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Welcome to the Wild Mud Run – 28th March 2020, please take time to read this notice in full to ensure you are fully prepared for event day.

Start Times – The race is organised in groups of 400 runners every thirty minutes. Start times will be published four weeks before the event.
Directions – Osmaston Manor, Osmaston, Ashbourne, DE6 1LW. Follow the X-RUNNER Event Traffic signs.
Late Entries – On the day entry available. Cash only, please report to the information tent. Adults 5k or 10k £75.00, Family 5k, £50.00 Kids £25.00 please contact us here for details
Race Pack – Your tee shirt, number and wrist band will be available for collection from registration on event day. Medals will be given out at the finish line. If you forget to collect your t-shirt or medal we won’t be able to mail them out after the race, sorry.
Arrival Times – Please aim to arrive at least one hour before your race start time and sign in at registration.
Sign In – Adult 5k or 10k – Sign at surname tent. Kids – Teens – Family – Sign in at the information tent.
Can I cancel my entry?
No our terms and conditions state no cancelations and no refunds under any circumstance. However you can make a last minute on the day substitution. The new runner will need to download the substitute form here, print and complete the form and hand in at registration when they arrive (they will need to sign in at the original runners surname desk).
Bag Storage £2 per bag – Bag storage will be located in the event village, please ask at registration for details. Please note that the event organisers cannot be held responsible for any losses.
Free Key Storage – If you leave your bags in your vehicle you can store your keys free of charge. Please note however the carpark is approximately 1km from the event village. Please also note that the event organisers cannot be held responsible for any losses.
Changing Rooms / Showers / Washing Facilities – Cold showers and changing rooms will be located in the event village. They are basic – literally a marquee tent, one for men, and one for women. Its important that you at least wash your hands and face immediately after the race. Please see “Reducing the risk of illness” below.
Parking is £10 per vehicle, cash only. If you have pre-booked your parking, please print your conformation with the QR code and bring this with you on event day.

staysafe

Safety Brief – There will be a mandatory safety briefing and warm up for each race, please make sure you are at the start line 20 minutes before your race is due to start.
First Aid – The first aid post will be located near the start/finish line. There will be Paramedics at the race along with four wheel drive ambulances, response vehicles and first aiders around the course.
Fitness Level – You don’t have to be an experienced distance runner or gym fanatic but we recommend that you are in good physical condition and are running regularly. If in doubt please ask your GP for advice, you can contact us here if you have any further questions.
Safety – Key Points – None of the obstacles are compulsory, we will encourage but not force you to try every obstacle, however if there is something that you feel unable to do, then you can simply walk around, the choice is yours.
Distance – All our events are 5k or 10k, each race is made up of five kilometre laps containing around thirty obstacles, you can decide on race day if you want to complete one or two laps.

kids & family events

Teen / Family 5k. 12yrs + with 30 obstacles the course is one lap of the adult course, however you will miss obstacles involving deep water swimming, however expect to get wet and muddy. All competitors under 15yrs must be accompanied by a paying adult, minimum of one adult to four teens.

Mini Warrior 1.5k or 3k 4yrs to 12yrs. The Kids event will be a 1.5k lap with 12 obstacles, so one or two laps. Each child must have a parent or guardian with them. The parent or guardian can go round the course with their child but won’t go over the obstacles (with the exception of parents with younger children who need assistance). The parent or guardian will be given a duplicate running number to identify up to four kids they are looking after on the day. Expect to get wet and muddy.

what to wear

Shoes – Be aware, any shoes that would be dangerous to other participants will not be allowed. In short, NO SPIKES we also have inflatable obstacles. Cross country, trail or fell running shoes with a grippy sole would be ideal. Expect the surface to be wet, muddy and very slippery!
Clothes – Lightweight stuff that dries quickly. Even if it’s a cold day, heavy or thick clothing will just retain water and make you colder. Long sleeve tops and bottoms can help give some extra protection from scratches. Please remember to bring a warm change of clothes for after the event so you can enjoy the atmosphere in the event village.
Gloves – This one is more debatable. Some people swear by them, others prefer to go glove-less (faster drying). If you go with gloves, be sure to grab tough, thick ones to prevent burns from the ropes and splinters from the walls.
Fancy Dress – Whilst we welcome the brave ones in fancy dress you must be aware from a Health and Safety angle that your costume should not hinder your ability to run, climb, crawl or swim! Also be aware that this is a family event, so nothing that can be deemed as indecent please. If in doubt please contact us or ask a member of staff for further advice!
Wear clean dry kit – Osmaston Estate is home to some rare and endangered species. After consultation with the environment agency the main concern is cross contamination from other parts of the country. To minimise this risk it is imperative that all competitors have clean kit and footwear that has been thoroughly washed and dried.  If you arrive in dirty kit you will NOT be allowed to race.
Wetsuit / Neoprene – Wet suits help in the water, however they are not wind proof and may have a cooling effect on a windy cold day, they are also not very comfortable to run in. We monitor water temperature and adjust water immersion times accordingly, there is also an option to avoid the water if you don’t want to swim or are getting too cold? If you are looking to complete the 10k (2 x laps) you may prefer to miss the water obstacles on the first lap to avoid over exposure?

