The Grand Shaftesbury Run Festival
- Date Sun 17th May 2015
- Location Wimborne, Dorset
Event summary
Join in the excitement at the Grand Shaftesbury Run Festival on Sunday, May 17, 2015, in the picturesque town of Wimborne, Dorset. This vibrant event offers two stunning trail run options: a challenging half marathon and a scenic 10k, both set against the backdrop of the enchanting ‘beech belt’—a beautiful tree plantation that once served as a carriage drive around the historic St. Giles House Estate. Runners will have the unique opportunity to navigate through private woodlands while soaking in the breathtaking views of the Dorset countryside.
The Grand Shaftesbury Run Festival is part of the lively Grand Shaftesbury Weekend, featuring triathlons on Saturday and exciting runs on Sunday. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with nature, camaraderie, and the thrill of competition. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a fantastic community event!
The Grand Shaftesbury Run Festival is part of the lively Grand Shaftesbury Weekend, featuring triathlons on Saturday and exciting runs on Sunday. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with nature, camaraderie, and the thrill of competition. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a fantastic community event!
Organiser's Description
A choice of two stunning trail runs – half marathon and 10k – which take in the ‘beech belt', a tree plantation originally created for horse and carriage drives that wraps around the historic St.Giles House Estate, offering participants a unique opportunity to run through private woodland and soak up spectacular views of Dorset. Part of the Grand Shaftesbury Weekend (triathlons on Saturday, runs on Sunday).
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The Estate Office, Wimborne St Giles, Wimborne BH21 5NA, UK
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