STAUNTON HAROLD SUMMERTIDE SWIM CHALLENGE 2023

Event Guide

Staunton Harold Hall, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1RT

Welcome to the Staunton Harold Summertide Swim Challenge, thank you for joining us. After the success of last 2 year’s event and through the challenges of organising the event through a Pandemic, we are privileged to be invited back to this unique, picturesque estate.

Please respect the estate, residents, private areas and enjoy this glorious setting. Thank you to the owners and all staff at the estate for allowing us to use their stunning home.

Thank you for your support, those who entered the event early –it really is massively appreciated - Enjoy the event

Venue & Directions -

- Staunton Harold Estate is situated a few miles from junction 13 of the M42 for Ashby-de-laZouch.

- The estate is clearly marked from the first island into Ashby by the ‘brown’ heritage signs, Ferrers Centre

- Follow these through Lount passing the Ferrer’s Arms on your left and take the next left turn.

- You will see the entrance to the Estate & Hall on the left after the turn.

- You can also enter the estate via Heath End entrance.

- Follow this link for directions to Staunton Harold Estate on Google maps

- Car parking will be available in the field of hope – sign posted. Entry to the estate is free, however please note you will need £2 for parking – all profits go to Marie Curie Charity.

- Please allow plenty of time to park, register, attend the briefing and get to the swim start ready to collect your timing chip - we recommend arriving at least 60min before your start time.

Before you leave home -

- £2 Cash for car parking.

- Leave any bad moods or negative energy at home ☺

- Only Good Vibes Please

- SMILE and be Patient, CONSIDERATE and KIND to everyone you meet – thank you

- There is enough doom & gloom and nonsense in the world right now, so switch off from all that and enjoy this unique venue and enjoy the event ☺

***There will be no changing facilities, only Porta loos***

Registration – Event day Saturday 10 June 12pm Onwards

- The Registration will be near the Transition area – see table below

- When you register you will be asked for your Name and Race Number.

- Please do not ask too many questions at registration this causes lots of queuing and could delay the start. If you have read the event guide and are present for the event briefing then all your questions will be answered. There will also be volunteers in and around the lake area to help with questions and ease any nerves ☺

- All competitors will receive a silicone swim cap to wear during the race. THIS MUST BE WORN.

- Timing chips will be used; these will be issued on the morning of the event in the swim holding area - please don’t forget to secure on your left ankle before going to the lake. If you lose your chip, you will be charged - £60!

- There will be safety briefings 10min before you enter the water on Raceday – These will be in the Swim Holding Area – LAKE SIDE

- HELPERS PLEASE – we are always in need of an extra pairs of hands, even if it’s just for 2030min to give someone a comfort break! Please let any of the event team know if you can help out on the day or email info@endorphinsport.com before the event. Any helpers can receive free entry (for themselves or friends/family) to future events - depending on how long they help for.

***You will collect your timing chip just before you go into the lake on event day - not at registration***

Event Timings –

- The first wave of competitors (4k) will start at 2pm.

- Please note there will be the Kids Aquathlon Race in action when you arrive so please be sure to give them a big cheer to encourage them along!

- Please note: It is your responsibility to be in swim holding area 15mins before your allocated start time.

- You will receive a compulsory briefing before entering the lake. If you miss your start time, you will be asked to wait for the next wave.

- There will be no opportunity to get in the water for a warmup before your race start. Please go through a dry land warm up and prepare yourself as best as you can for the swim.

- Only competitors will be permitted in the swim holding area.

- Please respect the helpers/marshals and one-way systems and barriers in place to ensure everyone’s safety.

- As always, we will aim to keep to schedule, however things happen, and our focus is ensuring everyone is safe in each race. Please, do not put pressure on the event team who are doing their best to ensure everyone enjoys the event, keep your ears open to the commentator who will keep you in the loop with timings and any delays.

- Please be patient and courteous - We are only human after all – Thank you

Swim Holding Area –

- This will be in front of the main Hall, lake side, walk down from the Ferrers Centre

- Make sure you have your Timing Chip ready and on you! ��

- Marshalls will be on hand within this area to answer any questions.

The Swim

Please Note; After the drought of 2022, Swim courses may change slightly due to mother nature but this will be confirmed and explained before you enter the water.

- The weather is looking good for the next few days and for the weekend so it is likely that the lake temperature will be 16-18 degrees.

- Wetsuits are optional.

- We will have an inflatable Arch positioned in the water with a slap board – it is your responsibility to ensure that you give this slap board a big whack when you’ve completed a lap and on your finish. ��

- Laps for each distance will be communicated to you at Registration and again during the Briefing before you enter the lake.

- PLEASE ENSURE YOUR TIMING CHIP IS VISIBLE, NOT UNDER YOUR WETSUIT. Thank you.

- Please be mindful there will be mixed ability swimmers, so please try to avoid any collisions and look where you are swimming!

- Practice swim sessions - Thursday 8 June 6-7pm BOOK HERE

- Swim hats are supplied and are compulsory for safety reasons.

- Please ensure you study the course maps - direction and distance for your race event distance

Club Team Relay Event –

- Only one person from each team will be expected to register.

- There will be a changeover zone for relay teams. This will be explained at Registration and again at the Briefing.

Litter

- Anyone found littering will be disqualified immediately and not invited back to any future event. Please place in bins provided and take your litter with you.

