FOUNTAINS ABBEY WILD TRAIL RUNS 2026
Enter Race🏞️🎉 Fountains Abbey Trail Runs 🎉🏞️
We are delighted to announce our very first trail running event at the truly epic Fountains Abbey, a World Heritage Site near Ripon with history dating back to 1132.
🗓️ Event Date:
Sunday 1st February 2026
🏁 Distances
• 🏃 5km Trail Run (Ages 11+)
• 🏃♀️ 10km Trail Run (Ages 15+)
• 🦌 Half Marathon Trail Run (Ages 17+)
📍 Event Location
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire
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🗺️ Route Maps
• Scenic routes will incorporate sections of the Deer Park, Water Garden, and the Abbey itself.
Full route maps will be confirmed soon.
🐶 Canicross Friendly
This is a Canicross-friendly event!
- 🐕 One well-controlled dog per runner is allowed
- Dogs must remain on a lead at all times
⏱️ Timing
• Live chip-timing provided by Timing Up North
• Instant and accurate race results
⏳ Cut-Off Time
All distances have a 3-hour cut-off time.
🎖️ The Finish Line
All worthy finishers will receive:
• 🏅 Bespoke event medal
• 🎁 Wild Deer merchandise
• 🧃 Snack & drink
👕 T-Shirt Option
Add a custom event T-shirt to your entry for £12.00 during registration.
🅿️ Parking
Parking is available on-site for all participants and spectators.
🌟 A Wild Deer Favourite in the Making!
Join us for this spectacular new trail event at one of the UK’s most historic and breathtaking landmarks.
Start time: 9:30am
Distance: 13.10m
Price: £30.00 + fee
Remaining places: 156
Start time: 10:00am
Distance: 10km
Price: £27.00 + fee
Remaining places: 166
Start time: 10:00am
Distance: 5km
Price: £24.00 + fee
Remaining places: 82
Start time: 9:30am
Distance: 13.10m
Price: £42.00 + fee
Remaining places: 148
Start time: 10:00am
Distance: 10km
Price: £39.00 + fee
Remaining places: 148
Start time: 10:00am
Distance: 5km
Price: £36.00 + fee
Remaining places: 199
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