AMWA Malards Pike Rally
Sat 26th November '11
- Sun 27th Nov '11
Location Info
Mallards Pike is located on the road between Blakeney and Parkend. It sits within the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire and centres around a lake surrounded by mixed conifer and broadleaf woodland. The site includes Forestry England tracks, lakeside paths, and gravelled multi-use routes.
Terrain is gently rolling, reflecting the broader Forest of Dean plateau. Surfaces are mainly firm forestry aggregate with occasional softer earth sections under tree cover.
Course Description
The majority of the trail will be forest road – a hard rolled dirt surface. However as much grass will be available as possible. Dog boots, which should not be needed, should be available as a means of coping with last minute adverse weather/trail conditions.
Directions
From South
M5 J15, M4 South Wales. J21, M48 Chepstow. Over Severn Toll Bridge, J2 and at roundabout take 3rd exit then at next roundabout take 3rd exit A48 Gloucester. Through Chepstow, Woolaston, Alvington and Aylburton. At miniroundabout, take 2nd exit continuing along the A48 to Blakeney 50 yards after the Cock Inn take left turn into New Road signposted Parkend. Follow this road for approx 2 miles where venue is on right. Follow signs to our car parking.
Alternatively…
M4 junction 22 A466 – and North East – Gloucester – take the A48 to Lyndey. Take the B4234 north to Parkend – left turn from South, right turn from Gloucester. At ‘T’ junction in Parkend turn right and follow the road for approximately 2 miles where Mallards Pike will be located on the left hand side.
From North
M5, J11, A40 past Gloucester and towards Ross-on-Wye stay on dual carriageway and DO NOT turn off at the lights to Newent. Next roundabout turn left onto A48 Chepstow, through Minserworth and Westbury-upon- Severn, under railway bridge, through Broadoak, Newnham on Severn and into Blakeney. 50 yards before the Cock Inn take right turn into New Road signposted Parkend. Follow this road for approx 2 miles where venue is on right. Follow signs to our car parking.
Alternatively…
M50 to Ross on Wye B4234 through Lydbrook, cross A4136 next left on B4226 to Speech House Hotel, turn right and follow the road to its end, turn left at ‘T’ junction – Mallards Pike 0.5 miles on the left.
From West
A4136 from Monmouth through Staunton. Follow the road to B4234 sign posted right to Lydney then see North above.
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 26th November '11
End Date
Sunday 27th November '11
Event Length
2 days