AMWA Brandon
Sat 9th November '24
- Sun 10th Nov '24
Event Info
IP27 0SS
Location Info
Brandon Park lies within Thetford Forest in Suffolk, an area managed by Forestry England. The forest contains extensive conifer plantations and a network of well-engineered gravel forestry tracks.
The terrain is mostly flat to gently rolling, characteristic of the Breckland region. Surfaces are generally firm, sandy-based aggregate.
Course Description
Brandon offers excellent trail conditions, flattish, wide and mostly hard packed grassy forest tracks or packed sand with some stretches of loose stone and flints. Dogs should not need to be booted, if their feet are in good condition.
There are ample parking facilities near to the start and finish areas. Please follow the relevant signs. Spectators parking area will be separately signposted.
Do not confuse race sign posts (square) with Forest Enterprise posts (round).
Directions
From London & The South:
Take the M11 to Junction 9, then the A11 towards Newmarket. Continue on the A11 until you reach Barton Mills/Mildenhall roundabout. Take the A1065 (signposted Brandon) past Lakenheath Airforce Base. The entrance to the site will be clearly marked on your right hand side approximatelty 0.5 miles before reaching Brandon.
From The North:
Take the A14 off the M1/M6 towards Kettering, continue until the Mildenhall/ Barton Mills roundabout, then follow above.
From Brandon:
Take the A1065 Brandon to Newmarket Road. The entrance to the site will be clearly marked on your left hand side approximately 0.5 miles after leaving Brandon.
ABSA Directions:
M11 to junction 9, A11 past Newmarket and Barton Mills towards Thetford, B1106 towards Brandon. Race site is on left (approx. 3 miles from Elvedon turn-off).
Location Postcode : IP27 0PL
AMWA
The Alaskan Malamute Working Association (AMWA) is a UK organisation dedicated to promoting the responsible ownership and working ability of the Alaskan Malamute. The association supports owners who wish to maintain the breed’s traditional strength, endurance and suitability for sled dog work.
AMWA encourages participation through a wide range of working activities designed for Malamutes and other sled dog breeds. These include race rallies, long-distance treks, weight pull competitions, backpack schemes and social camping events that bring together enthusiasts from across the community.
Through education, shared experience and practical working events, AMWA aims to preserve the heritage of the Alaskan Malamute as a capable working dog while fostering a supportive network for sled dog owners and handlers throughout the UK.
Event Completed
Start Date
Saturday 9th November '24
End Date
Sunday 10th November '24
Event Length
2 days