Midsummer Murder Trail Race
RL
From Racing Line Running
5.0 ·
3 reviews
Sunday 23rd June 2024
Past event
09:00
Henley-on-Thames
£25.00–£28.00 · 2 races
10 Mile, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor adventure at the Midsummer Murder Trail Race, organized by Racing Line Running! This thrilling event will take place on Sunday, June 23rd, 2024, in the picturesque Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. Nestled in the stunning Hambleden Valley, participants can expect to be surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Chilterns, complete with charming flint stone villages and scenic country pubs.
This year, the Midsummer Murder Trail Race offers two challenging courses: a captivating 10-mile route, which measures 10.4 miles, and a more demanding Half Marathon course at 14.3 miles. Both routes promise a delightful mix of stunning landscapes and invigorating hills, making for an unforgettable trail running experience. With a cut-off time of 3 hours for each event, this race is perfect for those who love a challenge and are ready to embrace the great outdoors. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to push your limits, join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fantastic scenery!
This year, the Midsummer Murder Trail Race offers two challenging courses: a captivating 10-mile route, which measures 10.4 miles, and a more demanding Half Marathon course at 14.3 miles. Both routes promise a delightful mix of stunning landscapes and invigorating hills, making for an unforgettable trail running experience. With a cut-off time of 3 hours for each event, this race is perfect for those who love a challenge and are ready to embrace the great outdoors. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to push your limits, join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fantastic scenery!
Midsummer Murder Trail Race
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5.03 reviews
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Isabela Lamadrid
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Incredibly beautiful course and well-organised! Event staff were lovely and supportive. Andy in particular was super helpful in navigating transport to the race location. This was my first trail race, and suffice to say there will be plenty more after this wonderful experience.
RP
Richard Pearson
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Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
Great event, marshalls were excellent at the start and finish and very supportive on the course. The route is very challenging but outweighed by the absolutely stunning scenery. Thanks to all involved!
GP
Gail Phoenix
Reviewing the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
Absolutely amazing place, beautiful surroundings. Organiser's ready to help and so encouraging.
Course - it's a hard hilly course, but being with great company and the beautiful scenery you can't help but love every moment. Can't wait till next year.
Many thanks to all the volunteers and organisers
Course - it's a hard hilly course, but being with great company and the beautiful scenery you can't help but love every moment. Can't wait till next year.
Many thanks to all the volunteers and organisers
Races
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10 Miler
Entries closed£25.00
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Half Marathon
Entries closed£28.00
Event information
A course of breathtaking beauty. Predominantly following trails along the length of the stunning Hambleden Valley, through the villages of Skirmett, Turville, Fingest, Frieth & Hambleden - you see the Chitty Chitty windmill, Vicar of Dibley church and plenty of recognisable TV sets. There are multiple climbs on the course to provide a challenge.
Beautiful multi terrain courses
3/4 Water stations on course - please bring a cup!
5 notable climbs for the 10 Mile, 8 for the Half Marathon!
THIS IS A HILLY RUN! The Half Marathon measures just over 14 miles.
Free downloadable race photos
Entries close on Thursday June 20th if capacity isn't reached
Race instructions will be online & emailed to entrants on June 10th.
Fundraising for Camp Mohawk
3/4 Water stations on course - please bring a cup!
5 notable climbs for the 10 Mile, 8 for the Half Marathon!
THIS IS A HILLY RUN! The Half Marathon measures just over 14 miles.
Free downloadable race photos
Entries close on Thursday June 20th if capacity isn't reached
Race instructions will be online & emailed to entrants on June 10th.
Fundraising for Camp Mohawk
The event starts & finishes on the Dene in the wonderful Chilterns village of Hambleden.
Due to the narrow country lanes in the area, we advise all participants to approach via the A4155 main Henley on Thames/Marlow road.
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Organiser's description
The Midsummer Murder trail races return for 2024 - are you up for the challenge?
The event takes place in the truly remarkable Hambleden Valley, with mile after mile of staggering Chilterns' beauty, picture perfect flint stone villages, country pubs and a fair few hills.
Our 10 mile and Half Marathon trail running courses are very challenging, but also achingly pretty. We'll be keeping the courses as per 2023, with the 10 mile event 10.4 miles long & the Half Marathon 14.3 miles in length.
There is a cut off time of 3 hours for each event - if you would normally take more than 2hrs 20 mins for a flat road Half Marathon, we recommend the 10 mile event.
The event takes place in the truly remarkable Hambleden Valley, with mile after mile of staggering Chilterns' beauty, picture perfect flint stone villages, country pubs and a fair few hills.
Our 10 mile and Half Marathon trail running courses are very challenging, but also achingly pretty. We'll be keeping the courses as per 2023, with the 10 mile event 10.4 miles long & the Half Marathon 14.3 miles in length.
There is a cut off time of 3 hours for each event - if you would normally take more than 2hrs 20 mins for a flat road Half Marathon, we recommend the 10 mile event.
Location
Hambleden Village, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 6, United Kingdom
Midsummer Murder Trail Race
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Racing Line Running
Racing Line Running are an events company based in the Reading area. We specialise in trail running events from beautiful locations, and are also the creators of the award winning Run to the Sea Ultramarathon series.
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