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In 2024 we will again support Ferring Country Centre, a local independent charity that provides meaningful training and work experience for people with learning difficulties.   

We have raised over £80,000  in the last eight years.    Click the 'Enter Now' button and choose your distance.     Marathon  /  Half Marathon  or the NEW Race a 5 Mile Trail Run.

Next  3FC date - Sunday 5 May 2024.   Entries opened on 1 September 2022.

30/10/2023 Current information >>      

• Venue: Recreation ground, Hill Barn Lane, Worthing, West Sussex BN14 9QF.  Grid ref: 142050.  OS Sheets Landranger 98 & Explorer 121. (exit A27 at its eastern junction with the A24). See location map
• Race Numbers and Timing Chips will be issued at REGISTRATION on the day of the event but entry is online.  No entries on the day.  
• Start Times: Marathon 9am, Half Marathon 9.15am.   START TIMES.   Maximum marathon run time is SIX HOURS.     The 5 mile Trail Run will start at 9.30am
• Finish: The event closes at 3pm.  All entrants are expected to complete their events by this time.
• Safety: Participants are responsible for their own safety, especially when crossing roads.  Suitable clothing should be worn.  If neccessary, 'Covid safe' measures will be in place at the start/finish area and across the course.  Runners will be expected to run with their own hydration and supplies.  Water and supplies can be replenished at Aid Stations on a self help basis.  Staff will be available to give guidance at each Aid Station.
• Retirements: Except in an emergency, retirements should only take place at an Aid Station by reporting to one of the Marshals.  There will be limited transport back to the finish.
• Full results will be displayed on the website.
• Facilities: Changing rooms, showers and toilets.  Hot food, cakes and drinks will be available at the Start/Finish.  Medical Assistance will be available across the course all day. 
• Parking: At Worthing College (200 spaces) and local parking. Please follow directions.
• Accommodation:  Assistance can be obtained from Worthing Borough Council Information Centre, Chapel Road, Worthing.  01903 221307. 

Three Forts Challenge Three Forts Challenge

• 05/05/2024, 09:00 - 15:00

  Marathon

  Enter
  £45.00
  Includes photos and Medal

• 05/05/2024, 09:15 - 15:00

  Half Marathon

  Enter
  £35.00
  Includes photos and Medal

• 05/05/2024, 09:30

  3FC 5 Mile Trail Run

  Enter
  £20.00
  Includes Photo and Medal

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