The Start and Checkpoints 1 to 4

The Start and Checkpoints 1 to 4

This page contains the more detailed information about the checkpoint on the route.


Click here to download a list of checkpoints with cuts off and other information.




Registration and the Start, LU6 2EG

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Mini buses will take runners from Tring Train Station to the registration point from 08:00 to 09:30 on Saturday. 


Leave your drop bag at this location.


Support crews cannot park at the registration point but they can park at the Ivinghoe Beacon Car Park and walk up, or, park at the two parking areas near the registration Point.

Checkpoint 1, Chiltern Academy, Wendover, HP22 6NJ

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Checkpoint 1 is at 10.5 miles.  Note this is a new location for 2023 - and around 200m further than the old location. You pass directly in front of the CP.


Support crews cannot park at this location.  Parking on the high street is limited.


Cut off: 13:30


Checkpoint 2, Whiteleaf, HP27 0RP

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Checkpoint 2 is at 16.8 miles and 6.3 miles past checkpoint 1.  


Support crews can park at this location - note the car park has a height barrier.  The CP is located on the Ridgeway just beyond the car park.


Cut off: 15:30


Checkpoint 3, Hill Road Lewknor, OX49 5TS

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Checkpoint 3 is at 26.2 miles and 9.4 miles past checkpoint 2. .


Support crews can park near this location - park at the end of the road and walk up to the checkpoint.  No parking at the checkpoint itself.


Cut off: 18:45


Checkpoint 4, Nuffield Church


Checkpoint 4 is at 34.2 miles and 8 miles past checkpoint 3.  


No crew are permitted at this checkpoint.


Cut off: 21:10