Ironwood Challenge
Long Ashton, United Kingdom • 22 Feb 2026
Event details
The Ironwood Challenge is a trail race of about six miles through ancient woodland, fields and forest above the village of Long Ashton in North Somerset. The course is hilly, of mixed terrain and is historically very muddy in sections. The route is fully marked and marshalled. For the first year, chip timing will be used. Off-road shoes are advised. An ARC permit has been applied for.
Entry, facilities and awards
Entry fee is £20 and the race is limited to 250 runners. On-the-day entries may be available but are not guaranteed. Minimum age is 18 years. Race entries may be transferred to another runner before the race but not to another race; no refunds are offered.
Facilities include free (limited) parking plus local street parking, a baggage store, first aid, shower and toilet facilities, and free cake and tea or coffee for participants. Nailsea Running Club will donate £1 from every entry to Wellspring Counselling, and Wellspring will be present at the event. Prizes are awarded 1st to 3rd overall male and female and to category winners for Senior, V40, V50, V60, V70 and V80 male and female (one prize per person). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.