Fountains Abbey Wild Trail Runs

Ripon, United Kingdom • 1 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Fountains Abbey Wild Trail Runs take place on Sunday 1 February 2026 at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire. The venue is a World Heritage Site. Scenic routes will include sections of the Deer Park, the Water Garden, and the Abbey.

The event is canicross friendly: one well-controlled dog per runner is allowed and dogs must remain on a lead. Live chip-timing is provided by Timing Up North. All distances have a 3-hour cut-off time. On-site parking is available for participants and spectators.

Race details

  • 5 km Trail Run (Ages 11+)
  • 10 km Trail Run (Ages 15+)
  • Half Marathon Trail Run (Ages 17+)

Finishers receive a bespoke event medal, Wild Deer merchandise, and a snack and drink. A custom event T-shirt can be added to an entry for £12.00. Registration opens 29 August 2025 and closes 29 January 2026. Entry prices listed in the race details include examples: Half Marathon £30 + fee, 10 km £27 + fee, 5 km £24 + fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon Trail Run
10 km
10km Trail Run
5 km
5km Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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