waterquality

Water Quality – Water obstacles are supplied from a variety of natural sources including springs, rivers and surface streams, these waters have fluctuating levels of bacteria. There have been outbreaks of gastrointestinal infections reported associated with open water swimming.

Reducing the risk of illness
Before you swim:
• cover cuts, scratches or sores with a waterproof plaster before swimming
• consider wearing appropriate protective clothing such as a leggings and gloves.

While you are swimming:
• try to avoid swallowing and/or splashing water or mud into your mouth
• observe local safety advice
After swimming:
• ensure you clean your hands thoroughly with soap and water after swimming and before handling/eating food
• thoroughly clean cuts or abrasions using soap and water
• handle your kit with care after use. Rinse it with clean water as soon as is practicable after swimming. Clean with detergent and rinse as advised by the manufacturer. Always wash your hands with soap and water after handling or cleaning your kit. Allow to dry thoroughly before reuse.

If you fall ill with symptoms after the event, particularly from 3-19 days following, then see your doctor immediately. Common symptoms could include sudden onset of fever, diarrhoea, intense headache, if you suffer any of these symptoms please consult your GP immediately.

Read more here – Swim Heathy

Insurance

Warning obstacle racing is DANGEROUS.

Peace of Mind;- Personal Accident Insurance from £5.75

The unexpected can happen at any level or frequency of sport, by taking out an “obstacle race” insurance policy you ensure that if you are involved in an incident, the most important issues can be taken care of – personal liability, accidental death, permanent total disability and income protection.

Why do you need personal accident insurance?  We have public liability insurance, however this will not cover you if you injure yourself as a result of an accident that is not our fault! If you slip, trip or fall you will not be able to claim unless you have personal accident insurance. For as little as £5.75 you can have piece of mind.

Obstacle Race – Personal Accident Insurance. This policy is designed to offer sports accident cover to individuals who participate in obstacle races. It provides personal accident cover for your chosen sport plus all other sports in the same group and lower groups. Benefits include personal accident, broken bones, accidental death, and personal liability. For complete piece of mind there is also the option to include loss of earnings cover. Three levels of cover are availiable and policies can be single day, multiple days or annual.

From just £5.75 for bronze single day cover.

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Course Map 2017 – 38 or 76 obstacles. 5k or 10k

1, Hay Bale Walls 2, Hurdles 3, Quick Step 4, Commando Crawl 5, X-Stream 6, Rope Climb 7, Log Jam Xtreme 8, Cargo Net Climb 9, Vertical Walls 10, Inclined Walls 11, Vertical Walls 12, Commando 13, Over & Under 14, Drink Station 15, Spiders Web 16, Spiders Web 17, Vertical Walls 18, Barbed Wire 19, X-Stream 20, Swamp Fever 21, Spiders Web 22, Jacobs Ladder 23, Pine Nuts 24, Muddy Good Fun 25, Drink Station 26, Water Slide 27, Open Water Swim 28, Giants Causeway* 29, Monkey Bars 30, Open Water Swim 31, Avalanche 32, Cresta Run Xtreme 33, Sidewinder “NEW” 34, Tight Fit 35, Vertical Walls 36, Fire Starter 37, Inclined Walls 38, Free Fall. Please note the map is provisional and obstacles may change before the event.

Distance – All our events are 5k or 10k, each race is made up of five kilometre laps containing around thirty obstacles, you can decide on race day if you want to complete one or two laps.

Safety – None of the obstacles are compulsory,  if there is something that you feel unable to do, then you can simply walk around, the choice is yours, stay safely!