Whitworth Trail Marathon 2020 - Ultramarathon in Whitworth, UK

Whitworth Trail Marathon routes

The Whitworth Trail Marathon offering a half, full, or ultra marathon is set to be an epic day of trail running. With a fully marked course, runners can focus on running their best race and enjoying the hidden treasures of the area that the course takes you by.

All three courses will be run on multi-terrain. The routes feature some thigh-burning climbs along natural tracks and trails, with rewarding views at the top that will further take your breath away.

It's the perfect event to get outside and explore the Whitworth countryside in the beautiful British Summer.

Marathon

Start Time: 8:00am

26.2mi

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Half Marathon

Start Time: 8:00am

13.8mi

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Event Details

What’s Included

Pre-race tea, coffee, toast, butties
Aid stations every 6 miles
Fully marked course
Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd M/F in all races
Finisher's medal

Raceday Logistics

Schedule:

07:30 - 08:45: Registration open

09:00: Half, Marathon & Ultra start

Please arrive at least an hour minutes before race time to ensure plenty of time for registration and please bring photo ID

Race = Cut off times - Start times
Half Marathon = 3.5 hours
Marathon = 7.5 hours
Ultra Marathon= 8.5 hours

Bag Drop:

Labelled bags may be left at Race HQ

Toilets:

There will be toilets at the start/finish area

Age Cut-off:

Participants must be 18 years of age to participate

Kit List

Compulsory:

Waterproof jacked & trousers
Minimum of 500ml of fluids: water, isotonic or sports drink - This is a cupless event so please bring some form of hydration pack with you (bag, bottle, cup etc.)
Whistle
Survival Bag (foil blanket also accepted)
Emergency food supply (a snack bar or gels accepted) - Marathon & Ultra
Trail Shoes
If you choose to wear shorts you will have to carry full leg cover
Fully working and fully charged mobile phone with emergency contact details saved: 01484599123 - disposable pay as you go phone is recommended

Recommended:

Relevant map/map extracts
Small rucksack or bumbag to carry all compulsory gear
Warm clothes for before & after event
Race belt for race number

There will be random kit checks throughout the morning. One of the staff will ask you to show one item from the compulsory kit list, and if you cannot produce it, you will be immediately disqualified.

Spectators

Aid station exact locations will be available the week before the event so that you can send your fans out on the route.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be able to enter the Whitworth Trail Marathon on the day?

No, there will be no race-day entries for this event so please register online as early as possible.

Will there be support in between the Aid Stations for the Whitworth Trail Marathon?

No, please note that there will be no support in between aid stations, which will be every 6 miles. You will be required to carry a fully charged and working mobile phone on the race. There will be first aid at the start/final, and the course will be well-marked.

When will the results be posted for the Whitworth Trail Marathon?

Race results will be published within 5 hours after the race ends on the event website. You will be able to get live results on the day by the finish line.

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Whitworth Trail Marathon reviews (4)

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Christine M 2 reviews
Did the Ultra-Marathon in 2019
A stunning course. Brilliantly marked so no need for navigation. . Friendly and supportive race organiser and Marshals . Can’t recommend it enough . The last 5 miles of the ultra we’re challenging but not enough to put me off. I’ll definitely be back next year
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Sean P 1 review
Did the Half Marathon in 2019
I have nothing wrong to say about the run. My issue is with Lets `Do It. The start time had always been published by Lets Do It as a 10 am start, this was not the case. I even had an email from Lets Do It the day before the race telling me it was 10 am.
It was only because my wife is on FaceBook (I am not) that we found out that all the races that day were to start at 9am and this had been the case for a while. Thankfully that information allowed me to get there for a 9am start. Other runners were not so lucky and turned up in time for a 10am start. This is extremely poor from Lets Do It and wherever possible I will not use them to book another event.
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Karen C
Did the Half Marathon in 2019
My first time and I enjoyed it tremendously incredible views fantastic Marshall’s and organisers and really well signed course. Hope to do it again next year
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Jacques S
Did the Marathon in 2019
It was my first marathon ever. If your into trails and want a challenge this one is definitely for you. Thank you to the organisers. It was great.