Sun 5 May 2024 Worthing, West Sussex, UK

Three Forts Challenge | Half Marathon

A tough and enduring run, founded in 1976.

  • Sun 5 May 2024
Hill Barn Recreation Ground, Worthing

Half Marathon

09:15

£35

Age 18 & over

  • 13.1 miles multi terrain running

Overview

Known as "The Tough One" the Three Forts Marathon (27.2 miles) includes a total of c. 3450 ft of climb with stiles and rough tracks underfoot. The route runs northwards from Hill Barn to Cissbury Ring, then eastwards towards Coombs then to Botolphs and the River Adur crossing. The route then goes to Devil’s Dyke and back to the River Adur. It continues on the South Downs Way to Chanctonbury Ring, where it swings south-west to Findon Park Farm. It stays on public bridleways to Cissbury Ring and back to Hill Barn. The Marathon has a strict 6 hour time limit. The event is fully supported by our Aid Stations for all of this time. The Half Marathon, with a total climb of c.1450 ft, takes a shorter route to Steyning Bowl and picks up the last part of the Marathon route. The map shows the route in more detail and can be used in conjunction with the appropriate OS map. 5 Mile Trail Run for those wanting a shorter distance but with the challenge of the hills. All runners and who complete will receive a momento of the event. Details to be confirmed.

This event is part of Three Forts Challenge.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Newcomers

Location

  • Changing facilities
  • Showers
  • Toilets

Route

  • First aid
  • Marshals
  • No headphones

What's included

  • Cake
  • Chip timing
  • Medal

Entries

  • Age 18 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter online

Other races at event

  • Sun 5 May
  • #1 of 3
Hill Barn Recreation Ground, Worthing

3FC 5 Mile Trail Run

09:30

£20

Age 16 & over

  • 5 miles trail running
  • Sun 5 May
  • #3 of 3
Hill Barn Recreation Ground, Worthing

Marathon

09:00

£45

Age 18 & over

  • 27.2 miles multi terrain running