TuffMan 2013

Race Information:

• Distance (KMs): 8km
• Distance (Miles): 5
• Terrain/Type: Trail Races
• Date: 23 February 2013
• Start Time: 13 10:00
• Venue: Pippingford Park Estate
• Organised By: Human Race
• Race Website: Click Here.

Race Location
Directions and Public Transport:

Pippingford Park Estate, Nr Gatwick, Nutley, East Sussex, TN22 3HW

AA Route Planner Directions from East Grinstead, CLICK HERE.

Closest train station to Pippingford Park:

East Grinstead Railway Station, Railway Approach, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1EB

The station is 7.4 miles from the venue, so a warm up cycle ride away, or a taxi! 


The fourth race in the Human Race Off Road Race Series takes us to the stunning Pippingford Park Estate in East Sussex.
The private estate and deer park in the heart of Ashdown Forest consists of mostly woodland and heath with an abundance of natural wildlife, making for a truly stunning venue. TuffMan is the jewel in the crown for the Human Race Off Road Series and will ensure an exciting and rewarding race in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The sights and scenery are stunning and it is the perfect venue for a gruelling, challenging yet rewarding race.
Depending on the weather, the underfoot conditions can be challenging in a variety of ways. Two years ago thick mud led to many finding it tough going on the while in 2012 freezing conditions meant the run became highly technical not to mention very quick on the downhill sections.
Whatever the weather, Saturday the 23rd of February at Pippingford Park will host a day of winter sport not to be missed...
Take to the Trails
The off road 8km run will start close to the stunning manor house and follow a winding course out into the vast Ashdown Forest. Feedback from the 2012 event told us most were glad to find an event that truly showcased some ‘proper trailrunning’ and the spectacular setting added to the overall experience.
The route will undulate through a thick canopy of pine trees, before looping back over the hilly terrain and into the home straight. The gradient for the finishing few kilometres is steep, so be prepared for a tough, uphill finish.