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In May 2000 a group of enthusiasts saw a gap in the 4x4 events programme and decided to introduce a new event to mark the
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No special vehicle modifications are required to enter, any sensibly equipped 4x4 should be able to complete the event. Each team has a minimum sponsorship to raise all of which goes to
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59:"The Macmillan 4x4 UK Challenge" was 'born'. After two false starts, in November 2000 because of a petrol blockade and March 2001 due to Foot and Mouth. The inaugural run of the event eventually took place with only 8 teams in March 2002 and £8,000 was raised for Macmillan Cancer Relief.
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Competitors only know where they are starting from, the route being kept secret till roadbooks are handed out along the way. It generally ends in
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