Ibstone Circle

Lane End, United Kingdom • 19 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The Ibstone Circle is an England Athletics affiliated running event located within the Chiltern Hills in Buckinghamshire. The race takes place on Ibstone Common and utilizes a course that crosses through the local countryside, including private sections of the Wormsley Estate. All profits from the event are donated to the Ibstone CE Primary School PTA to support the development of outdoor sports facilities.

Course Details

The event features mixed terrain circuits that provide views of the surrounding Chiltern landscape. Participants run on a variety of surfaces as they navigate the rural routes. The available distances include:

  • 10 km timed run for participants aged 16 and over.
  • 5 km timed run for participants aged 12 and over.
  • 1 km Run in Colour fun run for children aged 4 to 11.

Facilities and Access

The event headquarters are situated on Ibstone Common, which serves as both the starting and finishing point for the races. On-site facilities include a secure bag drop area, a café, and ample car parking for visitors. The location is situated less than five miles from High Wycombe and Marlow, with primary road access via Junction 5 of the M40. Children under the age of 7 participating in the shorter run must be accompanied by an adult. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10km Run
5 km
5km Run
Run in Colour / 1km Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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