- The dropping of any litter will not be tolerated at endorphinsport events.

British Triathlon Values

BE PEOPLE CENTRED

Nurture environments to promote great experiences in swim, bike, run.

BE INCLUSIVE

Promote and help make a more equal, diverse, and inclusive triathlon community and culture.

DO WHAT’S RIGHT

Behave with honesty, kindness, respect, and integrity. BE AMBITIOUS

Be passionate about doing your best.

Results –

- Timing chips will be used on this event making it possible for you to view your time soon after crossing the finish line.

- Please hand your timing chip back at the finish. If you lose your chip, you will be charged£60!

- Results will be provided from Titanium Race Timing

- A full set of FINAL results will be available on www.endorphinsport.com the evening following the event.

- Any disputes or amendments must be made immediately via the Race Directors/Technical Official ON THE DAY.

Presentation -

- 1st, 2nd & 3rd Male & Female in each distance and Fastest Team Relay.

- Please stay for the Presentation and please check your time position before the Presentation time.

- Approx. 4:00-4:15pm

Helpers needed!

- HELPERS PLEASE – we are always in need of an extra pairs of hands , even if it’s just for 2030min! Please let any of the event team know if you can help out on the day or email info@endorphinsport.com before the event. Any helpers can receive free entry (for themselves or friends/family) to future events - depending on how long they help for.

- Helpers can volunteer to: Set up the day before, During the event or after the event for a free entry for any endorphinsport event.

- The Volunteer’s form is on our website to register your interest and lets us know which event you’d like to help, your preferred role etc.

- Our volunteers and their help, whether competing or not, are always VERY much appreciated and these events do not happen without you - Thank - you!

Refreshments –

- Ginger and Blue will be providing delicious coffee/iced coffee and locally made ice pops.

- Woodfellas Pizza will be onsite with two hand crafted wood fired pizza ovens, preparing all fresh ingredients in front of you, hand stretching the dough and cooking your pizzas to perfection.

- There is also the estates independent Ferrers Centre that offers eateries, food deli, shops, and a garden centre.

Staunton Harold Summertide Swim Challenge – 10th June 2023

Camping - Still a few pitches left

- Idyllic lake side camping - the only time of year you can camp at this stunning venue!

- Make a weekend of it with camping Friday & Saturday night. Waking up a few meters away from the lake and remove the hassle of driving early in the morning to the venue.

- This is a pop up site with warm/hot showers, porta loos and water access with stunning scenery.

- Book camping here

- A separate email will be sent separately to all campers with specific instructions.

- Check on the 2022 video to see where you will be camping

Further Information -

- Please check www.endorphinsport.com for all event information and Facebook page & Instagram for updates.

- Please note that will not be checking emails the week before the event so visit www.endorphinsport.com and you can you find the information you need by reading the event guide thoroughly.

- Emails will be replied to on a priority basis. If you cannot attend the event please read our Withdrawal Policy carefully. If you must withdraw, we will issue a race credit not a refund.

- Please understand that we will be busy in the weeks before the event - we like the great outdoors and are not glued to our phones/lap tops all the time!

Spectators –

- We have always been conscious of trying to make our events as spectator friendly as possible. Please encourage your friends and family to attend and enjoy your day together. This venue is brilliant for spectators allowing you to be up close to watch the swim from the bridge, bike out up the hill and most of the run.

- Entry to the estate is free – apart from car parking in the field of hope - £2. All profits go to Marie Curie Charity.

- We do have Ginger and Blue joining us to provide delicious coffee, iced coffee, and ice pops down at the lakeside/transition area.

- Also, Woodfellas Pizza will be onsite with two hand crafted wood fired pizza ovens, preparing all fresh ingredients in front of you, hand stretching the dough and cooking your pizzas to perfection.

- There is also the estates independent centre that offers eateries, food deli, shops, and a garden centre.

- The brilliant B-Buddies will also be present all weekend for expert advice/tips for your bikes and will be running our Toddlers Balance Bike Race - so don’t forget to bring your younger siblings with their bikes! Sign up on the day for Toddlers Balance Bike Race

Gazebos –

- Please be mindful this is not a public park, respect the event venue and the event organisers, it is courtesy to ask the event organiser before you rock up with a club gazebo or two!

- We are more than happy for you to promote your club and have a designated area for you club, friends, and family to enjoy the event, but please ask first – thank you

- You need to ensure you speak with the event organiser before event day. You will be allocated a pitch and instructions on how you need to erect it safely - guy ropes and weights on each leg. Failure to comply will result in the gazebo being taken down.

- This is for the health & safety of everyone at the event including YOU.

Medical –

- As always we have the wonderful Ultramedix present for the weekend. We like to keep then quiet but if anyone should need treatment they will be positioned close to the transition area.

Thank you

- We would like to thank you for your support, especially over the last couple of years and all the fantastic marshals/volunteers, whom without these events would never happen, to all the family & staff at the Staunton Harold Estate and all those that made it possible to run this event.

- Please respect the fact that all Volunteers/Marshall’s have given up their day/weekend so that you can enjoy the event and would not be possible without them, so please abide by their decision - they are there for everyone’s safety and enjoyment.

SMILE and be Patient , be CONSIDERATE and KIND to everyone you meet – thank you Enjoy the event and hopefully see you again at our remaining 2023 events:

Rebecca & Dean Hughes - Event Directors