UKSC High Lodge Championship Rally
Sat 9th November '02
- Sun 10th Nov '02
Event Info
Replaces rally from 2nd/3rd Nov
Location Info
High Lodge is a major visitor hub within Thetford Forest, offering wide multi-use trails, gravel forestry roads, and recreational facilities. It sits within the Breckland forest block managed by Forestry England.
Terrain is flat to gently undulating. Surfaces are firm aggregate with sandy patches common to the region.
Course Description
The trail length will be announced at the mushers meeting, it is intended to make them a suitable length for the size of the team and the weather conditions on the day.
Directions
High Lodge is on the road from Elvedon (A11) to Brandon. Enter the forest at Fire Gate 10. The Stake out field is on the left, after approx 0.25 mile.
From The South:
Follow the A11 to the Elvedon crossroads turn left to Brandon for approx two miles. Fire gate 10 is on the right.
From Thetford:
Head south on A11 to Elvedon crossroards, turn right, then continue as above.
UKSC
The UK Sleddog Championship (UKSC) was established to address a gap in UK sled-dog racing by creating an inclusive national championship open to all owners of suitably trained sled-dogs. Unlike other championship series that were restricted by membership or invitation, UKSC was designed to provide accessible, friendly competition for a wide range of participants.
Traditionally, sled-dog racing in the UK had focused on purebred Nordic breeds such as Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, Samoyeds and Greenland Dogs. However, limited race opportunities and restrictions had slowed the sport’s development. With the introduction of the Pet Passport Scheme, UK mushers were able to compete internationally and introduced new bloodlines, which encouraged experimentation with alternative breeds and mixed teams, including Alaskan Huskies and pointer crosses.
In response to these changes, UKSC introduced an “open class” category, allowing teams of any breed to compete alongside the traditional “registered class” for purebred Nordic dogs. Initially trialled in smaller team sizes, the open category was later expanded to all standard classes, reflecting growing interest and participation.
Through its race programme, UKSC promoted inclusivity, progression and innovation within the sport, while continuing to support both purebred enthusiasts and those exploring new types of sled-dog teams.
Event Completed
Start Date
Saturday 9th November '02
End Date
Sunday 10th November '02
Event Length
2 days