South Downs Way Relay
We need YOUR HELP…
… to defend Ranelagh’s title at the 2025 South Downs Way Relay on 7 June.
The South Downs Way 100 Mile Relay is one of the best running days out in our calendar and this year, Ranelagh will bring two teams to the party. So there’s a chance for twice as many of us to experience this awesome event.
What is the South Downs Way Relay?
▪️ 100 miles relay race for teams of 6 runners.
▪️ Covering the length of the South Downs from Beachy Head to Winchester, in ONE DAY.
▪️ Teams compete over 18 legs (3 legs per runner) of between 4-9 miles.
▪️ A brilliant day out running with your friends through stunning scenery.
▪️ Think Green Belt but with all the fun and action packed into a single day!
Our club has a rich tradition of participating in the event, especially in the early 2000s. Recently, we’ve made a bit of a comeback and over the last 3 years placed 5th, 3rd and finally 1st last year.
To recognise our commitment and recent successes, the organisers have invited us to enter a second team for 2025.
Who we’re looking for
▪️ Competitive runners who’d like to be part of our 2 teams
▪️ Men, women, seniors, vets – ALL ARE WELCOME.
▪️ Supporters by way of drivers
Last year we won the mixed team competition and we’d like to defend that title.
The category of the other team depends wholly on who signs up to run, and how competitive we can be in each category. Once we know who’s interested, we can choose the right categories and begin to select the initial teams.
Please don’t think you’re not fast enough or won’t make the team. We’ll need reserves and drivers too! Inevitably there will be drop outs, so we would also like to request some flexibility and understanding from everyone.
What you need to do
▪️Fill in the short Google Form @ https://bit.ly/sdw-relay ⬅️
▪️ Hold the date Saturday 7 June in your diary
▪️ Any questions, please contact Rick Jenner by 14 Feb via WhatsApp
▪️ Or email coordinator@ranelagh-harriers.co.uk ⬅️
Be inspired
▪️ Read last year’s cracking Race Report to get a flavour of the excitement of the day.
▪️ “Such a great day out 🤞🏼 for two teams next year – we have a title to retain!”
▪️ “Really enjoyed it, one of my favourite days out running.”
2024’s Winning Mixed Team
