Crocodile 8 - Hereford

Tillington, United Kingdom • 24 May 2026

Crocodile 8 - Wye Valley Runners Hereford

Crocodile 8 is the 26th edition of a club-organised race taking place on Sunday 24th May 2026 in Herefordshire. The course runs on trails, tarmac and woodlands around the villages of Tillington and Burghill. Distances offered include a senior and a junior route.

The route includes steep climbs and sharp descents and features music en route. The surface is a mix of tarred paths and woodland trails. Race headquarters at Burghill Community Academy provides number pick-up, toilets, bag storage, refreshments, kids races and an after-event party and bar. Changing facilities are minimal; a hosepipe will be available.

Practical arrangements noted by the organiser include no parking at Burghill Community Academy and free parking at Court Farm farm yard, about a 10 to 15 minute walk from the start and finish. Signs and officials will guide parking. There are no entries on the day. Entry fees for the main race are £20 affiliated and £22 non-affiliated. The minimum age for the senior race is 17 years. All finishers receive a memento and there are prizes in the usual categories. Chip timing is provided by Ready Set Go. The event is licensed by the TRA and held under UK Athletics Rules. Junior race details are to be confirmed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • Approx. 8.8 miles senior race
  • Approx. 2.6 miles junior race

Race information

9 mi
Senior Race
Junior Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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