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Fountains Abbey Wild Trail Runs

Ripon, United Kingdom • 1 Feb 2026

Event details

The Fountains Abbey Wild Trail Runs take place on Sunday 1 February 2026 at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire. Routes will incorporate sections of the Deer Park, the Water Garden, and the Abbey. The site is a World Heritage Site. Registration opens 29 August 2025 and closes 29 January 2026. Parking is available on-site for participants and spectators.

Race categories and logistics

  • 5 km Trail Run, Ages 11+, Price £24 + fee, 84 places
  • 10 km Trail Run, Ages 15+, Price £27 + fee, 197 places
  • Half Marathon Trail Run, Ages 17+, Price £30 + fee, 195 places

Live chip timing is provided by Timing Up North. All distances have a 3-hour cut-off time. The event is canicross friendly: one well-controlled dog per runner is allowed and dogs must remain on a lead at all times. Finishers receive a bespoke event medal, Wild Deer merchandise, and a snack and drink. A custom event t-shirt can be added during registration for £12.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Ripon

Race information

Registration
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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