Wiltshire Long Distance Walkers Association are the hosts for this self navigated tour of the Vale of Pewsey and the Marlborough Downs.
Intrepid ultra Runner Dan Williams was the only club member taking on the challenge, having competed at this event last year. From the 4 distances on offer, Dan selected the 35 mile circular route. Armed with a sheet of directions, he sent off along the footpaths and bridleways to find all 4 checkpoints and taking in some historic sights, such as the Avebury Stone Circle, The Sanctuary and a Windmill Hill along the way.
“It was very hilly and rough” explained Dan, “it was hot with very little breeze. It was physically tough. I think I was a bit complacent with my water intake, but my navigation was spot on”
Despite suffering from cramps from 19 miles onward, Duracell Dan battled on to place a superb 6th overall in 6 hours 37 minutes, improving on last years time by a cracking 12 minutes.
