Spire 2 Spire Trekathon

Saturday 08 September 2012, South West England

An event that is ideal for seasoned walkers and joggers alike, this event offers two challenges of 13 or 26 miles. Taking in Norman ruins, rolling downs and water meadows between the historic cities of Winchester and Salisbury, the beautiful scenery will spur you on to your chosen finish line.

Guide itinerary:

Our challenging day starts early from Winchester, ancient capital of Wessex and city of King Alfred the Great. We follow the Itchen valley, climbing our first hill before the city’s outskirts have dropped behind us. We then head west through ancient woodland and farmland and past ancient earthworks. We pass historic King’s Somborne, site of a royal hunting forest and palace, then cross the picturesque River Test towards our halfway point.

Leaving the Test Valley behind us, we cross rolling downs with fabulous views, then take a Roman Road which cuts unswerving through the landscape. Our route continues to dip and climb as we cross the hills. On a clear day you will see Salisbury’s magnificent Cathedral spire – at 404ft it is the highest in the UK – from many miles away. Passing Clarendon Palace, a hunting lodge ruin dating back to Norman times, it’s not long before we reach Salisbury and can celebrate our achievement in front of the beautiful Cathedral.

For more information on the itinerary, fundraising options and the registration process please download our information pack or sign-up online.