Dunstable Downs Challenge Half Marathon

Dunstable, United Kingdom • 14 Sep 2025

The Dunstable Downs Challenge Half Marathon is a scenic, timed trail running event organized by Dunstable Road Runners, held at Creasey Park Football Centre in Dunstable. The course features a challenging route across the picturesque Dunstable Downs and surrounding rural areas, primarily on public footpaths and bridleways with some quiet country lane sections. Participants enjoy a fully marshalled race with a finisher medal, drinks stations, medical support, and supervised baggage drop. The event venue offers ample toilets, changing facilities, refreshments, and car parking. A GPX file of the route is available for runners seeking detailed navigation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon
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