7 Swans a Swimming

Every Mile Counts

From Every Mile Counts

Saturday 12th December 2026
10:00
Ross-on-Wye
£29.00 · 1 race
5km, 10km, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 7 Swans a Swimming event, hosted by Every Mile Counts on Saturday, December 12th, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire! This exciting race is part of the festive Christmas Series, giving participants a unique opportunity to choose their target distance—whether it's 5k (2 laps), 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon, or Ultra—within a generous time limit of 7 hours.

Whether you're an avid runner or a casual walker, this tough off-road course is perfect for everyone. The event promises not only a challenging run but also the chance to earn one of the delightful medals from the Christmas series, including the ‘Partridge in a Pear Tree’ and many more! If you can't make it to the race day, don’t worry; you can participate virtually from anywhere in the world. Mark your calendars for this festive celebration of fitness and fun, and join us in making lasting memories at the 7 Swans a Swimming event!

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  • UK Entry

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Organiser's description

The 7 Swans a Swimming is part of our Christmas Series:

For 2026 you have 7 hours to complete your target distance.

You choose your target distance – 5k (2 laps), 10k, Half Marathon, Marathon or Ultra.
But your time limit is 7 hours.
Suitable for walkers or runners.
Tough off-road course (see tab section).
You chose the distance you want to run – 5k, 10k, Half, Marathon or Ultra.

Suitable for walkers or runners.

Other available medals in the Christmas series are:

‘Partridge in a Pear Tree’

‘2 Turtle Doves’

‘3 French Hens Run’

‘4 Calling Birds Run’

‘5 Golden Rings Run’

‘6 Geese a-laying Run’

‘8 Maids a Milking’

‘9 Ladies Dancing’

’10 Lords are Leaping’

’11 Pipers Piping’

’12 Drummers Drumming’

Each of the events has it’s own webpage – see our race calendar.

Location: Pengethley Manor, Ross-on-Wye. what3words – physical.growth.shelf

Can’t make race day?
Do it virtually – anywhere in the world at a time to suit yourself, but preferably completed on the above days, although we will give all entries date flexibility to suit themselves.

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Tesla, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 6, United Kingdom

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