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Icing On The Cake

Name: Icing On The Cake
Start: 2025-02-01
End: 2025-02-01
Location: Church Stretton

Church Stretton, United Kingdom • 1 Feb 2025

The Icing on the Cake is a thrilling trail running event set in the picturesque Shropshire Hills, featuring both half and full marathon options. Scheduled for February 1, 2025, participants will navigate a scenic 13.1 or 26.2-mile course that showcases the rugged beauty of the area, including a loop through a National Trust haven. Runners are required to carry essential gear, including a map, water, and a basic first aid kit. The event also includes a cake competition, adding a fun twist to the race. All finishers will receive a medal, and well-stocked aid stations will be available along the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Church Stretton

Race information

Website

26 mi

Full Marathon

13 mi

Half Marathon

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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