Sandhead10 2024 race brief

Thank you for entering the 2024 edition of the Sandhead 10 – the biggest one we’ve had with 78 names on the start list!

Below are some details for the event.

Bus to the start

Two options were offered on sign-up, 9am and 9.30am.

Due to the numbers, we’ve managed to make it onto one bus, which will be the 9.30am.

The bus will depart from next to the Stranraer Marina Office.

Alex will be there in Acorn Trails attire with a green flag!

Location on the map link below.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/YXFZhd1nsQwT5Day5

The bus will drop you at registration in Sandhead, where you will collect your race number and pins.

Race

The race route is multi terrain, with beach, sand dunes, under growth, over growth, grass fields, dirt roads, tarmac roads, pavements….. you get the picture!

There are some road crossings. Please be extra vigilant at these points, but also be careful even on the quieter country lanes which the route follows. Ear phones are not recommended for this route.

Route marking will be in place throughout the route, bright hi viz arrows, some large, some small! The Mull of Galloway Trail also has it’s own route markings and information boards along the way.

There is a route change not longer after the start, where we will follow the beach further north before cutting into the dunes near Culmore Burn.

There is a half lap of Agnew Park after running past the Oyster Festival which is on this weekend. The perfect place to unwind after the race.

GPX file for download here or see the Strva link below.

Shoe choice – should be fine in road shoes, but there will be some muddy bits.

Kit – we have no specified minimum kit, although as the race is in Scotland, we do recommend carrying some waterproofs!

Water stations will be available on the route at approximately 5km and 11km, and again at the finish.

Public toilets are available at the start in Sandhead, and adjacent to the finish behind the Driftwood cafe. Nice coffee!

Drop bag – you can drop a bag at the start which will be taken to the finish for you. Please be mindful of space, and don’t pack a huge holdall! A baggage tag is included with your race number. You will require your race number to collect your bag at the finish.

Prizes

There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd and 1st in age category.

See you all Sunday!