Summer trail races
The evenings are getting longer and marathon season is behind us. Here are 6 of our favourite trail races to try out this Summer. Chock full of tough terrain and stunning views. Racing is not all about the PB's.
1 / Snowdonia Trail Marathon Eryri
2 / The Castle Run Series - Castle Howard
3 / THE HAMPSHIRE HOPPIT - TRAIL MARATHON OR TRAIL HALF MARATHON
The Hampshire Hoppit marathon and half marathon are both trail races in the beautiful North Downs, including Watership Down. Winner of the GOLD award from Racecheck for the past four years, the Hoppit races use clearly marked and marshalled paths, and sections of famous long distance footpaths, the Wayfarers Walk and the Harrow Way.
4 / Cheddar Gorge Challenge (Marathon, Half, 10km, 6km, Fun Runs)
5 / Ultra X Summer Trail Series
6 / Richmond Park September 5k, 10k and Half Marathon
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