New Forest Xmas Trails

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  • Date Sun 7th December 2025
  • Time 08:00
  • Location Christchurch, Dorset
  • Price £34.17 - £61.76
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 10 Mile, Marathon, Ultra

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Join BigFeat Events for the exhilarating New Forest Xmas Trails on Sunday, December 7th, 2025! This festive trail running festival is set against the stunning backdrop of the New Forest National Park, offering an unforgettable experience for runners of all levels. Choose from a variety of distances including 15K, 30K, a Marathon, and a challenging 50K ultramarathon, each uniquely designed by trail runners for trail runners.

Starting at the picturesque Holmesly Campsite in Bransgore, participants will traverse challenging yet runnable off-road courses through frosty heathland and enchanting woodlands. With registration open from 7 AM and race starts staggered between 8 AM and 9 AM, it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with friends and fellow running enthusiasts. Plus, BigFeat Events is committed to sustainability, offering participants the option to have a tree planted instead of receiving a traditional finisher's medal. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views, enthusiastic volunteers, and a vibrant atmosphere—mark your calendars for the New Forest Xmas Trails!

New Forest Xmas Trails

Sun 7th December 2025

Side-by-side images: on the left, two people jogging at sunrise; on the right, a frosty landscape with trees under a bright morning sun. Large upward-pointing arrows separate and border both images.

Organiser's Description

New Forest Xmax Trails

15k / 30k / Mara / 50k 

 

Start your festive season with Bigfeat Events at our Christmas Trail Running Festival, set in the beautiful winter wonderland location of the New Forest National Park. 

The New Forest Xmas Trails event has been designed by trail runners for trail runners!

With 15K, 30K, Marathon and 50K distances to choose from, and a perfect winter setting, you'll be able to kick off your Christmas holidays with one last Bigfeat hurrah!

 

 

DESCRIPTION

All distances are on challenging but runnable, fully marked 1 lap off road courses, that start in the awesome and adventurous surroundings of Holmesly Campsite in Bransgore, before heading out onto the frosty white heathland and Narnia-esque woodland of the New Forest National Park.

 

START/FINISH LOCATION

Holmesly Campsite. Forest Rd, Burley, Christchurch BH23 7EQ

 

CAR PARKING

All distances can park on hard standing at:

Holmesly Campsite. Forest Rd, Burley, Christchurch BH23 7EQ

 

DISTANCES & PRICES

15km - £32

30km - £42

Marathon - £50

50km Ultramarathon - £58

 

REGISTRATION 

All runners will collect your race bibs from the registration tent at start location.

Registration is open from 7am – 7:45am

 

START TIME

15k & 30k - 9am

Marathon & 50K Ultra - 8am

 

MANDATORY KIT

* 30k, Marathon and 50k runners will be required to carry at least 500ml of fluid with them. Most will have      hydration vests but handheld soft flasks will be permitted.

* Waterproof jacket, Hat, Gloves and Buff

* We also strongly advise runners to download the GPX file of the route onto a wearable watch or mobile device. Although this is a marked course event, arrows can be tampered with, so a good understanding of the route is advisable.

* Foil blanket or orange survival bag (If you fall in bad weather, it may take a while for medical team to reach you)

* Mobile phone

 

BAG DROP

Bag drop tents for each distance will be available on the day, in the start/finish area

 

CUT OFF TIMES

15k -  3 hours

30k - 5 hours

Marathon - 8 hours

50k - 8 hours

 

TREES NOT TEES

We work with the Trees Not Tees organization. Runners can opt to have a tree planted instead of receiving a finishers medal.

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WHAT YOU GET

* A beautiful trail run

* Incredible views and scenery

* Fully marked course

* Well stocked aid stations

* Bespoke finishers medal

* Friendly enthusiastic volunteers

* Energetic and fun atmosphere

* On course photographers

* Excellent value for money

* Satisfaction guaranteed

Races

  • 50km Ultramarathon

    Sun 7th December 2025 (08:00)

    £61.76

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  • Marathon

    Sun 7th December 2025 (08:00)

    £53.28

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  • 15km

    Sun 7th December 2025 (09:00)

    £34.17

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  • 30km

    Sun 7th December 2025 (09:00)

    £44.79

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Holmsley, Christchurch, BH23 8, United Kingdom

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