicle to help promote and educate people on the work and behaviours necessary to maintain the beauty of the park for future generations.
• Using community facilities for event HQ and checkpoints wherever possible.
• Using local independant and community buinesses for supplies, such as race mementos, t-shirts etc.
• Ensuring there will be no trace of the event by the time it is wrapped up on the Sunday.

In addition the event will support the annual charity of its founders, the Matlock Rotary Club. In 2020 this will be Edale Mountain Rescue.

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Schedule

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The Dipper will take place on Sunday 2nd August 2020.

The key elements of the programme for the day are as follows:

07:30 Registration Opens

09:00 Walkers Start - The Big Dipper (26-miles)

09:30 Walkers Start - The Little Dipper (15-miles)

10:00 Runners Start - The Big Dipper (26-miles)

10:30 Runners Start - The Little Dipper (15-miles)

20:00 Deadline to complete both courses.

Interim cut-off times will also be applied at checkpoints for participants who are not on schedule to reach the finish by 20:00..

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Event Team

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Our event team are renowned for their enthusiasm and ability to bring a sense of fun to an event, while maintaining the professional standards needed to ensure a smooth and safe event for all involved.

Many of them have supported the Dipper for years and/or are runners or hikers themselves, so they know what it’s all about and know what you need, maybe even before you do. If you are interested in joining the team please contact us.

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Car Parking

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Details of event car parking are currently being finalised.

Full details of the arrangements will be provided here and in the Event Guide prior the event.

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Local Accommodation

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There are various accommodation options in the area. Locally there is a Youth Hostel (Hartington Hall) on the edge of the village and a number of camp sites in the area. There are also various pubs with accommodation, B&Bs and holiday cottages.

See the village website for more information www.hartingtonvillage.com

The nearest towns with greater accommodation options are Ashbourne (12 miles), Buxton (12 miles) and Leek (10-miles).

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Entries

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Entries will go on sale on Saturday 1st February 2020 at 11am and close at midnight on 26th July 2020 or earlier if the capacity is reached. The price for entry is £20, plus a £2 supplement for participants who are not affiliated to UK Athletics or members of the Trail Runnings Association. If any entries remain, these will be made available on the day with a late entry supplement of £5. Up to 400 places are available, which will be distributed across the four start times. The exact allocation to each start will be adjusted as necessary depending on the popularity of each category. By purchasing an entry you agree to the terms on conditions specified below in the 'Taking Part' section of this website.

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What's Included?

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• Participation in a run/hike on a spectacular route in the Peak District National Park

• Full results

• A certificate for all finishers

• Comprehensive event guide

• Access to a detailed route description

• GPX file of the route

• Refreshments at aid stations

• Hot meal at the finish

• Support from an highly experienced and enthusiastic event team

• Professional medical support

• Option to purchase a high quality event technical t-shirt (order when entering)

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Location

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The event in based in the heart of the picturesque village of Hartington. The village is situated in the Dove valley and is surrounded by beautiful countryside.

The base for the race and event HQ is Hartington Village Hall which is on Hide Lane close to the centre of the village.

The address is:

Hartington Village Hall

Hide Lane

Hartington

Derbyshire

SK17 0AW

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Race Ethos

---

Our ethos for the event is aligned with our ethos for Peak Running as a whole. We want it to be an event that is capable of challenging even the most experienced runners and hikers, while also being accessible to a wide range of people who want to challenge themselves in a wonderful environment. We want there to be some tough competition at the front of the fields in each distance. But we also recognise that, for the majority, simply taking part and finishing is winning for them. So even if you're not a fast runner, or you'd prefer to hike, it's designed to accommodate you. From a broader perspective, we want to make it an event that has a positive impact on the Peak District, its communities and the local environment. An event that residents, local businesses, and those that look after the delicate landscapes within the park, support and look foward to. Our commitments to this fundamental aim for the event include:

• Donating a proportion of the profits to the Peak District National Park Foundation charity to help them protect this wonderful park, for everyone, forever.
• Building strong relationships with the park authorities and land managers, their rangers and other stakeholders.
• Organising conservation days for runners to help carry out important conservation and restoration work on the trails within the park.
• Using the event as a vehicle to help promote and educate people on the work and behaviours necessary to maintain the beauty of the park for future generations.
• Using community facilities for event HQ and checkpoints wherever possible.
• Using local independant and community buinesses for supplies, such as race mementos, t-shirts etc.
• Ensuring there will be no trace of the event by the time it is wrapped up on the Sunday.

In addition the event will support the annual charity of its founders, the Matlock Rotary Club. In 2020 this will be Edale Mountain Rescue.

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Schedule

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The Dipper will take place on Sunday 2nd August 2020.

The key elements of the programme for the day are as follows:

07:30 Registration Opens

09:00 Walkers Start - The Big Dipper (26-miles)

09:30 Walkers Start - The Little Dipper (15-miles)

10:00 Runners Start - The Big Dipper (26-miles)

10:30 Runners Start - The Little Dipper (15-miles)

20:00 Deadline to complete both courses.

Interim cut-off times will also be applied at checkpoints for participants who are not on schedule to reach the finish by 20:00..

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Event Team

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Our event team are renowned for their enthusiasm and ability to bring a sense of fun to an event, while maintaining the professional standards needed to ensure a smooth and safe event for all involved.

Many of them have supported the Dipper for years and/or are runners or hikers themselves, so they know what it’s all about and know what you need, maybe even before you do. If you are interested in joining the team please contact us.

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Car Parking

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Details of event car parking are currently being finalised.

Full details of the arrangements will be provided here and in the Event Guide prior the event.

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Local Accommodation

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There are various accommodation options in the area. Locally there is a Youth Hostel (Hartington Hall) on the edge of the village and a number of camp sites in the area. There are also various pubs with accommodation, B&Bs and holiday cottages.

See the village website for more information www.hartingtonvillage.com

The nearest towns with greater accommodation options are Ashbourne (12 miles), Buxton (12 miles) and Leek (10-miles).

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Overview

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The Big Dipper is anti-clowise loop of just under 27 miles, with around 4000 feet of elevation gain.

The Little Dipper is also an anti-clockwise loop. It is appoximately 15 miles, with around 2700 feet of elevation gain.

The shorter route takes short-cuts between the start and the checkpoint at Revidge and between Wetton and Milldale. Between Revidge and Wetton, and between Milldale and the end, participants share the same route.

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Distances

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The distances for an event of this nature cannot be measured completely accurately due to the nature of the terrain and the obstacles that you will encounter.

We have measured them using a combination of mapping software and gps enabled devices and taken care to ensure that they are at least the advertised distance; as we know most participants would be disappointed to be short changed with the distance.

You can therefore expect a variation of up to around 5% above the advertised distances.

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What is the qualifying criteria

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See the 'Experienced Required' entry in the 'Taking Part' section of this website.

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Are there any age limits?

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Participants must be at least 18 years old to take part.

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Can I run/walk with a dog?

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Sorry, no. This is not allowed due to the conditions of the permit / insurance under UKA Rules.

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Can I use trekking pole?

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Yes

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What happens if I retire?

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If you decide to retire you must do so at a checkpoint if at all possible and inform the event crew of your decision. We will provide somewhere warm and dry for you to wait (likely to be in a vehicle if an outdoor checkpoint) until we can transport you back the event HQ in Hartington. This will be considered a lower priority than the operation of the checkpoint to support those still participating, so may not be until the checkpoint closes.

You can, of course, make your own arrangement for transport back to Hartington or elsewhere. However, it is essential that you inform a race official before leaving the event.

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Are ITRA / UTMB points available?

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The event is currently under evaluation for points.

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