Action-packed festivals this summer
Music, food, drinks, amazing scenery and, of course, some incredible running. Running festivals are now very much a thing. Here's our pick of some of the best to try out this summer.
1 / Love Trails festival
During the day you can enjoy non-competitive trail running adventures, trips to the beach, Wellness, outdoor adventures, inspiring talks, heavenly food and laid back music selections. At night, four stages host a cherry-picked selection of live music that will keep you dancing under the stars till the early hours of the morning.
2 / Wild Goat Festival
3 / SOMETHING WILD FESTIVAL (5K TO MARATHON TRAIL RACES, SWIM RUNS, SEA SWIMS)
4 / SNOWDONIA RACE FESTIVAL: Trail Half, 10K & Kids 1 mile
5 / Trail Pursuit Cornwall
6 / Hope Trails Festival
The Hope Trail Festival is an amazing community event situated at Newnham Park, a private estate located in Plympton, the Festival provides a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for runners to get together and challenge themselves to achieve their own targets. Our three main endurance events are all based on a 5-mile undulating, trail course set on this stunning estate. The events are open to solo runners, pairs or teams ranging from three to eight people depending on the event chosen.
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