Come and explore the trails of dartmoor…
We’re delighted that we’ll be joined for a weekend retreat by one of the world’s top ultra runners, Damian Hall, alongside our regular hosts: award-winning author Adharanand Finn, movement maestro Joe Kelly, and top Dartmoor guide Colin Kirk-Potter.
We’ll explore the rugged landscapes of Dartmoor and learn how to move better on trails.
In the evenings we’ll relax with fireside chats from our knowledgeable hosts, who will share their experiences and insights on everything from taking on the infamous Barkley Marathons, to finishing on the podium at the UTMB, and running with the Kenyans.
BASECAMP
Our basecamp is The Great Barn at Blackadon Farm, which sits right on the edge of the Dartmoor national park. Award-winning, luxurious and sustainable, the Great Barn has spectacular views across the moor, while every bedroom has its own bathroom, and there is a large kitchen and sitting area to gather, drink tea and chat running.
Meet the team
Itinerary
Friday:
Easy late-afternoon trail run
Welcome talk from Adharanand on what we can learn from the approach of the Kenyan and Japanese runners
Saturday and sunday:
Three wild runs (of varying lengths and speeds) including one night run
Sessions with Joe to improve your movement, using techniques including Anatomy in Motion and BeActivated
Damian Hall gives us the inside story of his attempt at the Barkley Marathons
Time to relax, read, chat, drink tea/coffee (option to book a massage)
Uphill and downhill running technique session
Stories from Adharanand’s research trips
Sunday evening meal at a local pub
Monday:
Early morning dawn run
The cost of the camp includes:
Three nights accommodation (Fri, Sat and Sun)
All food, home-cooked by our wonderful chef Charlotte Etridge (vegan, gluten free etc very welcome)
Up to five guided runs (or fewer if you want!) of varying lengths
Talks by Adharanand, Damian and Colin, as well as plenty of chances to ask questions across the weekend
Movement/core fitness sessions and trail running technique sessions with Joe, Damian and Colin
The cost doesn't include:
Transport to and from the camp
Optional sports massage - a massage therapist will be on site and can be booked to rejuvenate tired legs
A pub supper on Sunday night at a local pub
Prices:
Sharing in a twin or triple room: £650 per person
Couple sharing a double room: £650 per person
Double room for 1 person: £790
(Space is limited and rooms will be allocated on a first come, first served basis)
Difficulty:
For the shorter runs, as a minimum level you should be able to run 5km (a parkrun) without having to stop. To join the Sunday long run it is recommended you can run 10km without stopping - speed is not important
KIT LIST:
As well as running gear for all weathers, including gloves and a running jacket, you will need trail running shoes. A head torch is also required for the night run