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This Festival is in a testing state, and is not open for public sign-ups until the organiser has launched it.

Organiser's Description

Croft Ambrey Running Club Presents

The Hillfort Hustle

10 Mile and 5 Mile Trail Race
10am Sunday 20th July 2025

Aymestrey, Herefordshire HR6

 

New for 2025. The Hillfort Hustle is a challenging but beautiful run through North Herefordshire countryside including a climb up to the Iron Age Hillfort at Croft Ambrey. Starting opposite the Riverside Inn at Aymestrey, the run takes in the pretty village of Leinthall Earls before entering the private Gatley Estate which has given special permission for the race to enjoy their wonderful grounds.

Shortly after the climb is on - up to the Hillfort and some glorious views before starting the descent to home. It might just be the one of the most beautiful and rewarding races in the country. There's the Half Hustle offering a shorter, 5 mile route, but don't worry, the runners still get to tackle the climb up to the Hillfort!  

Race Day Information

Directions & Parking

The race starts and finishes in the village of Aymestrey, 7 miles North of Leominster on the A4110. The race field is across the road from The Riverside Inn (postcode HR6 9ST). The What 3 Words location for the field is: ///alternate.niece.seat

If you’re travelling south from Wigmore the event field is on the left just before The Riverside Inn. If you’re travelling north from Leominster it will be on your right.

There’s plenty of parking close to the race start. Please follow instructions from the parking marshals.

RACE NUMBER PICK UP

Please pick your timing chip and race number up from the registration tent. You can leave bags here if you want – although your car will be close by. Registration opens at 8:30am. The latest time you can pick your number is 9:45am.

CHANGING DISTANCE

If you want to change distance you can do this on the day. There’s no charge to change from the 10 mile to the 5 mile distance. If you want to change from the 5 mile Half Hustle race to full 10 mile Hustle the cost is £5. Cash only please. If you are changing distance please do this before 9:30am

ON THE DAY ENTRIES

If we have capacity, we will offer entries on the day. The cost will be £20 for the 10 mile Hustle and £15 for the Half Hustle. Cash only. On the day entries will close at 9:30am  

TOILETS

There are toilets at the start/finish but no changing facilities.

RACE ROUTES AND WATER.

Both the 5 and 10 mile Hustle routes are a mix of country lane, tracks and trails. There’s around 1,000 feet of climb on the 5 mile route and 1,800 on the 10 mile course.

Important: The Hillfort Hustle is a cup-free race. On the 5 mile course there is one water station at 2.5 miles where you can fill your cup or bottle. On the 10 mile route there will be a water station at 2.5 and 7.5 miles.

The routes are fully marked and marshalled. There will be tail-runners on both the courses.

JUNIORS’ RACE – 12:30pm

There will be a race for Juniors (15 years of age or younger) at 12:30pm. £3 entry on the day (cash only please). The 2km course is fully marked and parents / carers are welcome to run alongside their child. All Juniors should be under the supervision of an adult. There’s a Hillfort Hustle medal for all finishers.

FOOD & REFRESHMENTS

At the finish of your race, reward yourself with a drink from the bar, a BBQ burger or maybe an ice cream. All sales benefit the Aymestrey Village Hall and Church restoration funds.

TIMINGS

8:30am – 9:45am: Race Number Pick-Up:

8:30am – 9:30am: On the Day entries (if available)

9:45am: ‘Do the Hustle’ Race Warm Up

10am: Race Start – 10 Mile Hillfort Hustle and 5 Mile Half Hustle

12 noon: Prize Giving – 5 Mile Half Hustle

12:30: Junior’s 2k Race (enter on the day)

1pm: Prize Giving: 10 Mile Hillfort Hustle

Any last moment changes or updates will be posted on the Croft Ambrey Running Club Facebook Page

Sorry – no transfers or refunds

See you on Sunday July 20th!

Please remember your mug / water bottle!

If you have any questions please Email Huw Williams at: chair@croftambreyrunningclub.co.uk

 

Prices

For each sign-up, the organiser pays the Service Fee of 4% (min 50p). You pay no surcharge

Hillfort Hustle 10 Mile Trail race
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16 Jul 2025 23:59£15.00£17.00

*Discounted for members of any of EA WA SA

Hillfort Half Hustle 5 mile Trail Race
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16 Jul 2025 23:59£12.00£14.00

*Discounted for members of England Athletics

Dates and Status

Date: 20 Jul 2025

Closing Date: 16 Jul 2025 23:59

Places Available/Total: ??/250

Status: Closed

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Organiser

Huw Williams

Croft Ambrey Running Club

07973203318

Aymestrey, Herefordshire, HR6 9ST