Rules
The race is held under UK Athletics laws, FRA and Heptonstall Festival Race competition rules.
The only mandatory equipment is your race number. Ideally you'll have some clothing to pin it to.
In the event of poor weather conditions on race day, the organisers may either choose an alternative route or may even cancel the race. But let's face it, what with the race being in July and everything that's pretty unlikely.
On Race day
One number will be issued which must be worn and be clearly visible at all times.
Competitors must pass each checkpoint once only in the correct sequence.
Competitors who retire must advise the nearest checkpoint as soon as possible. If the nearest checkpoint is not the finish, retirement must be reported again to race control as soon as possible.
Flags or other markers must be followed where provided.
Late starters are not allowed.
Competitors must be age 18 or over.
No dogs to accompany runners.
The decisions of the referee are final.