About the Challenge
The Walk is organised by
St. George’s Primary School PTA (registered charity-1046587) and was first started in 2003.
The 19th walk is on Saturday 13th May 2023. During the past 20 years it has grown into a great Challenge event raising thousands of pounds for our children.
Venue: the walk starts and finishes at St George’s C of E Primary School, Clun. Please follow signs and steward’s instructions for car parking.
Post Code SY7 8JQ & grid reference 299806
Route: Choose either the 26 or 16 mile route, both with some challenging Shropshire Hills (approximately 4300’ of ascent). The scenery is spectacular and the route consists of tracks, bridleways, footpaths and a minimal amount of quiet road walking/running. There are 3 manned checkpoints on the 26 mile route and 2 on the 16 mile route, with refreshments in addition to self clip passage controls.
A grid reference route will be issued on receipt of entry. This route is designed for use with O.S. Explorer Maps 201 and 216. If you do not have a map you can buy one here.
Accommodation: A list of local B&Bs can be obtained from Tourist Information Centres or via the Clun Website at www.clun.org.uk
Refreshments: There will be hot drinks, water (please bring refillable container) and homemade cakes at each check point. At the finish there will be soup and a roll and hot drinks available.
Entry: The Entry Fee is £25 which is non-refundable. Should the event be cancelled, then there is the option to transfer to the following year or a donation can be made. This includes the refreshments. Online Entry will be available from early January 2023 .