Chignal Fete Trail Race

Chignall Smealy, United Kingdom • 7 Jun 2025

The Chignal Fete Trail Race, organized by Essex Trail Events, is a 6-mile self-navigation trail run held in Chignal St James, Chelmsford, Essex. Scheduled for June 7, 2025, the race features a new route each year and requires participants to follow a written route description without course markings, marshals, or GPS support. The event is not a mass start; runners choose staggered start times and are timed individually.

The race headquarters is located at the fete field near Chignal & Mashbury Village Hall. Entry fees include a voucher for the tea tent, and the event prohibits running or walking with dogs. Results are posted online after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

6 mi
Approx 6 Miles
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