Teams of tenacious walkers are being sought to take part in overnight endurance events taking place in some of the UK's greatest walking regions. The PLOD series of events raises funds for children’s charity Action Medical Research with walks taking place this summer in a choice of seven stunning UK locations – on either the South Downs Way, Cotswold Way, Chiltern Way or Yorkshire’s Chalkland Way, or following sections of the Rutland Round, in England; the Trossachs hills in Scotland or in Northern Ireland's beautiful Mourne Mountains.
David Graham, PLODs organiser at Action Medical Research, says: "Whether you are a seasoned trail walker or just up for the experience of a big challenge for 2012 this is the event for you. Our PLODs are very popular, with many teams returning year after year to beat their previous best time. They are tough events but great fun for all involved and very rewarding."
Dates and details of specific PLODs are as follows:
PLOD Cotswold Way, midnight 8 June 2012
This 40-mile route follows the escarpment of the Cotswold Hills giving panoramic views across the Severn Vale and finishes at Cleeve Hill, the highest point in the Cotswolds.
PLOD Mourne Mountains, midnight 15 June 2012
Set in the magical Mountains of Mourne, this tough 50km (32-mile) challenge follows one of the most gruelling routes on Northern Irish terrain. Includes the option to summit three peaks. Beautiful Lough Shannagh is also on the route.
PLOD Chalkland Way, midnight 6 July 2012
This challenge of almost 40 miles takes you up hill and down dale through the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds following the circular Chalkland Way.
PLOD Chiltern Way, midnight 13 July 2012
NEW for 2012, this 40-mile route follows the beautiful Chiltern Way across two counties. It promises fantastic views across the Goring Gap, separating two ranges of Chalk Hills - the Chilterns and the Wessex Downs - and takes in the highest villages in the area, reaching 740 feet.
PLOD South Downs Way, midnight 20 July 2012
A 40-mile challenge setting out from the ancient site of Devil’s Dyke, just north of Brighton. Follows the South Downs Way to Eastbourne seafront, taking in Ditchling Beacon and Birling Gap along the way.
PLOD Trossachs, midnight 24 August 2012
This 50km trek starts near the pretty village of Aberfoyle and takes you through some of the most challenging and breathtaking landscapes the Trossachs has to offer.
PLOD Rutland Round, midnight 14 September 2012
NEW for 2012, this 40-mile trek starts on the shoreline of Rutland Water and follows sections of the Rutland Round. The scenic route is studded with picturesque villages and stunning views.
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