Kindly Sponsored by
Cottesloe Physio
& Hunt Fitness
Aylesbury's most exhilarating off-road running experience!
On the day entries available at race HQ from 8:30am to 9:30am - £22 affiliated / £24 not affiliated (cash or card)
Cottesloe Physio
& Hunt Fitness
Calling all runners! Join us in 2025 as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Hardwick X-Stream! Whether it's your first time or your 30th, we can't wait to see you there.
This race is perfect for everyone, thanks to its varied terrain. While it might not be a PB course, the smiles and laughter we see each year prove it's a blast! Covering approximately 6 miles of stunning, undulating Buckinghamshire countryside, the course is exclusively set within Manor House Farm in the charming village of Hardwick.
With unique water crossings and diverse terrain, the Hardwick X-Stream promises a one-of-a-kind, memorable experience. But hurry, spots are limited to just 300 runners!
Challenging off-road terrain with varied surfaces including grassland, ploughed fields, and farm track.
Unique stream and ditch crossings - prepare to get wet and muddy!
Prizes for overall and category winners, plus finisher mementos for all participants.
Maximum 300 runners - register early to secure your spot!
Race HQ: John Bridles (Village) Hall, Hardwick, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 4DZ
** Parking is very limited, please car share wherever possible **
Distance: 6 miles
Terrain: Off-road, varied surfaces
Features: 3 water crossings
Elevation Gain: ~30m
The Hardwick X-Stream course is a rugged and adventurous 6-mile off-road route through the stunning countryside of Hardwick village. The course features varied terrain including grassland, ploughed fields, farm tracks, and multiple stream crossings - be prepared for wet feet!
The route is entirely within Manor House Farm in Hardwick and features several water crossings where runners should expect to get their feet (and possibly more) wet. The depth of streams can vary depending on recent weather conditions.
Course is subject to change based on weather and stream conditions.
All finishers will receive a memento of the event.
| Year | Male Winner | Time | Female Winner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Thomas North | 36:39 | Hannah Calderwood | 43:28 |
| 2024 | Richard Francis | 40:53 | Hannah Calderwood | 48:15 |
| 2023 | Bruce Fanshawe | 37:16 | Ellie Bates | 42:48 |
| 2022 | Ross Langley | 37:58 | Francesca Ryde | 41:34 |
| 2019 | Tim Harris | 34:48 | Eleanor Bates | 41:13 |
| 2018 | Dermot Martin | 38:37 | Lynda Hembury | 46:23 |
| 2017 | Rob Elmore | 35:26 | Chloe Oldfield | 39:06 |
| 2016 | Ross Langley | 37:03 | Chloe Oldfield | 42:34 |
| 2015 | Sullivan Smith | 34:38 | Chloe Oldfield | 42:53 |
| 2014 | Craig Palmer | 35:59 | Ellie Bates | 40:46 |
| 2013 | Craig Palmer | 35:30 | Victoria Broadbent | 43:39 |
| 2012 | Thomas Beedell | 33:58 | Emma Curtis-Smith | 41:29 |
| 2011 | Thomas Beedell | 35:17 | Connie MacMillan | 43:35 |
| 2010 | Eddie O'Gorman | 34:47 | Sara Luck | 41:14 |
| 2009 | Eddie O'Gorman | 32:12 | Michelle Dublon | 44:08 |
| 2008 | Thomas Beedell | 32:28 | Rosanna Iannone | 41:12 |
| 2007 | Thomas Beedell | 36:33 | Sarah Paradine | 42:58 |
| 2006 | Rob Elmore | 33:36 | Louise Peters | 44:07 |
| 2005 | Owain Jones | 33:08 | Michelle Margot | 44:35 |
| 2004 | Thomas Waumsley | 35:45 | Helen Reynolds | 42:23 |
| 2002 | Tim Jones | 38:30 | Alison Cooke | 48:13 |
| 2001 | Tim Jones | 36:10 | Josie Heffernan | 45:25 |
| 2000 | Tim Jones | 38:59 | Jackie Leak | 45:59 |
| 1999 | Phil Tottle | 35:45 | Josie Heffernan | 41:58 |
| 1998 | Tim Jones | 35:21 | Gail Charles | 45:59 |
| 1997 | Tim Jones | 35:28 | Jackie Leak | 42:07 |
| 1996 | Tim Jones | 33:53 | Karen Edwards | 41:52 |
| 1995 | Martin Yelling | 33:22 | Gail Charles | 44:10 |
| 1994 | Andrew Rolt | 32:42 | Lillian O'Leary | 40:40 |
| 1993 | Andrew Rolt | 36:01 | Cathy Smith | 48:04 |
Online entries for 2025 now closed
On the day entries available at race HQ from 8:30am to 9:30am
£22 affiliated / £24 not affiliated (cash or card)
Important Notes:
You agree that to the best of your knowledge you are fit and well and understand the physical nature and challenges of an off-road running event of this nature.
You agree to abide by all applicable rules and laws. Your participation in this off-road running event is entirely at your own risk. You agree that the race organisers, organisations or landowners will not be held responsible or liable for any injury, illness, loss or damage to you or your property which you may sustain in the course of, or because of taking part in the event.
You agree that we may publish your personal information as part of the results of the event and may pass such information to the governing body or any affiliated organisation for the purposes of insurance, licences or for publishing results either for the event alone or combined with or compared to other events.
You acknowledge and accept that promotional photographs of competitors will be taken during and after the event.
You acknowledge the use of any headphones, audio devices or mobile phones is not permitted in any Cross-Country event (Rule 250 S2(3)), the resulting sanction being disqualification.
Organised and hosted by Bearbrook Running & Triathlon Club.
By kind permission of Bob Gregory.
2024 event EA Cross Country License: Permit approved - No. CC2024/1498.