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Running challenge to 'iconic' off-shore tower returns
TL;DR
The Seymour Sprint, a 10km running challenge to Seymour Tower off Jersey's coast, returns this Saturday. The event supports the baby loss charity Philip's Footprints and can only occur during low spring tides.
Key points
- Seymour Sprint is a 10km running challenge
- Event supports baby loss charity Philip's Footprints
- Takes place off Jersey's coast at Seymour Tower
- Held annually during low spring tides
- Seventh year of the event
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The Seymour Sprint can only take place on a low spring tide [Matt Pope/UCL Archaeology]
A "unique" annual running challenge over to a site off Jersey's coast is returning on Saturday.
The Seymour Sprint will see participants race 10km (6.2 miles) from Longbeach in Grouville to Seymour Tower and back, with the event being held in support of baby loss charity Philip's Footprints.
It is the seventh year in a row the event, which can only be held during a low spring tide as the tower is normally surrounded by sea and not accessible on foot, has been held.
Organiser Helier du Veulle said with the tower being so far away from the shore, the event provided a way for people to experience the site up close.
The event also has a walking version known as the Seymour Stroll and a shorter "dry feet" route for those who do not want to get wet.
Participants have 90 minutes to make it out to the tower and back, with children as young as eight allowed to take part with a parent.
Du Veulle described the tower as a "really iconic part of our island's history".
"You can only get there on a low spring tide," he said.
"That is the only time it's accessible to people on foot because of the danger of the gullies.
"So we have to time it to make sure it's safe as possible and to take advantage of the conditions we have here."
Q&A
What is the Seymour Sprint running challenge?
The Seymour Sprint is a 10km race from Longbeach in Grouville to Seymour Tower and back, held annually to support the charity Philip's Footprints.
When does the Seymour Sprint take place?
The Seymour Sprint takes place annually on a Saturday during low spring tides, allowing access to Seymour Tower.
What charity does the Seymour Sprint support?
The event supports Philip's Footprints, a charity focused on helping families affected by baby loss.
